Determining exactly how much local renewable generation can reach Xcel Energy customers in Minnesota hinges in part on how many of these projects the existing grid can accommodate. To that end, the state’s Public Utilities Commission compelled the utility last year to report on more than 1,000 “feeders” delivering electricity to homes and businesses across its Twin Cities service territory.
At its World Energy Congress summit held in Istanbul this week, the World Energy Council has explained that power grid interconnection and a clear legal framework are currently critical to the far-reaching electrification of Africa. The need to provide all Africans, regardless of economic situation, reliable access to clean and … [continued]
Originally published on Clean Power Research. By Scott Tewel NV Energy’s incentive and interconnection application volumes have grown tremendously in the past 12 months—by 15 times. As many program administrators know, this type of rapid growth can overwhelm the administrative staff, leading to processing delays and unhappy customers. In order … [continued]
