Can the US power sector significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2040? Not according to EIA; Xcel assesses non-wires alternatives to distribution upgrade as it enters new proceedings in Colorado, Minnesota; SPP approves $545M in transmission upgrades, eyes storage to help reduce costs; Los Angeles commits to 100% electric sanitation fleet by 2035. Other cities aren't ready to follow
The utility is engaged in conversations with California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office and believes it can resolve his concerns, a PG&E attorney said on Wednesday.
Energy sector analysts say EIA's annual projections have consistently been more conservative, overstating sector emissions, and utility groups are optimistic for greater carbon reductions from power generation and transportation.
The utility teamed up with the Electric Power Research Institute, finding the use of storage and demand response could defer the need to upgrade a feeder on its system, DistribuTECH attendees heard Tuesday.
Southwest Power Pool is considering how energy storage could diminish transmission costs, although the pumped storage and batteries on its system are considered only as generation.
LASAN Director Enrique Zaldivar pledged to procure only electric vehicles in two years and gradually convert the fleet. While the market continues to evolve, adoption is far from widespread.
Language in the Federal Power Act prevents stakeholders from litigating a FERC order until regulators rule on rehearing requests, a decision that can face lengthy delays.
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