wind
Wind turbine shutdowns during polar vortex stoke Midwest debate
A dip in wind output during last month’s deep freeze is now fueling debate about the nation’s embrace of renewable energy.
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.
transmission
Grid ‘seams’ still a challenge for long-distance transmission developers
Almost a decade after FERC tried to smooth the path for transmission that crosses RTO seams, developers say little progress has been made.
MISO
Unlike PJM, grid operator MISO not seeking changes to power plant payments
The regional transmission group instead asks FERC to be more nimble when it comes to integrating new technology.
Illinois meeting to explore renewable energy’s effect on grid efficiency
Officials and advocates will gather at the Illinois Commerce Commission offices in Chicago and Springfield today to debate the viability of energy resources and a plan to provide subsidies to struggling coal plants downstate.