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[Event] The Kentucky New Energy Summit - June 9th, Lexington, KY

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The Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Coalition (MAREC Action) and Bricker Graydon invite you to join us for an engaging event exploring the future of energy policy in Kentucky. Discover how an “all of the above” energy strategy...more

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With Public Input, Changes to New York’s Clean Energy Standard Begin to Take Shape

What changes to New York’s renewable energy programs are coming down the pike? Public comments filed with the New York Public Service Commission (the “Commission”) concerning the Commission’s Draft Biennial Review of the...more

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DPU Issues Long-Anticipated Net Metering Ruling

On February 15, 2024, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (“DPU”) issued a much-anticipated order in docket D.P.U. 21-100 that finally promulgates regulations (220 CMR 18.00) to implement 2021 statutory changes...more

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New Legislation Puts Michigan on the Fast Track to Renewable, Clean Energy

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On Nov. 28, 2023, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed into law energy legislation passed by the House and Senate earlier this month. The law will address Governor Whitmer’s 2023 “MI Healthy Climate” initiative, and make...more

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Currents - Energy Industry Insights: V 7, Issue 4, April 2023

The Cost of "Electrification" “Electrification” has become a ubiquitous term these days, although depending on who you ask, it might have different meanings. However defined, a critical component of electrification as a...more

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Renewable Energy Update - July 2022 #2

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Clean energy power line from Arizona to California approved for construction The Center Square – July 15 The U.S. Department of Interior has approved the start of construction of a 125-mile transmission line project spanning...more

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Renewable Energy Update - December 2021 #3

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Biden signs order for federal government to achieve net-zero by 2050 - The Hill – December 8 - President Biden last week signed an executive order that directs the federal government to achieve a goal of net-zero...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

New York Public Service Commission Sends Utilities’ Transmission Planning Proposals Back to the Drawing Board

As the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) solicits comments regarding fundamental changes to its regulation of the country’s electricity transmission systems; as the temperature rises in New York State regarding...more

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Who Can’t Get No Respect? Rodney Dangerfield and Offshore Wind Energy

“I don’t get no respect” was comedian Rodney Dangerfield’s well-known catchphrase, and also the reason his 1981 album won a Grammy. Like Dangerfield, advocates for the clean energy technology known as offshore wind power...more

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Renewable Energy Update - January 2021

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California’s looming decision on grid reliability: expand supply or manage demand? Greentech Media – January 5 - California is facing a major decision under a tight deadline — whether it should push for large-scale...more

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Major Climate Bill Recommits Massachusetts to Climate Goals

On January 4th, as the legislative session came to a close, both houses of the Massachusetts legislature passed “An Act Creating a Next-Generation Roadmap for Massachusetts Climate Policy.” My colleague, Seth Jaffe, posted on...more

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Renewable Energy Update - September 2020 #2

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Utility-scale solar remains resilient despite pandemic - Bullet Solar Industry Magazine – September 10 - The U.S. solar market installed 3.5 gigawatts of new solar photovoltaic capacity in Q2, a 6% drop from Q1...more

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Mexican Private Power Sector Finds Alternative to Cancelled Clean Energy Power Bids

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On January 31, 2019 the Mexican power regulatory entity - Centro Nacional de Control de Energia (“Cenace”) cancelled the fourth public bid for the purchase and sale of clean energy, capacity and clean energy certificates...more

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Renewable Energy Update - December 2018 #2

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Focus - Behind-the-meter solar PV and energy storage set to shift California time-of-use rates - MICROGRID KNOWLEDGE - Dec 12 A new white paper from Enel X explores how behind-the-meter solar PV and energy storage are...more

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Renewable Energy Update - September 2018 #4

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Focus - Cheaper battery is unveiled as a step to a carbon-free grid - NEW YORK TIMES - Sep 26 Lithium-ion batteries have become essential for powering electric cars and storing energy generated by solar panels and wind...more

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Renewable Energy Update - September 2018

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Focus - California rejects regional grid bill - SOLAR INDUSTRY MAGAZINE - Sep 4 Assembly Bill 813 , a bill that sought to expand California’s electric grid and integrate it with the transmission systems of neighboring...more

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NY Issues Offshore Wind Master Plan, 2,400 MW to be Procured

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After more than a year of extensive research and study of technical and public policy options, New York State issued its comprehensive offshore wind master plan that identifies intentions to develop 2,400 megawatts (MW)...more

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Net metering rules: reasonable limitations or detrimental restrictions? PUCO hears both sides

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An uncommon opportunity for “utilities, environmental groups and other stakeholders” to testify before the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) elicited diverse opinions on the PUCO’s recent changes to net metering...more

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Renewable Energy Update - September 2016

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Renewable Energy Focus - White House pledges support for Salton Sea, geothermal energy - The Desert Sun - Sep 1 - The federal government is stepping up its commitment to the Salton Sea and exploring the...more

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Policy and Legal Implications of Implementing Renewable Energy at Scale: Renewables Intermittent Power Generation (Part 6 of 6)

Tom Burton, Chair of Mintz Levin’s Energy Technology Practice, has published a weekly installment providing insight into the challenges and possible solutions that, if implemented, promise a bright future as clean energy...more

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California's New Climate Era: SB 350 and Beyond

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Two out of three ain’t bad. Climate change policy advocates may find themselves quoting Meat Loaf with the enactment of Senate Bill (SB) 350, which California’s Legislature passed last month and which Governor Jerry...more

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Renewable Energy Update -- August 2014

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Renewable Energy Focus - Renewables now ‘mainstream’ business for U.S. utilities, says report: PV-Tech - Aug 1: NV Energy, Xcel, PG&E, Sempra, and Edison International have topped a new index ranking investor-owned...more

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Renewable Energy Update -- June 2014 #2

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Renewable Energy Focus - Warren Buffett plans to double Berkshire Hathaway’s investment in renewable energy: PV Tech - Jun 24: Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. CEO Warren Buffett certainly made his presence felt at the Edison...more

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Renewable Energy Update

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Renewable Energy Focus - New DOE loan guarantee program: Green Tech Solar News - Feb 27: The Department of Energy is targeting from $1.5 billion to as much as $4 billion for a new renewable energy project loan...more

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Senate Finance Committee Tax Reform Proposal Streamlines Energy Tax Credits

On December 18, 2013, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) released a proposal that would streamline energy tax incentives to make them more predictable and technology neutral. The proposal would consolidate...more

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