Japan Puts Wind Power Development on the Back Burner

The wind generation networks operate independently of Japan’s nine electric power companies, which also run each of their power grids.  Interconnection lines between the power grids, such as the one running under the Tsugaru Strait, are held in reserve principally for delivering power in natural disasters or other emergencies. Hardly any moves have been made [...]

North Carolina Gets Approval for Rooftop Solar Program

The N.C. Utilities Commission sanctioned the program Dec. 31. However, it enforced circumstances Duke said could endanger $265 million in federal tax incentives for the utility. Duke responded by saying that it could not guarantee the project if the incentives were at risk. The limitations forbid Duke from reclaiming some costs of the program under [...]

Lobbyists Ask for Policies Favoring Solar Power