- »Federal Agency Eases Waiting Time for Offshore Wind Projects
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No downsides to leasing and site assessments could put permits in place by year's end.
- »By The Numbers: New Jersey’s Renewable Energy Program
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Clean energy isn't cheap, but what do rebates and incentives really cost -- and what do they buy?
»Utilities Argue They Don't Have to Honor No-Build Option-
Companies claim existing rights of way through National Park allow them to make necessary upgrades.
- »Trying to Set a Fair Price for Private Use of Public Lands
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Conservationists dismiss DEP's flat fee as far too low.
- »Does Cheaper Natural Gas Mean Cheaper Electricity?
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Other factors -- including high capacity prices and congestion -- could offset any savings.
»Mixed Reviews for Office of Clean Energy’s Solar Plan-
Utilities balk at agency’s options for stabilizing solar sector.
- »Low Prices Keep Natural Gas in NJ's Energy Picture
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Plentiful gas supplies and a warm winter mean rebates for ratepayers.
»Developer Typifies Success and Uncertainty of Solar Sector-
KDC Solar looks to Trenton to stabilize NJ's volatile solar market.
- »Senate Committee Holds Hurricane-Response Bill -- for Now
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Questions arise as to whether the BPU is already working on emergency response guidelines.
- »Environmental Coalition Moves to Block Natural Gas Pipeline
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Transco project involves drilling under Raritan River, source of drinking water for some 1 million people.
»Utilities Offer to Swap Open Land for Power Project OK-
Proposal comes as new hearings begin on environmental impact of high-voltage power lines through Delaware Water Gap and Highlands.
- »State Agency to Investigate Improper Billing at PSE&G
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Whistleblowers' allegations, if true, could lead to criminal charges against NJ's largest utility.
- »Christie Quietly Signs So-Called Dirty Water Bill
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Controversial measure could allow 300,000 acres of protected land to be developed.
- »NJ May Call On Electric Utilities to Revive Solar Sector
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Office of Clean Energy mulls two options to halt slide in prices of solar certificates.
- »EPA Puts Greenhouse Gas on Interactive Map
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New database allows users to find the biggest polluters right down to their neighborhood.
- »PSEG Solar Source Picks Up 25-Megawatt Project Near Phoenix
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Construction on $75 million purchase slated to begin this month, wrap up late in 2012.
- »Solar Sector Likely to Look for Stabilization by Regulation
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State agency may increase amount of electricity power suppliers must buy from solar systems.
»Environmental Issues Take a Back Seat to the Economy-
In last lame duck session, lobbyists fail to stop what they say are environmentally unfriendly bills from being sent to the governor's desk.
- »Despite Critics' Concerns Over Drinking Water and Sprawl, Water Quality Bill Poised for OK
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Legislation would delay rules for sewer service expansions to favor economic growth.
»No Easy Solutions for the Solar Sector-
Short of the unlikely passage of a proposed bill, the solar sector will continue to be in the dark about how the state plans on stabilizing prices.
- »Solar Megawatts Continue to Climb, Amid Concerns About the Health of the Sector
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Optimistic projections fail to take into account recent problems in NJ solar market.
- »PSE&G Wins Special Incentives for Transmission Upgrades
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Utility gets close to what it wanted for high-risk project running through Hudson and Essex counties.
- »State Faces Triple Energy Challenge in New Year
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Difficult decisions about solar, offshore wind, and new power plants must be made -- some in short order.
- »Proposed Measure Would Permit Logging of State-Owned Forests
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Bill pits conservationists against two long-term legislative allies.
- »The 'Peaking Plant' Trade-Off: Cleaner Air vs. Lower Prices
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Taking older, inefficient power stations out of service could help reduce smog, while increasing electricity rates.
- »Extended Incinerator Deal Means Lower Garbage Bills in Union County
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Two-decade lease with energy-from-waste facility could save $100 million all told.
- »New Jersey's Reliance on Natural Gas to Grow, Experts Agree
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Panelists explore future of natural gas in Garden State at NJ Spotlight Roundtable.
- »PSEG Subsidiary Inks $400 Million Deal to Manage Long Island Power Authority Network
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PSEG Long Island to take over LIPA transmission and distribution system, improve customer service.
»New Jersey Prepares to Work Around Federal Agency Blocking Power Plants-
Blistering BPU report recommends establishing state power authority to build new capacity.
- »Report on Hurricane Irene Focuses on Jersey Central Power & Light
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Preliminary report on outages also calls on all four state utilities to immediately improve communications.
»New Jersey Developer Says It's Giving Up on Offshore Wind-
NRG Energy scraps plans for wind farm off Jersey coast, puts NRG Bluewater Wind on the block.
»Critics Contend New Bill Imperils Water Quality, Encourages Sprawl-
Sewers and smart growth at issue as legislators and conservationists line up on either side of controversial water quality management measure.
- »Democratic Lawmakers Block Controversial DEP Waiver Rule
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Environmental agency seeks to suspend rules its deems 'unduly burdensome' to specific projects.
- »New Energy Master Plan Explores Ways to Deploy Infrastructure for Alternative Vehicles
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Transportation infrastructure bank could help speed adoption of clean-energy vehicles.
»Dirty Business: Report Blasts Mob Involvement in Garbage and Recycling Operations-
Loopholes in law enable convicted criminals to pass for legitimate businessmen, report claims.
- »State Adopts Energy Master Plan
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New plan ignores many of the concerns of conservationists, but could help stabilize the state's once flourishing solar sector.
»Plug-In Electric Vehicles That Can Pump Power Back Onto the Grid-
Reversing the usual paradigm, prototype vehicles can draw power from and supply it to the grid.
- »BPU Moves to Block PSE&G Bid for Special Incentives from Federal Agency
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State's largest utility wants package worth nearly $900 million for transmission line project.
»State Board Questions JCP&L Earnings-
Concerns also raised that utility isn't investing enough in infrastructure.
- »LS Power to Build New Plant -- Without Help from Ratepayer Subsidies
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Ironically, West Deptford facility has better chance of being built than subsidized rivals.
- »Back to Court for Controversial Transmission Line Project
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Environmentalists want BPU to rescind its approval of Susquehanna-Roseland.
»The High Price of Keeping New Jersey's Drinking Water Clean-
Upgrading the state's water infrastructure could cost $20 billion dollars over the next few decades.
- »Committee Says NJ Won't Treat Wastewater from Hydraulic Fracturing
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Bill not likely to be approved in lame duck session but still sends message, backers and foes say.
- »By the Numbers: New Jersey’s Soaring Infrastructure Costs
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It will take an almost unfathomable amount of money to bring NJ's various infrastructures up to where they should be.
- »Park Service May Block Delaware Water Gap Power Line Project
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Environmental impact statement includes 'no-build' option for Susquehanna-Roseland.
- »Fine Print: A-2502/S-1406 or the New Jersey Property Tax Assessment Municipal Financing Program
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Proposed bill would let local governments loan money to property owners to deploy renewable energy systems.
- »Protecting Solar Subsidies for Homes and Small Businesses
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If the Office of Clean Energy has its way, residential and small-business owners will not lose solar subsidies at year's end.
- »FERC Slams Door a Second Time on Power Plant Subsidies
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Agency ruling holds out little hope that state can sponsor new capacity to be built in New Jersey.
- »Plug-in Electric Vehicles: Where to Charge, What to Charge
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Electric vehicles are on the roll, New Jersey will need an electric infrastructure to keep them rolling.
- »Pulling Out of Greenhouse Gas Initiative an Expensive Mistake, Study Suggests
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Derided by administration, RGGI actually created 1,700 jobs in the Garden State.
»Agency Approves Strategic Growth Plan Without Specifying Where the Growth Will Be-
Instead of a map, the revamped plan relies on criteria to identify where growth should be targeted and where discouraged.
- »Solomon Steps Down as Head of BPU
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Governor names Robert Hanna as successor, says he will continue to fight for new generation in state.
- »Biomass: New Jersey's Unrecognized Resource
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As the most densely populated state in the country, New Jersey could take the lead in converting biomass into clean energy.
- »Water Utilities To Get Paid Faster for Fixing Infrastructure
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New mechanism lets utilities pass along costs of routine upgrades to customers -- without full regulatory review.
- »Matching Innovative Technologies to NJ's Clean Energy Needs
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- »BPU Wants Revolving Loan Program, Not Subsidies, to Fund Some Clean Energy Initiatives
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Move to revolving loans flies in the face of advice offered by agency's own working group.
»Despite Fears of a Crash, Solar Sector Remains White Hot-
State fields 700 installation applications a month, even as solar certificates lose half their value.
»Accelerating the Move to Alternatively Fueled Vehicles-
BPU working group suggests ramping up efforts to develop refueling stations, especially for electric cars and trucks.
- »Environmental Agency Endorses State Economic Growth Plan
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DEP backing troubles some conservationists who say blueprint favors development over preservation.
- »Fine Print: The Case for Alternatively Fueled Vehicles in New Jersey
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Working group report charts the road to clean vehicles -- bumps, detours, and all.
- »State Fails to Participate in Program That Could Cut Energy Costs, Report Finds
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»Bill Could Deliver What Solar Sector Needs Most: Stability-
Stopping the freefalling prices of SRECs should demonstrate that solar is still a smart investment in New Jersey.
- »Coalition Formally Asks State to Extend Utility-Sponsored Solar Installations
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Long-term contracts could bring much-needed stability to price of solar certificates.
- »Despite Some Optimistic Assessments, Doubt Still Haunts Solar Sector
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With prices for solar certificates still unsteady, industry group questions if this is a correction or a crash.
»Strategic Development Plan Puts Economic Growth on the Map-
Some smart growth advocates worry that the new plan puts the economy well ahead of the environment.
»Administration Wants to Shelve Smart Growth Map-
Radically revised state development plan would stress economic growth over environmental protection.
- »Utility Plans on Investing in Infrastructure -- and Jobs in South Jersey
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Atlantic City Electric says upgrades will boost the reliability of the regional power grid and the region's economy.
- »Power Plant Subsidies Conjure Up Vision of Troubled Past
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Utility customers still paying off Carter-era subsidies meant to drive down the price of electricity.
- »State May Budget $55 Million for Cogeneration
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Office of Clean Energy could jumpstart combined heat and power production.
- »Regional Grid Operator Agrees to Ease Impediments to Building New Power Plants
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Mood at meeting grows increasingly rancorous as state suggests power suppliers may wield too much market power.
