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US states, cities vow to uphold Paris climate accord goals
More than 12 states, industries and cities will push to meet the Paris climate goals in the wake of President Trump's decision to abandon the multi-national accord last week.
By Robert Walton • June 6, 2017 -
North Carolina lawmakers embark on extensive energy policy reforms
The "Competitive Energy Solutions" proposal includes a competitive bidding process for solar developers and reform implementation of the federal Public Utilities Regulatory Policy Act.
By Robert Walton • June 6, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineEnergy Codes and Building Performance Standards
Cities are using these levers to meet climate goals and address everything from data centers to building decarbonization.
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Pruitt defends Paris decision, advocates fuel diversity in media lap
The EPA administrator reiterated his belief that plants need "solid hydrocarbons" onsite to ensure reliable power delivery.
By Gavin Bade • June 5, 2017 -
US residential solar takes a dip as business models change
Demand is expected to pick back up in 2018, as major installers shift from leasing systems to selling them and utilities press for changes to incentives.
By Mary Tyler March • June 5, 2017 -
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ColumnConcrete girders — sturdy and lengthy — used in Washington state bridge replacement
The new Miles Creston Bridge in Lincoln County, Wash., features 136.8-foot-long prestressed concrete super-girders. Oldcastle Precast fabricated the units.
June 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What Works Cities’ Simone Brody on innovation, data and ‘celebrating the best’
Smart Cities Dive caught up with Brody to learn about What Works Cities' newest certification process and how higher levels of government can learn from city development.
By Jackie Snow • June 1, 2017 -
High cost of smart water meters keeps adoption rates low
While a regular analog meter costs about $25 on average, smart water meters can cost around $180 per home, according to DC Water.
By Jackie Snow • June 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
In this Finnish neighborhood, residents can experience efficient living 25/7
Smart Kalasatama in Helsinki, Finland is finding ways to give an hour a day back to its residents.
By Jackie Snow • May 31, 2017 -
Deep Dive
More than 30 states embrace grid modernization, new policy tracker finds
A new quarterly report from the folks who brought you "50 States of Solar" aims to chronicle grid modernization initiatives across the U.S.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 31, 2017 -
Vermont utility offers $1,200 electric vehicle rebate
The offer is open to all residential and commercial customers, and would also help the city of Burlington meet a goal of becoming energy neutral.
By Robert Walton • May 31, 2017 -
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Clear polycarbonate sheet secures vacant structures (with related video)
SecureView Clearboarding is a clear polycarbonate window and door boarding system that helps secure and protect vacant and abandoned properties.
By Michael Keating • May 31, 2017 -
Updated: Trump will pull US out of Paris climate accord, reports say
The details of the withdrawal will reportedly be worked out by a small group of White House officials, including EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt.
By Gavin Bade • May 30, 2017 -
DOE lab embarks on 2 projects to help California hit ‘zero net energy’ residential goal
The state wants all new residential buildings to be energy-neutral by 2020.
By Robert Walton • May 30, 2017 -
Better Buildings Initiative reaches $1.9B in total energy, cost savings
Organizations that have signed on to the U.S. Department of Energy program are on track to reduce their energy consumption by 20% by 2020.
By Mary Tyler March • May 24, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Brattle: Wider electrification key to averting both climate change and utility death spiral
Tapping into power demand from EVs and electrified heating can help the utility industry thrive as it pushes the economy toward deep decarbonization, the consultancy says.
By Peter Maloney • May 24, 2017 -
New York Gov. Cuomo plans 19 MW microgrid in the state capital
The gas-powered microgrid will provide backup power for the 90-acre Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza in Albany.
By Peter Maloney • May 23, 2017 -
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Tow device helps safely move dumpsters
The WasteCaddy dumpster tow aids in moving dumpsters. The unit also helps prevent injuries to workers who are moving the dumpsters.
By Michael Keating • May 22, 2017 -
Growing interest in electric vehicles spurs Pennsylvania PUC review
The Public Utilities Commission wants to know what kinds of tariff designs might help establish clear rules for third-party electric vehicle charging stations as part of the review.
By Robert Walton • May 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Sunrun CEO: ‘Long-term growth rate’ for residential solar still strong
Lynn Jurich sought to restore confidence at the GTM Solar Summit this week after the residential solar market slowed year-over-year for the first time in Q1.
By Krysti Shallenberger • May 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
8 city mobile apps driving citizen engagement
Many major cities have leveraged smartphones to communicate about everything from pets to potholes.
By Jackie Snow • May 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
In a retrofitted semi-truck, an interactive ‘energy lab’ highlights the future of microgrids
An exhibit on wheels, developed by Siemens, offers tools for users to learn about various energy infrastructure that can benefit cities.
By Jackie Snow • May 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How Indiana Michigan Power helps C&I customers bring their flexibility to market
Key to the continued success of the utility's emergency DR program will be adapting to coming changes in PJM capacity auctions.
By Robert Walton • May 17, 2017 -
World Future Council report suggests ‘building blocks’ to reach 100% renewable energy
According to the report, more than 300 cities have committed to 100% renewable energy as of late 2016.
By Jackie Snow • May 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Electric vehicles can be grid assets or liabilities. How utilities plan will decide.
New communications protocols and time-varying rates are needed to help utilities managing EV charging, a new SEPA paper argues.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 17, 2017 -
ACEEE: 32 cities improve energy efficiency score; Boston tops list
Boston, New York and Seattle topped the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's biannual scorecard that ranks 51 U.S. cities on energy-saving efforts.
By Kristin Musulin , Jackie Snow • May 16, 2017
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