California lawmakers extend the life of the state's last nuclear power plant
Citing climate change and the need to cut carbon emissions, California is extending the life of the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant.
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Tesla Turns Power Back On At Children's Hospital In Puerto Rico
The hospital offers services to some 3,000 young patients. Tesla's solar system is reportedly providing the hospital with all the electricity it needs.
Why It's So Hard To Turn The Lights Back On In Puerto Rico
Almost a month after Hurricane Maria made landfall, most of the island is still without electricity. Officials have estimated it could be months before power is restored.
Solar Firms Plan To Return To Nevada After New Law Restores Incentives
The governor plans to sign a bill that will let homeowners sell excess electricity to their utility at retail rates. Solar companies stopped seeking new customers because incentives were phased out.
Should Homeowners With Solar Panels Pay To Maintain Electrical Grid?
Utilities say consumers who put solar panels on their roofs should help pay to maintain the lines that carry the power they sell back into the system. Panel leasing firms say that's anti-competitive.
When The Power's Out, Solar Panels May Not Keep The Lights On
With the price of solar panels falling, more municipalities and homeowners are installing them. But having solar panels doesn't mean you won't lose power in a blackout — at least not yet.
New York Says It's Time To Flip The Switch On Its Power Grid
Officials want to overhaul the state's energy grid. Experts say the plan would help utilities withstand severe weather events, but it would also require a massive re-engineering of the power system.