»BPU Helps Hard-Hit New Jerseyans Keep the Lights and Heat On-
The clean energy surcharge also funds programs to assist low-income residents who can't pay their utility bills.
- »State Hires Special Consultant to Probe Utilities' Response to Hurricane Irene
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Of special interest: how utilities planned, restored power, and communicated with local officials and customers.
- »State May Speed Solar Production to Slow Falling Prices
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Working group fails to achieve consensus on solutions, reflecting an increasingly fractured solar sector.
- »Working Group Rejects Revolving Loan Program to Fund Clean Energy
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Surprisingly, hand-picked working group does not suggest drastically scaling back clean energy surcharge.
»State Studies How to Fund Next Round of Clean Energy Programs-
With many unanswered questions, the most important may be what level of funding should come from ratepayers
»Administration Moves to Make It Tougher to Keep Sprawl in Check-
Draft proposal from BPU would ease the prohibitive price of building in undeveloped areas.
- »PJM Pulls Plug on Proposed Transmission Line
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Regional grid operator says high-power link not needed to ensure system reliability.
»Controversial NJ Power Line Picked for Obama Administration Pilot Project-
Troubled Susquehanna-Roseville link chosen as part of effort to modernize national power grid.
- »State Simplifies Permit Process for Cogeneration Facilities
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Administration also notes that high costs could slow development of combined heat and power.
- »Draft Energy Plan Remains Work in Progress
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Controversial recommendation to reduce surcharge that finances clean energy programs still on the table.
- »PSE&G Hurricane Hearing Attracts Audience of Two -- Both JCP&L Customers
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BPU says it may adopt "best practices" for utilities to follow to lessen customer inconvenience.
- »Is the Federal Government Driving Up Power Prices for Consumers?
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NJ and other states contend that special transmission incentives are costing customers hundred of millions or even billions of dollars.
- »Proposed Measure Would Ease Strict Constraints on Commercial and Sport Fishermen
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Relaxing the rules could help protect the fishing industry, a key economic driver of the Jersey Shore.
»Offshore Backbone Developer Makes Bid for $100 Million in Tax Credits-
Can AWC collect under a law intended to attract offshore wind manufacturers to the Garden State?
»Offshore Backbone Developer Could Invest Nearly $1 Billion in NJ Wind Market-
Atlantic Wind Connection's ambitious plan would deploy 350-mile underwater transmission system.
»Smart Growth Policies Face Overhaul-
Changes in state incentives for energy efficiency could push new buildings into underdeveloped areas and open spaces.
- »State Agency Wants to Know Why Jersey Pays So Much for Power
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BPU to probe operator of regional grid, power suppliers, transmission companies -- among others.
»Prototype Electric Vehicle Pumps Power Back Onto the Grid-
Grid operators could tap into car's batteries when vehicle is parked and plugged in.
- »Jersey Central Power & Light Faces Tough Questions Over Power Outages
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State agency holds first hearing into utilities' troubles restoring power in wake of Hurricane Irene.
»State Raises Red Flag Over How Decisions Are Made on Regional Power Grid-
BPU warns letting incumbent transmission owners decide who can plug into the grid is 'problematic.'
- »Plug-In Electric Vehicles Still in the Slow Lane
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New Jersey joins Mid-Atlantic initiative to develop network of vehicle charging stations across the region.
- »State Seeks to Set Low Ceiling on Long-Term Price of Solar Energy
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Payment schedule determines what solar suppliers will pay for power over next 15 years.
- »New Jersey Natural Gas Customers Will Pay Less to Stay Warm this Winter
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State agency OKs new tariffs for gas distribution utilities, lowering costs to consumers.
- »Can State Agency's 15-Year Plan Prop Up the Price of Solar Certificates?
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BPU moves to fix prices power suppliers pay over long term to help promote growth of solar energy.
»Democrats and Administration Clash Over Clean Energy Subsidy-
Fight over renewable targets segues into argument over ratepayer subsidies for wind and solar power.
- »Fine Print: Special Incentives for Transmission Lines
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Big utilities collect on projects intended to increase the reliability of the power grid.
- »Is the Solar Market Too Hot?
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Does current volatility reflect an overheated market, or is it just the ups and downs of supply and demand?
- »Fine Print: Cutting Energy Costs at a Hospital
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St. Peter's University Hospital shaves $1 million a year off its energy costs.
»Customers Getting Answers to Outage Problems from Their Utilities-
Stage agency to investigate how four electric utilities responded to blackouts in the wake of Hurricane Irene
»Lawmakers Look to Pull the Plug on Draft Energy Plan-
Proposed bill would boost reliance on renewable energy, preserve controversial surcharge.
»State Agency Green-Lights Discounts to Big Gas Customers-
Utilities and customers can negotiate lower rates, as long as the deal is OK'd by the BPU.Some worry the decision will mean higher bills for other consumers.
- »Administration Requests Plans to Privatize Liberty State Park
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Winning proposal will put concessions, catering, and events in private hands.
»State Schedules Solar Summit to Discuss Stabilizing Prices-
Wildly fluctuating prices of solar certificates have some worried about market's long-term prospects.
- »Fine Print: Public Service Enterprise Group Sustainability Report
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PSEG report earns company a spot on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
»Proposed Pipeline Upgrade Could Endanger Environmentally Sensitive Sites-
Parks, lakes, wetlands, and endangered species could all be affected by a Tennessee Gas Pipeline expansion project.
- »NJ Company Opens Its First Electric Vehicle Charging Station.... in Texas
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NRG Energy and others say they're interested in building an electric vehicle infrastructure in the Garden State.
- »More Smog in the Forecast for New Jersey?
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Obama administration backs away from new rule that would tighten limits on ground-level ozone.
»Big Business Bands Together to Boost Natural Gas-
Newly formed coalition hopes to combat conservationists' strong opposition to fracking and fossil fuels.
- »Will Christie Walk Away From Another Clean Air Initiative?
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Environmentalists urge governor to stick with effort to cut pollution from cars, trucks and other vehicles.
- »Offshore Wind Could Be Moving Closer to Reality
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Tentative timeframe proposed by wind developers could see projects OK'd by end of 2012.
»Water Utilities May See Faster ROI for Infrastructure Upgrades-
State agency's proposal would mean speedier recovery of costs and, less regulatory oversight.
»Democrats Challenge Administration's Draft Energy Plan-
Rolling back renewable energy goals is seen as a serious misstep by lawmakers and environmentalists.
- »Wind and Solar Not Steady Enough for the National Grid
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New Jersey makes devising a storage system for intermittent sources of power a priority.
- »Court Moves to Protect New Jersey Highlands from Developers
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Appellate division reaffirms legal authority of original regional master plan.
- »Can Combined Heat and Power Make a Comeback?
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The draft energy plan calls for 1,500 megawatts of CHP, but funding for the technology is in short supply.
- »Technology Spotlight: What's Happening with Solar?
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The solar sector needs to strike a balance between supply and demand, and end-market intervention.
- »Developer Pitches State Agency on Tidal Power
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Advocates of wide array of alternative energies present their arguments at final hearing on Energy Master Plan.
»An Unhappy Anniversary for the New Jersey Highlands-
Seven years after passage of the Highlands Act, some conservationists question if it has lived up to its promise.
- »Utility's Energy Efficiency Program Means Cash for Customers
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State's draft energy plan also addresses energy efficiency, though not to the satisfaction of consumer and business critics.
- »Operators Ask to Keep Coal Plants in Service Even if They Flunk EPA Standards
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A "safety valve" mechanism would keep some plants online if taking them out of service would endanger the power grid.
- »Gas Utilities Look for Rapid Recovery of Costs for Upgrading Infrastructure
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With some pipelines reaching the century mark, gas utilities seek less regulatory oversight for routine upgrades.
- »PSE&G Increases Investment in Transmission and Distribution Lines 15 Percent
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State's largest utility slated to invest $5.2 billion in new infrastructure, cites special incentives as one reason for moving ahead.
- »PSEG Power To Shut Down Hudson I Plant
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Shuttering the aging facility could save consumers nearly $60 million dollars that would be needed to keep the unit in service.
»Is the Solar Sector Headed for a Fall?-
The plummeting price of the certificates used to finance solar projects and a precipitous drop in the price of solar power has some developers, advocates and lawmakers worried.
- »Fine Print: Renewable Energy Outpaces Nuclear, Sort Of
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U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that wind capacity grew 40 percent annually between 2005 and 2009.
- »Under NJ Energy Plan, Does Sewage Sludge Qualify as a Renewable Fuel?
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Camden County contracts to convert 60,000 tons of sewage into dried biosolids that can be burnt instead of coal.
- »Offshore Wind Developers Propose Financing Mechanism Without Revealing Costs to Consumers
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State agencies left with more questions than answers regarding complex proposals for subsidizing offshore wind farms.
- »Offshore Backbone Developer Foresees Huge Wind Industry Along Jersey Coast
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The future according to AWC includes cheaper electricity and tens of thousands of new jobs.
»New Jersey Tells Federal Agency New Capacity Is Desperately Needed-
Ratepayer subsidies for power suppliers again a key issue in hearing before Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- »Local Officials Move to Block New Pipelines in Jersey Highlands
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More than ten townships along projected pipeline route have also adopted resolutions against hydro-fracking.
- »Utilities Say They Can Help State Cut Power Consumption, Boost Reliance on Renewables
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Public utilities embrace controversial Energy Master Plan, but lobby to upgrade gas and electric infrastructure and deploy smart metering.
- »Environmentalists Urge Public to Come Out and Fight for Clean Energy
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Draft Energy Master Plan could be next battleground between Democrats and administration.
»Disputing the Future of New Jersey's Energy Policy-
First open hearing on state's revised Energy Master Plan elicits divergent opinions, little by way of agreement.
»Advocates and Administration Continue to Clash Over Solar-
As hearings on draft Energy Master Plan begin, vexing questions remain about residential solar vs. utility-scale installations, which deliver far cheaper power.
- »Business Leaders Request a Stronger Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
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More than 200 business executives call on participating states to put more muscle in RGGI's cap-and-trade program.
- »Offshore Wind Transmission System Picks Up New Investor
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Belgian company Elia brings fresh funding and firsthand expertise to $5 billion, 250-mile submarine backbone project.
- »Clean Energy Advocates Fear Rollback of Goals
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Concern that energy master plan could undo '20 years of progress.'
