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In a move to secure a potential solar photovoltaic power project, Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E), Kentucky Utilities Company (KU), and FRON bn, LLC (BrightNight) have entered into an Exclusivity Agreement. The agreement, dated December 12, 2022, provides for a period of exclusivity, where BrightNight will not
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued correspondence to Xcel Energy regarding a deviation event at the Colorado Ames Hydroelectric Project. On November 4, 2022, a penstock leak developed in the project, requiring emergency repairs, which resulted in a deviation from the minimum instream flow requirement. The Commission has
Electric utilities
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted an amended Large Generator Interconnection Agreement between Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo) and Nereo GC Lincoln, LLC. The agreement was submitted by PSCo on November 14, 2022, and was amended on January 26, 2023. FERC has granted notices of intervention and
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a deficiency letter to Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo) regarding its proposed revisions to the Xcel Energy Operating Companies Electric Tariff (Tariff) Large Generator Interconnection Procedures (LGIP). The proposed revisions aim to improve the processing of projects that are ready to
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MidAmerican Energy, a leading energy provider in Iowa, has outlined a comprehensive five-year plan to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The energy efficiency plan, which will be effective from 2024 to 2028, aims to reduce energy consumption and reliance on fossil fuels, while promoting the use of renewable
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is collaborating with the Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry Company (Angel Island Ferry) to electrify the Angel Island vessel, which will become California's first zero-emission, electric propulsion short-route ferry in 2024. This project represents a significant milestone for PG&E'
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved the revised rate filings submitted by Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo) under Docket No. ER23-708-000. The commission acknowledged the submission of revised attachments, specifically Attachment O-PSCo, which details the company's formula rate and various schedules. PSCo's revised
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The Iowa Public Utilities Commission has issued a document in the Docket RPU-2022-0001 regarding MidAmerican Energy Company's application to hold certain information confidential. This document was filed by Google LLC, Meta Platforms, Inc., and Microsoft Corporation, collectively referred to as the Tech Customers. The Tech Customers are requesting
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As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, the development of battery technology has become a crucial aspect of the industry. In this article, we examine the five most advanced countries in battery technology, including their patents, market shares, and innovative technologies. South Korea is a hub for
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited an electric vehicle battery plant in Tennessee to promote the country's clean energy investments, fueled by President Joe Biden's climate legislation. The visit came on the heels of Biden's State of the Union address, where he touted
Electric utilities
The California Public Utilities Commission has issued a notice, A.21-12-009, regarding Southern California Edison Company's application for approval of its building electrification programs. The application, filed on December 20, 2021, seeks approval for Edison's plans to electrify buildings in the state. The notice serves as
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Southwest Gas Corporation, a natural gas distribution utility, has submitted reply comments in response to the proposed decision modifying the schedule of climate credit disbursements for residential electric and gas customers. The company is objecting to the proposed revision, which would authorize the acceleration of the California Climate Credit (Credit)
