White House signals it will not defend Obama-era smog rules

The Trump administration asked the D.C. Circuit to postpone arguments on ozone standards as senators wrote to the White House asking for clarification on its strategy to unwind the Clean Power Plan.

By Robert Walton • April 11, 2017

Why utilities say grid security is the most pressing sector issue of 2017

The successful hack of Ukraine's electric grid in late 2015 got the sector's attention, Utility Dive's recent survey shows.

By Herman K. Trabish • April 10, 2017

What is a ‘smart city’?

Definitions vary, but one goal is constant: to develop more sustainable and livable communities for all ages and abilities.

By Jackie Snow • April 6, 2017

The future of 5G and fast(er) internet connections

Verizon will start rolling out 5G services this year in 11 test markets, including Dallas, Denver, Houston, Miami and Seattle. 

By Jackie Snow • April 6, 2017

Michigan regulators plan EV conference after utility withdraws 800-charger plan

Consumers Energy, car companies and charging station developers will work together this summer to devise a charging plan that works for both the utility and the private market. 

By Robert Walton • April 6, 2017

North America’s first smart wastewater pumping system installed in DC

The system can sense the operating conditions of its environment and provide feedback to pumping station operators.

By Jackie Snow • April 5, 2017

Bloomberg announces smart city certification

What Works Cities will mirror existing building certification programs by offering a point-based system through which cities can earn silver, gold or platinum status.

By Mary Tyler March • April 5, 2017

A new class of glass: How tech is making daylighting design more energy efficient

The emergence of new glazing products and improved lighting design software is encouraging project teams, and their clients, to give glass another look.

By Tim King • April 5, 2017

Study: Demand response could offset 2 GW of summer peak demand growth in Michigan

A combination of demand management strategies save the state $10 billion over a decade by avoiding investment in new infrastructure, according to Advanced Energy Economy.

By Robert Walton • April 5, 2017

Use these root rakes for land-clearing, other tasks (with related video)

The new John Deere Root Rakes are the latest additions to the expanding lineup of Worksite Pro attachments.

By Michael Keating • April 5, 2017

With self-regulating energy systems, IoT offers savings for schools

Tools that can regulate HVAC and lighting systems might also bring benefits beyond financial savings.

By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2017

UMass System continues adding to solar savings

The University of Massachusetts, Boston, is expected to save up to $5 million on energy over the next two decades in a new solar deal with Altus Power America.

By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2017

Indiana House committee advances bill to roll back solar net metering

The bill, which would lower the rate solar customers are paid for excess energy, has already passed the Indiana Senate.

By Robert Walton • April 3, 2017

Minnesota lawmakers propose new electric vehicle fees

An annual charge of $75 to $85 would be used to offset the loss of gas tax revenue from electric car owners.

By Robert Walton • April 3, 2017

Welcome to the new Smart Cities Dive!

The team behind Waste Dive, Utility Dive and Construction Dive have joined together to launch Smart Cities Dive, a new resource to help leaders address issues making systems that are more sustainable, connected and livable.

By Eli Dickinson • March 31, 2017

PlanIT Impact launches cloud-based building-performance assessment tool

The initiative makes public data available for energy modeling while opening the cost and resource consumption software to more users.

By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017

Tesla to start accepting orders for solar roof tiles in April

The announcement comes as more homeowners and builders turn to photovoltaic systems to power residential units.

By Mary Tyler March • March 29, 2017

3-day weekend could reduce energy use by 20%, say economists

Utah, which experimented with three-day workweeks at state agencies until 2011, saved $1.8 million in energy costs through the initiative's first 10 months.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 29, 2017

Study: Efficiency programs return results — but not in all buildings

A study published in Nature finds energy savings as high as 30% for some efficiency programs in large buildings, but middle-sized and smaller C&I buildings are being left in the dust, researchers say. 

By Robert Walton • March 29, 2017

At the grid-edge: Utilities look beyond traditional infrastructure to manage new technologies

Rate-based cloud software and capitalized network costs represent a brave new world for the power sector. 

By Robert Walton • March 29, 2017

Chuckhole repair system uses waste tires to stabilize road base (with related video)

Use Pothole Terminator to repair persistent potholes.

By Michael Keating • March 27, 2017

Tesla will start taking orders for its ‘solar roof’ system in April

The new 7 kW, 14 kWh system is priced at $5,500 and will integrate with the company's electric vehicle chargers.

By Robert Walton • March 27, 2017

‘They’re not meters or ratepayers’: Inside Austin Energy’s customer-focused business strategy

The municipal utility is at the forefront of the smart cities transformation, working across government agencies and industries to increase customer access to clean energy technologies and lower power bills. 

By Robert Walton • March 27, 2017

11 New York microgrid projects snap up $11M in state funds

Eleven projects advanced to the second stage of New York's microgrid competition to conduct more detailed engineering and business analysis. 

By Peter Maloney • March 24, 2017

St. Patrick’s Cathedral moves to geothermal for temperature control

The upgrade to the New York cathedral's heating and cooling system is just one of several updates bringing the landmark's amenities up to 21st century standards.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017