- »Conservative Group Wants to Shut Down NJ's Offshore Wind Program
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Americans for Prosperity says state subsidies for offshore wind will drive up power prices and squelch economic development.
- »NRC Renews Operating License for Hope Creek Nuclear Plant
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Nuclear Regulatory Commission extends license for Salem County facility through 2046.
- »Financing Offshore Wind Farms
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The details are just being sketched in, but ratepayer subsidies are already an issue for offshore wind.
- »Trade Association Aims to Make It Easier for Customers to Dump Their Incumbent Utilities
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Group says new guide will educate consumers in the fine points of finding cleaner, cheaper power.
»BPU Veteran Joe Sullivan Hired by Concord Engineering as Top Executive-
At Board of Public Utilities, Sullivan was key to revamped Energy Master Plan.
»Growth in Solar Still Strong in New Jersey-
Utility-led program gains participating contractors, locks in 21 megawatts of solar power.
- »BPU's Lee Solomon Blasts Federal Agency
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Frustration with FERC apparent as BPU president condemns regulatory structure as "unjust, inequitable, and outrageous."
- »PSE&G Projects Expected to Create Hundreds of Jobs
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Increasing energy efficiency is only one benefit of program that could also help jump-start the local economy.
- »In Letter to Governor, NJ Businesses Oppose Subsidized Power Plant Scheme
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Companies argue that competitive electricity markets are critical in tough economic times.
- »NRG Energy Scores Solar Victory for Washington Redskins
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Princeton company plans to power FedEx stadium with thousands of solar panels in parking lot.
- »Federal Agency Could Speed Offshore Wind for New Jersey
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If approved, new permitting process could cut two years off the time needed to deploy wind farms off the Jersey coast.
- »Fate of Office of Green Energy Uncertain
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Unclear whether New Jersey will retain its Office of Economic Growth and Green Energy
- »A Decade into Deregulation, Where are NJ's New Power Plants?
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Debated at the NJ Spotlight forum: Do subsidies motivate new construction or saddle ratepayers with bigger bills?
- »Cooling Towers Still A Hot Topic at Oyster Creek Nuclear Plant
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Environmentalists argue that DEP draft permit will allow superheated waters to be discharged into Barnegat Bay.
- »Democrats Close Ranks to Review Administration's Proposed Energy Policy
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Lawmakers and administration likely to clash over New Jersey's aggressive goals for solar power.
- »Spotlight: Tom Gilmore
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An Audubon institution steps down after transforming the organization and the Garden State.
»Federal Agency Won't Help Fund Barnegat Bay Cleanup-
Letter from EPA says pollution plan should take three years to implement, rather than the administration's suggested five.
- »All Good with the Grid? Conventional Power Suppliers Have Good Reason to Think So
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The mechanism that ensures new capacity handsomely rewards operators of coal and gas-fired power plants.
- »Salem Nuclear Power Plants Sail Through Relicensing Process
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Proponents argue that New Jersey needs more nuclear to power homes and businesses.
- »Federal Agency OK's Power Transfer from New Jersey to New York
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Interconnect likely to lead to higher electricity prices and greater congestion on the grid -- along with possible summer blackouts.
- »Assembly Committee Pulls Plug on DEP Economic Development Office
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Committee raise concerns about duplication of services and diversion of funds.
- »The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative: By the Numbers
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»How Much Will Consumers Have to Pay to Make Offshore Wind Happen?-
A series of hearings this summer will determine how ratepayers will help finance offshore wind farms.
- »Onshore Wind Turbines: Not in My Backyard
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A grassroots group wants to make sure that a huge wind turbine is not built in its community.
- »Stepping Up Solar Production Before the Administration Slows It Down
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A new bill would boost the amount of solar power produced in New Jersey in hopes of stabilizing the market.
- »Regional Grid Operator Warns of Greater Risk of Brownouts Next Summer
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Executives at PJM Interconnect see potential problems if power line in Delaware Water Gap remains unfinished.
- »Utility Files to Build Refueling Stations for Natural Gas Vehicles
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New Jersey Natural Gas asks regulators to approve a $15 million plan for compressed natural gas infrastructure.
- »Fine Print: New Jersey’s Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program
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State Department of Environmental Protection introduces licensed third-party professionals into its cleanup and remediation projects.
- »Federal Agency Agrees to Reconsider NJ Power Plant Plan
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State officials aggressively explore ways to build three natural gas-fired power plants to ease New Jersey's congestion problems and capacity crunch.
»Your Clean Energy Funds at Work-
Gov. Christie diverted $42.5 million in clean energy funds to keep the lights on in Trenton, and another $160 million to help balance the budget. Some powerful Democrats have had enough.
- »Opponents Call for Fracking Ban, Even with No Natural Gas Drilling in New Jersey
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The goal: send a strong message to neighboring states to suspend hydraulic fracturing until it can be evaluated.
»Can New Jersey Afford to Be the Offshore Wind State?-
Nearly a dozen developers are interested in building offshore wind farms. But "Big Wind" will have a big price tag; subsidies could cost consumers $5 billion or more.
- »Survey Confirms that New Jersey is a Solar Power
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Two Garden State utilities finish in the top 10 nationwide when it comes to adding solar capacity.
- »Energy Master Plan Favors Increasing and Extending NJ's Natural Gas Pipelines
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According to the plan, expanding the state's natural gas infrastructure will lower heating costs and reduce electric bills.
- »Revamped Energy Master Plan Casts Shadow on Solar
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Gov. Christie dismisses aggressive renewable energy targets as "pie in the sky," calls for more nuclear and more natural gas power plants.
- »Democrats to Christie: "Hands Off Clean Energy Funds"
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Proposed law would prevent the governor from diverting clean energy funds to plug holes in the budget.
- »PSEG Close to Renewing Operating Licenses at Salem Nuclear Facilities
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Federal advisory committee concludes that Salem plants are good for another 20 years.
- »The Delaware Estuary: By The Numbers
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A recent report puts a value on the Delaware Estuary -- using a wide variety of measures.
»State Runs Out of Money to Remediate Contaminated Waste Sites-
DEP stops accepting cleanup applications, asks lawmakers to add $10 million appropriation to budget.
- »Lower Natural Gas Tariffs Also Mean Cheaper Electricity
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Residential ratepayers could see gas bills drop by as much as 9 percent, while electricity prices could ease by 4 percent.
- »Natural Gas Company Launches Solar Subsidiary
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NJR Clean Energy Ventures furnishes upfront financing for residential and business solar systems.
- »Governor Ignores Transportation in Greenhouse Gas Calculations
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State DEP says sector accounted for 40 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions in 2008.
»Gov. Christie Abandons Regional Clean Air Initiative-
Despite his newfound belief in climate change, governor pulls New Jersey out of coalition to curb greenhouse gas emissions.
- »Fine Print: Regulated and Deregulated Power Markets
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Assessing the arguments in "Retail Electric Rates in Deregulated and Regulated States: 2010 Update" by the American Public Power Association.
- »State Establishes $3 Million Fund to Bankroll Combined Heat and Power Projects
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Funding will enable colleges and state agencies to save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- »Environmentalists Unhappy With Highlands Council New Members
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Newcomers and pending nominees could undermine efforts to protect the region, conservationists argue.
- »Federal Agency Says Offshore Developer Can Charge Consumers Before It Delivers Power
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Special incentives granted to Atlantic Wind Connection to help underwater transmission system attract financing.
- »New Jersey's Clean Energy By the Numbers
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The New Jersey Renewable Portfolio Standard 2010 annual report.
»Combined Heat and Power, the Latest Energy Providers to Want State Incentives-
The goal, for developers, would be to lock the state into building a set amount of CHP each year.
- »Prices for Solar Certificates Plummet -- but Why?
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Some analysts see a much-needed market correction, others worry about an ugly crash.
- »New Delays in Highlands Power Line Could Drive Up Congestion, Prices
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National Park Service review of project could end up costing consumers $400 million, maybe more.
- »Oyster Creek Nuclear Plant is Here to Stay, Federal Agency Rules
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Federal court rules to dismiss challenges to the oldest nuclear plant in the United States.
- »Another No-Show for Much-Delayed Energy Master Plan
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Japanese nuclear disaster, struggles to build in-state power plants, are likely behind the latest setback.
- »Why Is it So Tough to Build New Power Plants in New Jersey?
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Frustrated Board of Public Utilities opts to investigate rules and policies that may be slowing the development of new generating capacity.
- »Package of Bills Would Start to Spend Down Open Space Bond Issue
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Broadly backed bills would develop new parks in urban areas, fund waterfront improvement projects.
- »Governor Christie to Talk Global Climate Change with Scientists
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Governor tells NJ Environmental Federation his original doubts were due to not having a "fully formed opinion."
»D&R Canal Commission Doesn't Plan to Go Quietly -- or at All-
Low-profile state agency resolves to fight administration's recommendation to abolish it.
- »Federal Policy Could Bring Blackouts and Brownouts to New Jersey, BPU Warns
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Without new ratepayer-subsidized power plants, state continues to face a capacity crunch.
- »Upgrading the High-Voltage Grid Could Serve as Economic Stimulus Package, Report Says
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Increased capacity could spur new jobs, report asserts, as well as drive down the cost of power in congested regions.
»Energy Efficiency Programs Benefit New Jersey Hospitals-
State's biggest utility is pushing customers that use large amounts of energy to cut costs by conserving gas and electricity.
- »Americans for Prosperity Claims Greenhouse Gas Initiative Will Drive up Cost of Electricity
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Aggressive radio and TV campaigns target greenhouse gas initiative, repeal effort could be gaining traction.
»State Argues that PSE&G Doesn't Qualify for Special Incentives-
New Jersey's largest electric utility wants to start charging customers before work has begun on transmission project, along with other incentives.
»State Launches Criminal Probe into Weatherization Program-
Audit reveals agency can't account for $600,000, used state and federal funds for country club dues.
- »Administration Hints at Plan to Put State Parks in the Black
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DEP Commissioner Bob Martin says sustainable financing would avoid annual threat of shutdowns.
»Yet Another Roadblock for New Jersey's Three New Power Plants-
The state's four electric utilities claim to have signed "under protest" capacity contracts with new power suppliers.
- »Offshore Wind Won't Overpower the Regional Power Grid
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A reliable grid should be good news for New Jersey and other states, since it means they won't have to shell out for major upgrades.
- »New Jersey Saltwater Anglers Can Now Fish for Free
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The state's new web-based registry eliminates licensing fees and helps with fishery management.
