The proposed NextEra–Dominion merger could create a distribution powerhouse as data centers, microgrids and customer-sited energy begin reshaping the electric system.
As AI drives unprecedented load growth, DERs, efficiency, and flexible demand are complicating the supply–demand equation
50 states. 50 different policies for distributed energy (DERs). So, how do you scale the technologies? Pew has a playbook.
Xcel Energy Minnesota won approval of its controversial virtual power plant pilot that divided the distributed energy community.
Enphase Energy executive explains how the AI build-out is turning utilities and distributed energy companies into collaborators.
2025 was a record year for distributed energy policy, with states accelerating action on solar, storage, EVs, and resilience. New Pew data shows just how widespread the shift has become.
Speed to power is creating a new market for distributed energy. Three developments from the past week illustrate how varied — and unsettled — the new market is.
Electrons are not political — everyone needs them. And maybe it’s our industry’s own fault. We didn’t do enough to say, “Look, these projects are economic.” It’s a no-brainer in certain states to have solar on your roof.
What is the distributed energy forecast for 2026? A mix of survival and gold-rush fever as incentives disappear, but demand for energy surges.
Who will capture the market for virtual power plants? Competitive distributed energy companies or utilities? Or is there room for both?