Focus on Utilities
US nuclear plant Three Mile Island to reopen to power Microsoft
The 20-year agreement involves restarting Unit 1, which "operated at industry-leading levels of safety and reliability for decades."
Polish power system is safe despite flooding, grid operator says
Ongoing floods 'have not damaged transmission infrastructure' says power grid operator, after helicopters check electricity lines.
Regional pricing proposals could slow UK energy investment: ScottishPower CEO
ScottishPower’s CEO warns against a proposed regional electricity pricing model, saying it could deter investment during the UK’s green transition.
Ottawa negotiates $500 million bailout to prevent electricity rate hike in Nova Scotia
Ottawa is negotiating a $500M bailout for Nova Scotia Power to prevent a 19 per cent electricity rate hike due to cost overruns.
Red tape to renewables: Overcoming challenges to U.S. clean energy projects
The U.S. faces challenges to buidling clean energy infrastructure. Smarter planning and policies are key to overcoming them.
UK govt to buy ESO from National Grid in £630m deal
The Government is to buy the Electricity System Operator (ESO) from National Grid after striking a deal worth £630 million. It will pave...
Utilities rely on dirty ‘peaker’ plants when power demand surges, but there are alternatives
Utilities often use polluting "peaker" plants to meet high electricity demand, but cleaner alternatives like battery storage and demand response can help reduce...
Cyberattacks on US utilities surged 70% this year, says Check Point
Utilities and power infrastructure across the U.S. are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks as the grid expands rapidly to meet surging demand for power.
Nigerian households use a range of energy, from wood to solar – green energy planning must account for this
Nigerian households use a range of energy sources, including wood and charcoal, even if they can afford to rely on renewables. The government's...