- »The High Cost and Headaches of Getting on the Power Grid
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An arcane, uncertain approvals process is partly to blame for NJ's dearth of new power plants.
»Subdividing the Ocean-
Federal government to give offshore wind developers a chance to bid on lease blocks located off the New Jersey coast.
»What Are Gov. Christie's Plans for the Highlands?-
The administration's latest appointee to the Highlands Council is "diametrically opposed" to the Highland protection act.
- »Delaware and Raritan Canal Commission Down to One Employee
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Commission is one of more than 60 agencies targeted for elimination by Christie administration.
- »State Vows to Take Fight for New Power Plants to U.S. Supreme Court
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The Board of Public Utilities also announces a formal hearing into why deregulated energy industry has yielded no new power plants.
- »BPU Issues Written Order Explaining a $2.9 Billion Decision
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It took the state agency almost a year to issue an explanation of why it denied a request to recoup stranded costs.
»Power Suppliers Press Ahead With New Plants, Despite Federal Agency's Impediments-
NRG Energy and Hess Newark move forward with gas-fired generating facilities in Old Bridge and Newark.
- »Does Energy Efficiency Make It Tough for Utilities to Afford Upgrades?
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The old business model is based on delivering more. What happens when consumers use less?
»Can New Jersey Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions if the Nation Backs away from Nuclear?-
Tough choices and tough questions set the tone at Board of Public Utilities anniversary meeting.
- »State Puts Onshore Wind Program Back in Business
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Report determines that safety is not an issue for most wind turbine vendors operating in New Jersey.
- »The Slightly Higher Cost of Meeting NJ's Aggressive Solar Goals
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A total of $122 million buys a banner year, with a record 132 megawatts tied into the grid.
- »Department of Community Affairs Flunks State Audit -- Again
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Third audit of DCA's troubled weatherization program reveals new abuses and improprieties.
- »Japanese Nuclear Disaster Touches Princeton-Based NRG Energy
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New Jersey energy company cuts short plans to build two reactors at south Texas site.
»New Jersey Consumers Can Choose Cheaper Power-
With some 50 suppliers out to make deals, it's no wonder that more than 250,000 electric customers have already switched power companies.
- »Investment Firm Makes Lowball Offer for PSEG Stock
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Can TRC Capital pick up PSEG shares at $1.00 off their closing price?
- »New Jersey Seeks to Limit Number of Fracking Sites
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State Department of Environmental Protection wants no more than 300 wells in Delaware River watershed once moratorium is lifted.
- »Business Community Favors DEP Decision to Waive Certain Rules
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In rare show of unity, environmentalists condemn agency decision to make it easier to sidestep regulations.
»Federal Agency Pulls Plug on New Power Plants for NJ-
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission scuttles plan to lower consumer electric bills by building three new plants.
- »State Agency Pushes Back Deadline for Cleaner Fuel Oil
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Department of Environmental Protection waives requirement for lower sulfur content in home heating oil.
- »Industry Spotlight: PJM Interconnection
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Congestion on the regional power grid, which PJM Interconnection owns and operates, costs New Jersey consumers more than $1 billion a year.
- »Environmentalists Urge Christie to Back the Ban on "Fracking"
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Conservation groups want to see moratorium extended on use of hydraulic fracturing to drill for natural gas.
- »Towns, Hospitals and Multifamily Rentals Could Benefit from PSE&G Energy Efficiency Program
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Utility seeks Board of Public Utilities approval for $105 million project to help customers cut their energy use.
- »State Issues First Permits for Offshore Wind Farm
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Fishermen's Energy obtains three key permits to build six-turbine wind farm off Atlantic City.
- »Federal Proposal Could Raise Cooling Towers at Salem Nuclear Site
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Draft rule aims to reduce fish kills at factories and power plants across the country.
- »New Jersey Forces Pennsylvania Power Plant to Clean Up its Act
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In filing with federal EPA, state pushes for PA plant to dramatically reduce dangerous emissions.
»Garden State's Green Acres Program Is in the Money-
State plans to appropriate $150 million annually over next few years to fund the popular initiative.
- »New Jersey Petition May Ease Airborne Pollution from Pennsylvania Power Plant
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EPA proposes plan that to require Pennsylvania plant to reduce sulfur dioxide omissions by 80 percent over three years.
- »Underwater Transmission System Slated to Start Off New Jersey Coast
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Backers of $5 billion project cite state's efficient and economical wind resources as part of reason for their decision.
- »State Agency Eases the Regulations Governing Verizon
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The Board of Public Utilities may strip away more telecom rules next year.
»Burgeoning Solar Sector Helps Push Down Clean Energy Costs-
Record number of participants sign on for utility-sponsored solar installation program.
»State Gives Three Developers the Go-Ahead to Build New Power Plants-
Competitive Power Ventures, Hess and NRG Energy get the nod, but challenges in Federal court raise questions as to whether the plants will ever be built.
- »Fine Print: S-2126
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Measure allows solar systems and wind projects to be built on wasteland in the Pinelands and elsewhere.
»In New Jersey, Waterfront Access Continues to Breed Controversy-
Proposed revisions to DEP regulations have many in the business and environmental community sharply divided.
- »Task Force to Assess All Aspects of NJ's Nuclear Facilities
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State Department of Environmental Protections seeks to discover early lessons from Japanese nuclear disaster.
- »New Jersey Lawmakers Continue to Pursue Green and Clean Technologies
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Wave power and smart grids are just two of the technologies discussed at Assembly hearing on alternative energy.
- »State Shuts Down Onshore Wind Turbine Program After Major Malfunction
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All three blades break free of newly installed turbine in what is labeled an "abnormal occurrence."
- »Wet March Helps Ease the Threat of Summer Drought
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Above-normal rain and snow in March has filled northern New Jersey's reservoirs at or near capacity.
- »Tennessee Gas Pipeline Northeast Upgrade Project
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Proposed 41-mile pipeline expansion would cut through two state parks and a wildlife management area in the Highlands.
»In Wake of Japanese Nuclear Disaster, NRC Questioned About Oyster Creek Relicensing-
Letter from U.S. Court of Appeals to federal agency seen as a significant step by environmentalists.
»New Power Plants Could Save Customers $2 Billion over 15 Years, Consultant Reports-
The controversy over three heavily subsidized power plants continues, as critics argue they will cause prices to spike not fall.
- »Consumers Could Pay $400 Million to Keep Old Power Plant in Service
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Reliability Must Run contracts keep aging, inefficient plants on the grid -- for a price.
- »Energy Master Plan Delayed Yet Again
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Some suggest that holdup is due to administration's unhappiness with the plan as it stands.
- »PSE&G Proposes Second Major Expansion to Its Transmission System
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High-voltage line would stretch 35 miles and pass through 15 towns in five counties.
- »Water Surcharge Would Help Utilities Speed Infrastructure Improvements
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Industrial-strength water users say state surcharge is just a tax by another name.
»BPU Approves Only Three Suppliers for Subsidies, Developer That Pushed Hardest Is Not on the List-
Despite an early jump on the competition, LS Power's proposed West Deptford plant didn't make the cut.
- »Fine Print: Connecticut vs. American Power
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The Christie administration backs out of a regional effort to force some of the largest utilities in the U.S. to cut greenhouse gases.
- »Say "So Long" to Telecom Regulations?
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By the end of the month, New Jersey's telecom and cable companies could be completely deregulated, a prospect that has consumer advocates unhappy and uncertain.
- »Lawmakers Declare New Jersey a No-Fracking Zone
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Bill outlawing hydraulic fracturing meant to send a clear message to Christie administration and Pennsylvania officials.
- »DEP Looks to Loosen Environmental Regulations
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By waiving "unduly burdensome" rules, agency hopes to make NJ more business friendly.
»Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Vehicles: the Alternative, Alternative Technology-
A company in New Jersey is betting that hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles can give plug-in electrics a run for the money.
- »Bill Would Benefit Solar Installers That Buy Panels in New Jersey
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By lending a helping hand to local solar companies, an Assembly committee hopes to encourage a thriving green economy.
- »Assembly Committee Seeks to Stop Hydraulic Fracturing Before It Can Start
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Fracking can deliver cheap natural gas, but how high is the environmental cost?
- »Court OK's Raid on New Jersey Clean Energy Fund
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Appeals court upholds diversion of $158 million to plug hole in this year's state budget.
- »Power Companies Contend for Lucrative State Subsidies
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Subsidized capacity will drive down the high electric prices that hurt businesses and consumers, advocates argue.
- »What's in the Plans at PSEG Power?
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President Bill Levis talks ratepayer subsidies, new capacity, peaking units and problems with synching up power generation and transmission.
- »Can Clean Energy Shut Down Coal-Fired Power Plants?
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Sierra Club report suggests increasing reliance on renewables and cutting power consumption can shut down dozens of coal plants.
- »One Transmission Line Scratched, Conservationists Hope for Highlands Cancellation
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Opponents of power line through heart of NJ Highlands take heart from suspension of similar project.
»LS Power Wants to Keep Financial Data Secret from State Regulators-
Power company looks to qualify for ratepayer subsidy without surrendering key financial data to Board of Public Utilities.
- »Agency Rules on Hydraulic Fracturing Anger Supporters and Foes
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By regulating "fracking," Delaware River Basin Commission hopes to protect drinking water for 15 million people.
- »Princeton Company Bets on Electric Car to Help Jump Start Green Economy
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If gas goes to $4.00 a gallon at the pump, Americans may quickly change their opinion of electric vehicles.
- »Power Company Challenges Pilot Program Even While
Participating in It
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PSEG signs up for lucrative subsidies but mounts legal challenge to program that awards them.
- »Offshore Wind Transmission System Raises Red Flag at State Agencies
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State officials worry that Atlantic Wind Connection's underwater backbone could spike already high power prices.
- »Message to Offshore Wind Developers: Think Bigger
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Participants at NJ Spotlight's Offshore Wind Roundtable stress the economies and advantages of scale.
- »Legislature Looks to Deregulate Telecom and Cable Companies
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Critics argue that overhauling regulations could leave consumers without basic service, public access, and protection.
- »BPU Frees Up $25 Million to Help Needy Households Pay Their Utility Bills
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More than a year after the money was allocated, funds will soon be available for households seeking temporary assistance.
- »Fine Print: S-246
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The legislation looks to prohibit the improper disposal of prescription medication in New Jersey waterways.
