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.
microgrids
Microgrid boosters hope Michigan ‘energy district’ will spur more interest
Consumers Energy plans to combine solar and storage in a 4-square-block project in Jackson, Michigan.
transmission
In the Midwest, technology not a replacement for transmission lines
Smart grid upgrades may offer less risk in some areas, but experts say conventional transmission projects are still needed in others.