Focus on Utilities
Global warming can’t be ignored, Montana’s top court says, upholding landmark climate case
Montana's top court found a policy that prevented the state from considering the effect of GHGs in issuing permits for fossil fuel projects...
Federal hostility could delay offshore wind projects in US, derailing state climate goals
Analysis: East Coast states rely on offshore wind for clean energy, but Donald Trump's presidency may threaten their ambitious climate goals.
Nigerians press for solar jobs and electricity, with little success
In Nigeria, solar ambitions falter due to government inaction, despite rising demand for clean energy and micro-solar solutions.
After long delay, French nuclear plant coming on stream
France's Flamanville nuclear reactor will start service on December 20, 2024, after 12 years of delays and rising costs.
Japan’s draft climate strategy spurs calls for bolder cuts in carbon emissions
Japan's draft plan targets a 60 per cent cut in emissions by 2035, but experts call for deeper reductions to meet climate goals.
UK’s National Grid outlines ‘unprecedented’ £35bn investment plans
The plans also contribute to the group’s wider UK investment, which will support 55,000 more jobs by 2030, according to National Grid.
Half US at high risk of power shortfall in next decade, regulator says
NERC warns that half of the U.S. faces power supply shortfalls in the next decade due to rising demand and inadequate infrastructure.
Commonwealth plans world’s first grid-scale fusion power plant in Virginia
Commonwealth Fusion Systems plans to build the world's first grid-scale fusion power plant in Virginia, aiming for 2030 power generation.
After fanfare of Churchill Falls deal, Newfoundland urged to learn its dam lessons
Energy observers urge Newfoundland and Labrador to independently review a major deal with Quebec, fearing it may favor Quebec.
Canada pushes out target for net-zero electricity grid by 15 years
Canada's Clean Electricity Regulations now target a net-zero grid by 2050, shifting from a 2035 goal amid industry concerns.