- »Bill to Push Electric Vehicles Stuck in the Slow Lane
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Concerns about costs delay Senate measure that would deploy charging systems for plug-in electric vehicles.
- »Bill Would Let Towns Band Together to Buy Wholesale Power
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Shared-services energy companies could mean cheaper electricity for consumers.
»BPU Looks to Balance Subsidies Against Savings-
The state board moves to ensure that customer subsidies to power companies are more than offset by savings to consumers.
- »State Adopts Preliminary Rules to Govern Offshore Wind Market
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To gain approval, offshore wind projects must demonstrate a positive net impact on New Jersey's economy.
- »Consumers Get a (Small) Break on Their Electric Bills
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Falling natural gas prices and a still-sluggish economy mean most consumers will pay less for power.
- »Developer Considers Building 1,000-Megawatt Offshore Wind Farm
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Garden State Offshore Energy may triple the size of its proposed project, if new offshore wind regulations permit it to scale up.
»No Rate Relief in Sight for NJ Power Customers-
Federal court dismisses challenge to pricing system that costs electric consumers as much as $1.9 billion a year.
- »Governor Christie Vetos Offshore Port and Pipeline
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Governor blocks the building of a liquefied natural gas facility 16 miles off Asbury Park.
- »New Jersey Coastal Waters Designated Wind Energy Areas
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Federal program should speed approval process of offshore wind farms, also reserves $50 million in funding to help defray deployment costs.
- »BPU Asked to Reopen Two Controversial Cases
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Opponents want state agency to reconsider Highlands transmission line and dismissal of a case involving billions in so-called stranded costs.
»Coming to a Shopping Center Near You -- Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles-
Assembly committee votes out a five-bill package aimed at building an infrastructure for electric vehicles and attracting green jobs to the Garden State.
- »New Jersey Consumers Could See Slightly Lower Electric Bills
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If power prices stay flat or take a small dip, as most experts expect, residential customers could be paying a little bit less for electricity.
- »Industry Group Challenges New Law Guaranteeing Power Plant Subsidies
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Coalition of energy suppliers mounts federal challenge of newly signed NJ law that ensures customer subsidies for power plant development.
- »Fine Print: S-2610
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Bill would ban the use of dangerous pesticides where kids congregate -- schools, daycare centers, playgrounds and parks.
- »New Bill Would Ensure the State Is Compensated Fairly for Leased Land
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Senate committee takes up legislation that would help make sure the private sector pays fair market value when leasing public land.
- »Christie Administration Quietly Signs Controversial Ratepayer-Subsidy Bill
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Heated debate continues, will new law save or cost consumers billions of dollars.
- »Making It Easier for Consumers to Comparison Shop for Electricity
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Trade group looks to revise "price-to-compare" system that helps customers make informed choices about independent power suppliers.
- »State Acts on Merger of FirstEnergy and Allegheny Energy
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Settlement stipulates $13 million in cost reductions for customers of Jersey Central Power & Light.
- »PSEG to Christie Administration: Stay the Solar Course
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Power company's top executive acknowledges solar energy is more expensive than fossil fuels but urges state to stick to its ambitious solar schedule.
- »Upper Raritan River Comes Back to Life
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State DEP to take out three dams, open up river to spawning fish for first time in a century.
- »Wall Street Firm Expects to See Power Plant Construction Bill Overturned
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Investment company dismisses the impact of bitterly contested bill on PSEG and other energy suppliers.
- »Developers of Underwater Transmission System Seek Special Incentive Rates
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Backers of a $5 billion scheme to link offshore wind farms are looking to the government to help finance the venture.
»Assembly Committee Rescinds Tough Anti-Smog Regulation-
Rule aiming to cap pollution from petrochemical storage tanks found inconsistent with earlier laws.
- »Agency Wants Water Companies to Recover Repair Costs More Quickly
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The BPU estimates that upgrading NJ's aging water infrastructure will cost residential customers $2.00 a month.
- »NJ Solar Switch Maker Wins $1.1 Million Award
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Family-Run Olson Motor & Control Gets Big Boost from New Jersey Clean Energy Manufacturing Fund.
»State Agency Votes to Intervene in Federal Rate Case for Major Pipeline Company-
BPU wants to block a requested 60 percent increase in cost of delivering natural gas from the Gulf of Mexico to the Northeast.
- »Community Solar Finds a Home
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While the legislature sweats the details of a community-wide solar bill, a NJ vendor has put together a smart, scaled-down program.
- »PSEG Power Sells Off Texas Facilities
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PSEG nets nearly $700 million in sale of two 1,000-megawatt gas-fired power plants.
- »State Agency Partners with Conservation Group for Park Programs
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DEP partnership in three New Jersey parks has some environmentalists worried about privatization.
- »Amended Solar Bill Worries Small Solar Firms
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Small solar companies argue that legislation aimed at promoting solar power could freeze them out of the market.
- »Christie Identifies State Worker Pensions as a Top Priority in First State of the State Address
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Governor draws sharp rebuke from Senate president for his plan to fix the public employee benefit system.
- »Fine Print: Assembly Bill A-2215
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This bill would help curb greenhouse gas emissions by offering financial incentives to builders of sustainable structures.
- »Controversial Ratepayer-Subsidy Bill Passes Both Houses
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No agreement on whether having ratepayers subsidize new power plants will save customers billions or cost them billions.
- »Bills Streamline the Way Business Gets Done in the Garden State
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Both houses easily vote out a package of bills that cuts down on red tape and eases up on rules and regulations governing NJ businesses.
»Pending Bills Pit Business Interests Against Environmentalists-
Four-bill package enjoys bipartisan support, but conservationists warn it will undercut environmental regulations.
- »Amended Bill Boosts Number of New Power Plants Eligible for Customer Subsidies
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Attempt to encourage new generating capacity and ease congestion on grid is bitterly opposed by some power suppliers, who could see revenues take a sharp drop.
- »NJ Municipalities Cash In On Energy Efficiency
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Federal stimulus funds help local governments cut costs by cutting energy usage.
- »BPU Plans Hearings on New Power Plants
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The Christie administration wants a say in how new generation plants are attracted to New Jersey.
- »In New Year, Christie Administration Faces Critical Decisions on Energy and Environment
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Over the next few months the administration will address renewables, ratepayer subsidies and gas-fired power plants -- and face a potential showdown over the future of the New Jersey Highlands.
»Winter Reading Series: Nuclear Power-
Adding generation capacity is critical to New Jersey's future, but what role will nuclear energy play in this push for more power?
»Winter Reading Series: Jersey Shore-
What steps are being taken to restore and protect Barnegat Bay and other environmentally fragile areas along the New Jersey shore?
- »Fine Print: Senate Bill S-2371
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Would require solar projects to be funded by long-term contracts to purchase SRECs rather than buying and selling them on the spot market -- potentially driving down prices.
- »Giving Energy Efficiency the Force of Law
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A bill pending in the Assembly would create energy-efficiency surcharges to help curb NJ's ever-growing appetite for power.
- »Locking In Ratepayers, Locking Out Savings?
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A trio of decades-old contracts force customers to pay more for power than they would on the open market.
»Controversial Ratepayer-Subsidy Bill Clears Assembly Committee-
Legislation aims to add much-needed capacity, opponents argue it could actually drive power prices higher in the long term.
- »Fine Print: Senate Bill S-2014
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Proposed legislation would make it possible to alter regulations once they've been adopted, without starting the entire rulemaking procedure from the beginning.
- »No Cooling Towers for Barnegat Bay, State Says
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Environmentalists say DEP decision will have ripple effect far beyond Oyster Creek nuclear plant.
»No Refunds, No Rate Adjustments for PSE&G and PSEG Power-
Despite what some say are hundreds of millions in skipped surcharges, Newark utility and its affiliate are unlikely to be disciplined by the BPU.
- »Tough New Anti-Pollution Bill Restricts Fertilizer Use
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Originally crafted for Barnegat Bay, newly ratified environmental legislation limits nitrogen and phosphorous runoff throughout the state.
- »Princeton-Based Solar Shop Has Big Plans for New Mexico
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NRG Energy moves into new territory with planned $21 million solar facility.
»Christie Administration Releases Far-Reaching Plan to Restore Barnegat Bay-
Comprehensive blueprint includes shutting down Oyster Creek nuclear plant by end of decade
- »Bill to Subsidize Power Plants Proves Elusive
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Legislation stalls in committee, advocates argue that ratepayer financing would be offset by lower energy costs.
»State Moves to Block PSE&G from Profiting from Federal Rate Incentives-
Federal program could boost utility's return on investment on four transmission projects worth $1.6 billion.
- »Rutgers' Scientists Challenge Christie's Skepticism on Climate Change
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Environmentalists organize forum on global warming, worried that NJ may back away from commitment to clean energy.
- »BPU Won't Sign Off On Contracts Between Utility and Power Suppliers
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Agreements with cogeneration plants could boost customer charges by more than 5 percent.
»State Agency Orders Utilities to Assess Contact Voltage Threats-
Board of Public Utilities tells state power companies to determine if contact voltage presents a danger in NJ.
- »Two New Bills Enlist Powerful State Agencies to Help Clean Up Barnegat Bay
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Legislation is part of multi-bill package that includes country's toughest law on fertilizer run-off.
- »Fine Print: Senate Bill S-2381
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Backers say bill would add power capacity. Critics dismiss the measure as a sweetheart deal.
- »Who Pays the SBC?
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The Board of Public Utilities is looking into exempting certain companies from paying the societal benefits charge and other surcharges.
»PSE&G In Private Talks About Increasing Solar Capacity-
The state's largest utility has approached the BPU about an $800 million program to build large solar arrays on landfills and brownfields.
- »NJ Poised to Be Powerhouse in Offshore Wind Energy, Report Says
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A new environmental assessment says deployment obstacles are political not technological.
»Senate Measure Aims to Reduce the Price of Solar Systems-
Long-term contracts, proponents say, are the key to driving down cost of solar energy.
- »NRG Energy Moves Ahead with Nuclear Plans
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Princeton-based independent power supplier inks deal with new consortium to build nuclear generating plants.
- »Reduced Red Tape Could Put Wind Farms Offshore Sooner than Expected
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Federal Department of Interior revises offshore wind-leasing program for faster permitting.
»BPU Pressures Gas Utilities to Upgrade Aging Infrastructure-
Ramping up infrastructure investments could help prevent problems before they occur and give the state's sluggish economy a boost.
