Illinois
ComEd looks to blockchain as tool to manage an increasingly complex grid
The Illinois utility has partnered with a California company called Xage to test out its blockchain-based software.
politics
Bipartisan ‘energy freedom’ bills resurface in Michigan, one at a time
Supporters split the bipartisan proposals into separate bills this session in hopes of overcoming opposition.
Illinois
Advocates want next phase of ComEd microgrid powered by renewables
Unlike the first phase, ComEd isn’t legally obligated to use renewables, but the company says it will seriously consider them as it reviews proposals.
microgrids
Michigan lawmakers propose microgrid bill to boost resilience
The legislation would prohibit standby fees but allows an “equitable” cost of service charge by utilities.
microgrids
Maine lawmakers try again to get the state’s microgrid law right
Amid complaints that the state’s current law is unworkable, legislators revive a vetoed bill under a new governor.