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EBA Panelists Discuss Carbon Policy, Renewables Integration
Two panels at the Energy Bar Association’s Mid-Year Energy Forum offered views of the future: one for coal, and one for intermittent sources.
Project Execution the Focus for Meeting NY Renewable Goals
It’s time to focus on building individual renewable energy projects in NY, speakers said at the Alliance for Clean Energy New York’s 11th Fall Conference.
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Panelists: CPP Demise to Have Limited Impact in West
The fate of the West’s coal-fired power was already sealed prior to the EPA announcement that it will seek to repeal the Clean Power Plan (CPP).
CPP Supporters Hope for Action by DC Circuit
Now that EPA has reversed its position on the Clean Power Plan, some supporters of the program say the D.C. Circuit should rule on the issue.
CEC Members Recommend No-Go for Puente Plant
Two California Energy Commissioners are recommending the agency deny a permit to construct NRG’s proposed Puente Power Project natural gas-fired plant.
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Overheard at the GCPA 2017 Fall Conference
The Gulf Coast Power Association’s 32nd Annual Fall Conference attracted several hundred attendees to the Texas state capital.
EPA to Announce Clean Power Plan Repeal
EPA will repeal the Clean Power Plan, saying the Obama administration’s switch to more natural gas and renewable generation exceeded the agency’s authority.
Environmentalists Denounce FERC Millennium Pipeline Ruling
Environmental advocates criticized FERC for ruling that New York state failed to act in a timely manner on water quality permits.
Federal Officials Side with Utilities on Tree-Clearing Bills
The Trump administration sided with utility witnesses on legislation to streamline approvals for managing vegetation near power lines on federal land.
Overheard at the IPPNY Fall Conference
New York state’s renewable procurement, New York City’s carbon reduction plan and offshore wind were among the topics at the 32nd IPPNY Fall Conference.

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