- »Controversial Energy Bill Clears Senate
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Legislation could drive up consumer electric bills by subsidizing the cost of building power plants.
»Senate Bill Could Leave Power Customers on the Hook for More Than $1 Billion-
Pending legislation hopes to spur new power plant construction, financed by revenue stream from consumers and businesses.
- »Fueling Up for the Future
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NRG Energy rolls out plans for the first plug-in vehicle-charging infrastructure to be deployed in a municipal area.
- »Christie Administration Moves to Block Offshore Pipeline
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In a rare moment of accord, both the governor and most environmental groups oppose offshore liquefied natural gas facility.
- »New Energy Storage and Grid Technologies Essential to Renewables, Report Says
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Scientists say this is the time to start integrating renewable energy into the nation's long-distance transmission grid.
»Supersized Solar Farm Planned for Pinelands Landfill-
Deal with South Jersey solar developer will help identify 'unclosed' landfills still leaching pollutants into Pinelands' groundwater.
- »Another Bill to Restore Barnegat Bay
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Proposed legislation would require state agencies to take more aggressive steps to prevent pollution from flowing into estuary.
- »Bill Would Subsidize New Power Plants, Lock Ratepayers into Long-Term Contracts
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Advocates argue proposed legislation would deliver much-needed incentives. Critics call it a sweetheart deal.
- »Department of Community Affairs Audit Reveals Problems and Irregularities
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Ineffective management, incomplete inspections and $27 light bulbs are just a few of the audit's findings.
- »BPU Maintains Traditional Auction System for State Electric Utilities
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The Board of Public Utilities stays with a system that helps prevent big spikes in electric bills, especially when natural gas prices soar.
- »BPU Takes First Steps Toward Distributing $25 Million in Energy Assistance Funds
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Frustrated critics complain about agency's slow pace in getting the program off the ground.
- »Pushing the Board of Public Utilities to Lower Energy Surcharge
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Rate Counsel argues that keeping better track of projected costs of clean energy could help lower ratepayers' electric bills.
- »PSE&G Prevented from Sharing Customer Data with Credit Agency
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Division of Rate Counsel moves to stop utility from reporting customer payment history to Experian.
- »Proposed Law Would Require BPU to Shed Light on its Decisions
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According to a proposed measure, the BPU must follow up decisions with a written statement in two weeks -- or the order is void.
- »Keeping the Cost of Offshore Wind in Check
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The Division of Rate Counsel wants to block any project that would boost consumer electric bills by more than 2.5 percent.
»PSE&G Wants to Transform Transportation System to Electric Infrastructure-
A green infrastructure will move more than electric vehicles, it will move consumers from fossil fuels to clean energy.
- »Spotlight: Solar Farmer
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Sixth-generation farmer Ronny Lee is an early adopter of a solar system for Lee Turkey Farm.
- »Will Republican Wins Put a Damper on New Jersey's Aggressive Clean Energy Goals?
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Some environmentalists worry that election results will slow efforts to curb global warming.
- »Fine Print: PSEG Capital Spending Plan 2010-2013
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PSEG earning call makes clear its commitment to controversial Highlands transmission line.
»BPU Weighing Whether to Waive Societal Benefits Charge-
Power producers argue that dropping various surcharges could give them a competitive edge over out-of-state suppliers -- and the same advantage as PSEG.
- »BPU Proposal Could Spur Investment in State's Aging Water System
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BPU plan would let water companies raise rates using a percentage cap rather than traditional oversight mechanisms.
- »Third-Party Power Suppliers Challenge Incumbents for Customers
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Independent power suppliers are asking the BPU to rewrite the rules to make it easier for them to sign new customers.
- »BPU President Paints Broad Picture of NJ’s Energy Future
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In a wide-ranging talk, Lee Solomon touches on the Energy Master Plan, aggressive targets for renewable energy and a controversial surcharge -- among other topics.
- »Statewide Drought Watch Lifted
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Consistent rainfall in October eases drought conditions in most of the state.
- »Will Green Vote Aid Embattled Incumbents?
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A pair of Democratic congressman pick up endorsements from New Jersey’s foremost environmental organizations
- »Assembly Redefines Renewable Energy
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Despite stiff opposition by environmental groups, the Assembly expands clean energy to include trash incinerators, clean coal plants and other technologies.
- »PSEG Nuclear One Step Closer to Renewing Licenses for South Jersey Nuclear Plants
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Nuclear Regulatory Commission issues draft Environmental Impact Statements, public hearings scheduled for next month.
- »BPU Seeks to Intervene in Case Before Federal Agency
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PSEG subsidiaries want to recover more than $60 Million in projected upgrades from PJM Interconnect.
»Newark School System Partners with PSE&G to Create Green Curriculum-
As four solar installations are deployed to four schools, Newark announces Green Energy Education for high school students.
- »In Chilly Economic Climate, BPU Puts More Money into Low-Income Energy Assistance
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Number of households enrolled in board's Universal Service Fund crosses 200,000 for first time.
- »Offshore Wind and Solar Power Could Cost NJ $5 Billion in Subsidies Over Next 20 Years
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New Jersey moves to create a program that will put it out in front of the nascent offshore wind industry.
- »Complex Community Solar Bill Back in Committee -- Again
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One thing hasn't changed about the much debated solar power measure, its original backers will not support it.
»Administration Aggressively Pursues Privatized Site Cleanup-
State DEP calls progress ‘amazing’ but environmentalists are far more doubtful.
- »Administration's Attempt to Promote Privatization Studied By Assembly Committee
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Stealth RFP continues to draw fire from lawmakers and environmentalists.
- »Will Wall Street Get Behind Offshore Wind?
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A new law enables the BPU to craft a financial framework that encourages banks to invest in NJ’s offshore wind-farm projects.
- »New Jersey’s Aging Water Infrastructure Needs More than a Patch
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The average life of pipe is 50 years, while some of the Garden State’s water systems have passed the century mark.
- »$5 Billion Plan to Build First Offshore Power Transmission System
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Some offshore wind players argue a big-ticket transmission backbone would only drive up the cost of delivering power to customers.
- »Fine Print: Department of Environmental Protection Transformation Plan
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Commissoner Bob Martin has a plan for fixing the DEP. But what will it mean to conservationists?
»BPU Considers Rolling Back Or Ruling Out Surcharges Paid By Big Businesses and Academic Institutions-
Some large energy users claim they shell out more for surcharges than they actually pay for power.
- »Small Businesses Should See Lower Electric Bills Next Year
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BPU discards surcharge meant to encourage businesses to shop around for power.
- »Rutgers Gets $2 Million to Develop 3-D Offshore Wind Map
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BPU grant comes as commercial offshore wind developers are starting to launch feasibility studies.
- »Administration Diverted Nearly $400 Million into Transportation Fund in Past Year
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Borrowing has become business as usual as administration goes from one budget crisis to next.
- »Energy-from-Waste Facility Agrees to Clean Up its Act
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Covanta Energy pledges to deploy new air pollution gear to limit emissions of nitrogen oxide, a cause of smog in summer.
- »Fine Print: S-2231
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An amendment to the recent Offshore Wind Economic Development Act, S-2231 would help the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey attract a qualified wind turbine manufacturer.
- »Christie Administration Green-Lights Controversial Highlands Gas Pipeline -- Again
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Environmental groups warn of degraded water quality and invasive species in undeveloped Newark watershed forest.
»Conservationists worry that administration is rewriting environmental rules without public comment-
Some environmentalists claim DEP deliberately stashed stormwater runoff document on obscure website.
- »Putting Barnegat Bay on a ‘Pollution Diet’
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State senator wants the EPA to get involved in the ongoing struggle to save Barnegat Bay.
- »No Agreement on DEP's New Office of Dispute Resolution
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Some environmentalists worry that new office will repeat failings of Whitman-era precursor.
- »Stay the Course, Advocates Argue, on NJ’s Aggressive Clean Energy Goals
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At final public stakeholder hearing on Energy Master Plan, state urged to maintain or increase clean energy commitments.
- »Should Ratepayers Pick Up the Tab for Energy Efficiency?
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Lawmakers ponder a bill that would reward energy efficiency but could end up forcing consumers to subsidize new technologies.
- »Controversial Highlands Transmission Line, a ‘Superhighway’ to Deliver Low-Cost Power?
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Opponents point to conference transcript, arguing that power grid reliability is a smoke screen.
- »Proposed Bill Would Ease SBC Surcharges for Commercial Customers
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Legislation would establish clean energy credit to be applied against societal benefits charge.
- »BPU Relocation Plans Questioned
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The Board of Public Utilities proposed move from Newark to Trenton runs into stiff opposition.
»Sleek, Streamlined and Electric-
A new breed of electric vehicles is on the way that may change everyone's idea of what the future will look like.
- »Proposed Agency Budget Could Cast Shadow on Solar Industry
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Office of Clean Energy proposal would leave just $3 million for solar programs.
- »NJ White Pages Goes Way of Other Dinosaurs
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Verizon successfully petitions state Board of Public Utilities to stop delivering massive, though typically unopened, White Pages directory.
»Winter Looks Good for Natural Gas Customers-
Vast reservoirs of natural gas newly discovered in Marcellus Shale help drive prices down.
- »Economic Grant Program Proves Easily Exploited
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Subsidies supposedly restricted to redeveloping blighted areas can actually be used in 80 percent of the state's municipalities.
»New Rules for Coastal Wind Farms Further Divide NJ Environmental Community-
Strict regulations barring wind turbines from coastal waters encourage conservationists, alienate clean-energy advocates.
- »Solar Bill Too Costly, Complicated for Former Backers
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One-time supporters are backing away from a community solar-project bill they say adds unneeded subsidies and is too complex for small solar contractors.
- »CHP Slowly Picks Up Steam
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Administration makes up to $18 million available for combined heat and power, less than half the $48 million originally allocated.
- »Tax Exemption Could Cut Manufacturers’ Energy Bills by 10 Percent
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Lawmakers craft tax-relief package, hoping to attract thousands of blue-collar jobs back to Garden State.
- »Proposed Pipeline Through Jersey City Sparks Protests
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A plan to extend a natural gas pipeline from New Jersey to New York has locals concerned about safety and health issues.
- »Curb Greenhouse Gases to Cure NJ’s Extreme Weather, Experts Say
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Record rainfalls, deadly storms and statewide drought help paint a graphic picture of Garden State’s extreme weather.
