November 23, 2024

Edison Electric Institute (EEI)

No Turning Back on Decarbonization, CEOs Say
The CEOs of Edison International, DTE Energy, Ameren, Exelon and Xcel Energy told EEI there is no turning back on increasing renewables and decarbonization.
Xcel’s Fowke Faces Weighty Issues as EEI Chair
Xcel Energy CEO Ben Fowke, EEI’s incoming chairman, outlined his goals for the group during a discussion that concluded its annual Leadership Summit.
‘Future is Now’ for Electric Truck Fleets, EEI Told
Executives from Volvo and FedEx told EEI they are committed to transitioning to electric trucks but need utilities’ help on rates and infrastructure.
EEI Panel: Cloud, Drones Can Help Mitigate Wildfires
Rapid advances in digital technology can provide utilities with much needed assistance in wildfire response.
EEI Panel: Public-private Trust Key to Cyber Survival
Trust and collaboration between the private and public sectors is more important than ever for guarding against cyberattacks.
Montana Hybrid Ruling Departs from PURPA Precedent
FERC broke with precedent in a decision that will hamstring the ability of hybrid resource developers to optimize the output of projects.
AVR Standards Team Faces Industry Pushback
Stakeholders criticized the team working on revisions to NERC’s standard for protection functions in automatic voltage regulators for expanding the project's scope.
Electricity Industry Asks for Regulatory Certainty
Panelists expressed worry about regulatory uncertainty during a FERC technical conference on the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the industry.
FERC Storage Order Survives State Challenge
The D.C. Circuit upheld FERC Order 841, which bars states from preventing behind-the-meter energy storage from participation in wholesale markets.
Pandemic Adds to 2020 Hurricane Season Challenges
Utilities expect mutual assistance plans to help the U.S. grid weather a predicted active Atlantic hurricane season, even in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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