solar
Midwest utilities ‘overwhelmingly surprised’ by solar subscription demand
The plans, marketed as community solar, have seen warm reception in Nebraska and in Missouri, where one project is “78% oversubscribed.”
Illinois
Ameren tests software that could unlock future ‘transactive energy marketplace’
Under the concept, utilities would shift from power providers to platforms facilitating transactions among customers.
efficiency
For utilities, smart thermostat programs more than a ‘set it and forget it’ effort
Getting customers to invest in smart thermostats requires more than just financial rebates, efficiency experts say.
Missouri
Missouri utilities consider program to pay for efficiency on customer bills
The Pay As You Save program puts energy efficiency projects within reach for renters and lower-income customers.
smart meters
Technical, cultural hurdles slow efforts to make utility customer data useful
Smart meters offer a ton of information. Now advocates are trying to make it easier for customers to access and use.