»Clean Water Advocates Petition DEP to Clean Up Contaminants-
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility want water systems to monitor potentially dangerous compounds and treat their drinking water.
- »BPU Breaks Down the Charges in Electric Bills
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Assessment identifies the lesser known costs comprising a typical customer’s rate.
- »Princeton Hospital Points to Future of Energy Use
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New medical center boasts its own power generation plant, promising reduced emissions and bills.
- »'Green' Report Explores Sustainable Economic Growth for the Garden State
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A sustainable green economy must meld consumer demand for new products and services and state and federal mandates crafted to support environmental goals.
- »Solar Battle Heats Up
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New Jersey has set aggressive goals for its solar industry. The question now is can it afford to meet them.
- »Christie Checklist Aimed at Helping Local Governments Keep Costs in Check
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Noncompliance with checklist will affect the amount of state aid municipalities receive.
- »Opposition to Unfunded State Mandates -- Local and Vocal
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Local officials make sure NJ lawmakers get the message, unfunded mandates drive up property taxes and make it tough on Garden State residents.
- »DEP Names Assistant Commissioner for Site Remediation
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David E. Sweeney to oversee new professional cleanup program and manage oversight of 20,000+ contaminated sites.
- »Wet Weather May Help NJ Avoid Drought Emergency
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The recent rainfall has replenished reservoirs, but environmentalists, DEP and water companies disagree on long-term health of water supply.
- »PA Petition -- Like NJ Initiative -- Seeks to Recover Billions in Stranded Charges
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Like their counterparts in New Jersey, consumer advocates in Pennsylvania are urging state regulators to decide if utilities overcharged customers.
»PSE&G Says Gas Contract Lowered Costs to Consumers-
Newark utility tells BPU that it saved consumers $32 million a year by not requiring affiliate to pay societal benefits charges.
- »State Policies and Programs Add 25 Percent to NJ Electrical Bills
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The Christie administration take a close look at the energy master plan with an eye to reducing ratepayer bills.
»Summer Reading Series: Smart Growth-
Gov. Christie been openly critical of smart-planning initiatives. When the legislature comes back in session, the same issues and arguments will likely come to the fore. This special editorial package will help you interpret what's being said and done.
»Summer Reading Series: Renewables-
The BPU is beginning to evaluate renewable energy programs to see which deliver the most for the money. This special editorial package can help you sort out the issues.
- »Summer Reading Series: Renewables
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What defines a renewable resource? When it comes to co-generation facilities, the state and environmentalists part ways. Dig into the definitions with this special editorial package.
- »Barnegat Bay Gets Boost From Package of Bills
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Pair of committees advances legislation addressing environmental threats to valuable watershed.
- »No Surprise, Summer Power Consumption Sets Records
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Suppliers keep up with demand, while debate heats up over need for Highlands transmission lines.
»BPU Struggles to Do More with Even Less-
Facing another year of scant funding, the BPU scrambles to retool an ambitious clean energy program that had plenty of cash before the budget crisis hit.
- »Taking Steps to Save Barnegat Bay
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Conservationists and advocates see hopeful signs of political will in proposed legislation aimed at limiting threats to ecosystem.
- »Cleaning Up or Shutting Down Older Power Plants Shouldn’t
Affect the Grid
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Report suggests that tough new environmental standards should not affect power producers' ability to keep the grid humming.
- »Trio of PSEG Affiliates Accused of Manipulating Wholesale Electricity Market
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Morris Energy Group files complaint with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission claiming affiliates discriminated against competitors, drove up consumer prices.
- »DEP to Examine 'Broken' Process of Leasing of State-Owned Property
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Commissioner calls for overhaul after approval of controversial Highlands lease and highly critical audit by OLS.
- »Utility-Run Solar Energy Program Yields Disappointing Results
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Higher prices on the spot market dissuade private solar suppliers from signing long-term contracts with large utilities.
- »Signs of NJ’s Energy Future Rise on Site of Industrial Past
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PSE&G converting once-contaminated location of coal-gas facility into 1.3-megawatt solar farm.
»Permit Delays Could Put Regional Grid at Risk-
Insiders worry that without timely construction of transmission line through Highlands, power reliability will be a major issue by 2012.
- »Life's A Beach, Then They Test the Water Quality
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New Jersey has dubious distinction of finishing 14th out of 30 states that monitor beach water
»Putting Public Parks in Private Hands-
The Christie administration says privatizing NJ’s parks can save millions. Critics counter that current lease arrangements are already costing the state money.
- »Richard J. Jackson Comes Aboard as NJ BPU Executive Director
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A long-time veteran of the gas industry, Jackson’s new responsibilities extend to electric and telecom, water, and cable television.
- »Failure of Federal Climate-Change Bill May Leave NJ at Competitive Disadvantage
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States that are not committed to clean energy and cap-and-trade programs may be in position to undersell NJ on the price of power.
- »Office of Smart Growth Not Smart Enough for Lt. Governor
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Christie administration renames beleaguered agency 'Office of Planning Advocacy,' puts it under Guadagno's control.
- »Midwest Wind Not Wanted in NJ
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Citing the prospect of higher bills, the state joins 10 others in opposing transmission lines that would bring wind-generated power eastward.
- »Newly Created Wind Coalition Hopes to Catch Washington’s Attention
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Four New Jersey offshore wind developers are among the founding members of a new alternative energy alliance.
»Bill Envisions Solar Farms on Leaking Landfills-
Advocates say abandoned dumps now leaching toxic materials into water supplies would make good sites for solar facilities -- even in Pinelands.
- »Against Backdrop of Gulf Oil Spill, State Senate Looks to Boost Liability to $1 Billion
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First increase in 34 years would affect some 300 companies working with petroleum products.
»State DEP Does 180 on Highlands Pipeline Lease-
State House Commission OKs a deal that allows 23-mile natural gas pipeline to cut through two state parks and a wildlife management area.
»Spotlight: Senate Committee Chairman-
Sen. Robert Smith heads up the critical Senate Environment and Energy Committee and helps keep the ‘garden’ in Garden State. When he’s not considering contaminants and clean water, he’s been known to relax with a friendly game of Texas Hold ‘Em.
- »Healthcare Exemption Good News for Local Governments
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With costs of healthcare rising, state lawmakers say they won’t count against 2 percent tax cap.
»Uneven Split for Clean Energy Funds in Business and Residential Sectors-
Dedicating more money to commercial energy-efficiency projects should help the Garden State meet the ambitious power reduction targets specified by the Master Plan.
»NJ Coal Plants Face Cleanups and Closures-
Pollution controls and move to natural gas promise reduced emissions and a potential gain for consumers.
- »NJ Residents Still Steering Clear of Clean Energy
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In spite of state’s best efforts, only a small percentage of electric customers pay the premium for wind, solar and hydro generation.
- »Reduce Energy Use, Not Cost, to Keep Businesses in New Jersey
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Task force re-evaluates Master Plan to help make sure state's power meets dual criteria: reasonable costs and renewable sources.
»State Spurns Proposed Gas Pipeline Lease, Citing Lowball Offer-
Conservationists help block a 23-mile natural gas pipeline, but the Statehouse Commission is expected to take up the issue again within 10 business days.
»Spotlight: NJ's Top Lobbyist-
For a decade-and-a-half, Dressel has been the lead lobbyist for the organization that represents New Jersey’s 566 municipalities, as well as 13,000 municipal officials.
- »Contaminant in New Jersey Drinking Water Linked to ADHD
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New study reveals relationship between slightly elevated levels of POFA and higher incidence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children.
- »Fine Print: Senate Bill 1411
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Sen. Robert Smith is looking to restrict the use of nitrogen-heavy fertilizers near bodies of water, helping to preserve fish and other aquatic life.
»Peak Demand Power, for a Price-
Good news: The Garden State's power grid can stand up to peak demand. Bad news: Keeping the lights on will cost consumers $5 billion over the next five years.
»Fiscal Crisis Quietly Claims Another Program: Auto Safety Inspections -
But critics say that the legislative measure, combined with a provision easing emissions testing, could worsen NJ's air pollution problems.
- »Offshore Wind Bill Sails Through the Legislature
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The administration, clean energy advocates, and offshore wind developers back a bill that could put wind farms off the New Jersey coast--and New Jersey out in front of a potentially lucrative green industry.
- »Shopping Around for Cheaper Power
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Almost 12 years after NJ deregulated its residential electricity market, new suppliers are discounting power prices by 15 percent.
- »Does Wind Power Mean Pricier Power?
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With the offshore wind bill poised to pass the senate, some lawmakers are raising concerns about cost to consumers.
- »Compromise Budget Fails to Restore Some $400 Million in Clean Energy Cuts
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Administration and Democratic legislators agree not to reinstate funds originally slated for solar and wind power programs.
- »Former Backers Flip-Flop On Solar Bill
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Legislation to promote community-wide solar projects passes senate, original advocates now say scaled-down bill will promote few, if any, installations.
»Offshore Wind Energy Gets Double-Barreled Boost-
Environmental study and senate bill could ease way for developers building wind-generation projects off NJ coast.
- »BPU Advised to Investigate Controversial Contract Between PSE&G and PSEG Power
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Administrative law court judge recommends state agency look closer at decade-old agreement.
- »Environmentalists Argue Against Bills That Would Streamline Regulatory Process
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Democratic legislators say proposed package of four bills would enhance state's business climate, while critics argue it would weaken environmental protection.
- »PSE&G Rate Request on Hold for Review of SBC Matter
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BPU likely to put off action until state Attorney General completes investigation of PSEG Power's skirting of fees.
- »Bill Would Allow Oil Customers to Tap Clean Energy Fund
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With more than $400 million already diverted from the fund, proposal to extend benefits sparks dispute.
- »Wind Power Bill Breezes Through Senate Committee
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Advocates hail proposed legislation as boon to green economy; opponents express concern about cost to ratepayers.
- »State Assembly Seeks to Expand Definition of Renewable Resources
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Combined heat and power facilities, small hydroelectric plants, and methane gas extracted from landfills would qualify as alternative energy sources under proposed legislation.
- »Utility Should Not Have Been Exempted From Fee, Says OLS
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Opinion on PSEG Power contends that ‘all’ gas and electric customers are subject to SBC.
»Spotlight: Oil Worker and Activist-
With 20 years in the oil industry, John Pajak knows safety is essential. The Teamsters board member and president of the New Jersey Work Environment Council has joined with 75 other organizations to make sure federal safety guidelines aren't rolled back in New Jersey.
- »BPU Dismisses Petition to Recoup $3 Billion in Stranded Costs from PSE&G
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Board of Public Utilities dismisses without comment three-year old petition against Newark utility stemming from alleged overcollection of stranded costs.
- »Proposed Bill Would Help Wind Turbines Turn A Profit
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New legislation would award offshore renewable energy certificates (ORECs) to owners of wind farms for each megawatt of electricity generated.
- »Bill Aims to Trim Upfront Costs of Residential Solar
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Proposed legislation would offset initial costs of solar installations, letting towns loan money to property owners that would be repaid via special tax assessments.
- »PSE&G Granted $100 Million Rate Hike, Socked with $122 Million in Refunds
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Ratepayer settlement awards Newark utility roughly half the increase it asked for. Separate settlement orders PSE&G to refund overcharges to customers.
»Proposed Solar Projects Pose Test for Grid, SREC Program-
NJ’s double-edged solar surge spurs clean-energy gains, spawns new debates.
»For NJ Environmentalists, A Disunited Front -
Can a newly revived League of Conservation Voters help heal the rifts in NJ's divided—and divisive—green community so it can speak with a single voice?
»Some Players See Solar Future Brightening-
Politics and business conditions bring sustainable, market-based models into clearer focus.
- »Growing Clamor for Investigation into PSEG Power
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Coalition asks Governor's office and BPU to determine how NJ power supplier managed to sidestep millions of dollars in utility fees.
»PSEG Files Application for Fourth Facility at Nuclear Site-
With the filing of an Early Site Permit, NJ energy giant takes a small first step in what could be a 13-year, $15 billion journey.
- »Report: Storm-Water Plans Leave Towns Vulnerable
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When it comes to protecting communities from flooding and erosion, neither the state nor local governments may be up to the task.
- »PSE&G Withdraws Permits for Highlands Transmission Line
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Rate increases likely as utility turns focus to construction of the eastern segment of the project.
- »Complexities Vex Community Solar Project Bill
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Bill sponsors and solar advocates acknowledge the difficulty of creating practical approach to what seems like a slam-dunk solution.
- »Big Solar Project Poses Test for Small Town
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Upper Pittsgrove ponders the benefits and drawbacks of a 74.6-megawatt solar farm consisting of 250,000 photovoltaic panels on 92 acres.
- »Gov. Christie Shows His Green Streak
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Despite initial opposition to a $400 million land preservation bond issue, Gov. Christie tells Department of Environmental Protection to start accepting applications for land acquisition and park development projects.
- »NJ Powers Up Electric Cars
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PSE&G and NRG Energy are exploring what it would take to build the infrastructure for plug-in electric vehicles, a step that could energize the New Jersey's efforts to promote a green economy.
»Christie Cuts Leave Small Solar Businesses Out in the Cold-
Small solar vendors race to apply for remaining rebates.
»Developers Gain Last Large Tract of Pristine Land Through State Sale-
Golf course a possibility for environmentally sensitive Millville property the State DEP had sought to preserve under Green Acres program.
»Chasm Widens Between Gov. Christie and Democratic Legislature-
Governor deliver 33 bills to legislature, vows to veto any tax increases. Democrats unveil so-called millionaire's tax, aimed at easing burden on elderly.
- »Public Advocate Office Quietly Headed for Elimination
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Talk turns to legacy as even interest-group allies acknowledge budget realities.
- »AG Investigation Requested in PSEG Power Deal
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Senate Environment and Energy Committee calls on Attorney General Paula Dow to investigate how PSEG Power averted paying societal benefits charges for most of past decade
»PSE&G's Largest Gas Customer Dodges Major Utility Fee-
Critics say that by skirting millions of dollars in fees, unregulated affiliate PSEG Power receives subsidy and unfair competitive advantage.
- »Fate of Energy Master Plan Latest Worry for Clean-Energy Advocates
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With the Christie administration weighing costs, is the state about to scale back on renewable energy goals?
- »Lock In Long-Term Power Contracts To Stabilize Prices?
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Stefanie Brand, director of the Division Rate Counsel, suggests utilities extending purchasing agreements 10 years or beyond would mean more reasonable electric bills for customers.
- »Surcharges Boost Utility Bills, But Where Does the Money Go?
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Societal benefits charge and other fees raise big money, which has everyone from consumers to businesses to environmental advocates seeking answers on how it's used.
- »Premium on Credits Poses Problems for NJ Solar Program
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Capacity isn’t keeping pace with demand for renewable energy credits, imperiling efforts to promote solar projects
»Spotlight: Oil Lobbyist-
Jim Benton is a veteran of at least half-a-dozen offshore drilling hearings. The executive director of the New Jersey Petroleum Council—and former mayor of Pennington—has seen public policy and opinion shift dramatically. And he’s already heard the suntan oil joke.
»Christie Tells Clean Energy Advocates To Share In Fiscal Sacrifices-
Administration still on track to tap $400 million in clean energy funding that would have gone to jobs and consumer rebates.
»Red Tape Review Finds Plenty to Snip and Unsnarl-
Governor's bipartisan committee recommends streamlining the rule-making process and giving local governments greater authority over unfunded mandates.
- »BPU Budget Slashes Clean Energy Program By $158 Million
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Critics bemoan precedent and predict setbacks in green economy, saying BPU's scaled-back budget could endanger New Jersey's efforts to promote solar power and wind energy.
- »Fate of Climate Change Office Remains Unclear
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Despite language in Gov. Chris Christie's initial budget-in-brief document, the New Jersey Office of Climate Change and Energy will not be abolished, state DEP Commissioner Bob Martin says.
- »State Watchdogs Warn of Potential Abuse
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If New Jersey is going to privatize state operations, it should install monitors to oversee what contracts it outsources to prevent waste of taxpayers’ dollars, a trio of government watchdogs warned today.
»Contractors Turn Out to Support Clean Energy Program-
Contractors came to Trenton today to protest proposed cuts of $158 million in the state's Clean Energy Program, arguing the loss of funds could force them to cut jobs.
- »Office of Clean Energy Ponders $100 Million in Cuts
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The Office of Clean Energy is proposing to slash spending on energy conservation projects by more than $60 million and reduce investments in renewable energy sources as a result of diversions made by the Christie administration to balance the state budget.
- »Christie Cuts Could Derail Green Projects
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New Jersey’s efforts to attract green jobs to the state and promote solar and wind power projects could be derailed by deep cuts in clean energy programs proposed by the Christie administration, environmentalists and lawmakers say.
- »Can New Commissioner Fix Department of Environmental Protection?
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Acting DEP Commissioner Bob Martin told the Senate Judiciary Committee the agency is broken and needs to be fixed, but he backed off some of the more radical suggestions offered by the Christie administration's transition team for restructuring it.
- »Christie Administration Looks to Privatization to Ease $11 Billion Public Debt
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The Christie administration plans to look at privatizing some state and local government services as a way of digging New Jersey out of a $11 billion fiscal hole, and has established a five-member task force to dig into what public services could be delivered more efficiently by private providers.
- »Are Funds Drying Up for New Jersey Highlands Council?
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Stripping funding from the New Jersey Highlands Council will halt crucial planning by local governments just as regional planning efforts to protect and preserve water supplies are about to bear fruit, environmental advocates and planners told lawmakers.
- »Solomon Says Diverted Funds Won't Stall Clean Energy Projects
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Despite diverting nearly $300 million from two energy funds, Board of Public Utilities President Lee Solomon told lawmakers the agency will fully finance all pending clean energy projects.
- »Assembly Committee Bans Guidance Documents
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The Assembly Regulatory Oversight Committee unanimously adopted a bill to prohibit the use of regulatory guidance documents unless specifically authorized by state law. The bill applies to any state agency, but all of the testimony and discussion focused on the Department of Environmental Protection.
- »New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Faces Big Backlog of Cases
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With a reputation as one of the slowest-acting agencies in state government, the BPU faces a range of cases, from rate requests that could increase utility bills to a bitterly opposed high-voltage transmission line.
- »New Administration Backs Legacy Battle to Block Channel Plan
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Gov. Christie joined two prominent democrats to present a united front opposing the Army Corps of Engineers plan to dredge and deepen the Delaware River.
- »Oyster Creek Plant Supporters Clash With Environmentalists
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The future of the Oyster Creek nuclear power plant ignited new debate today, as plant advocates clashed with environmentalists over the need to build cooling towers at the Lacey Township facility to reduce fish kills in Barnegat Bay.
- »New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Harshly Criticized
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New report recommends the state agency responsible for regulating New Jersey’s utilities be reorganized to emphasize the federal role in setting energy and telecommunications policies.
- »Solomon Wins Quick Approval As NJ BPU President
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Lee Solomon gave little hint to how he would deal with a controversy involving the diversion of $158 million in clean energy money to help solve New Jersey’s budget gap, but he easily won approval today from the Senate Judiciary Committee and later that afternoon from the full Senate.
- »New Jersey Pushes Ahead on Prevailing-Wage Proposal
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The Board of Public Utilities proposed a new regulation that would comply with legislation enacted last summer requiring prevailing wages to be paid for any project receiving financial assistance from the agency.
- »Bill Pits Commercial, Recreational Fishers Over Reef Rights
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The Senate Environment and Energy Committee today unanimously adopted a bill that would bar commercial fishermen from dropping lobster traps and other fish pots off a pair of artificial reefs. It pits recreational fishermen against the commercial fishing sector.
- »New Jersey Lags Other States in Wind Power Projects
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New Jersey is losing ground to other states in efforts to attract wind projects to provide electricity to its businesses and residents. A new report from the American Wind Energy Association found the wind power industry grew by 39 percent in 2009. The surge did not include any new capacity in New Jersey.
- »Report Calls New Jersey DEP Impediment to Economic Growth
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Gov. Chris Christie’s transition team for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a scathing report portraying the agency as one of the great impediments to economic growth in the state.
- »Big Business Seeks Relief From NJ Greenhouse Gas Initiative
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Put off by sharp increases in energy costs driven by a new program to help New Jersey combat global warming, some of the state’s largest businesses have convinced regulators to see if there is a way to ease the financial impact of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
- »New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Puts Power Line Project on Hold
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The action by the New Jersey agency at a specially called session disappoints Public Service Electric & Gas, the main proponent behind the plan. It also creates a potential political football for Gov. Chris Christie.
