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Greg Miller, executive vice president of Ice Energy, poses next to the "Ice Bear," his company's invention. The equipment cools down air conditioners in the day and stores energy at night.

Solar And Wind Energy May Be Nice, But How Can We Store It?

Apr 05, 2016
Renewable energy is taking off across the nation, but storing the energy is still a problem that is challenging companies to innovate, with solutions ranging from molten salt to ice.
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Several Thousand Reno Customers Lose Power During High Winds

Mar 22, 2016

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Windy weather is blamed for an electrical fire and power outage that affected several thousand Reno-area residents.

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Proposed Ballot Measure Seeks More Electricity Competition

Feb 04, 2016

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — A group is trying to get a proposal on the ballot that aims to bring more electricity providers to Nevada.

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Goats and Soda
Onlookers come to admire the self-proclaimed "Miracle on 34th Street" in the Baltimore neighborhood of Hampden. But not every country has as much electricity as America does.

Which Burns More Kilowatt-Hours: America's Christmas Lights Or Tanzania?

Dec 22, 2015
As you might have guessed, the answer is not Tanzania. So the holiday season is a good time to reflect on ... electricity.
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Goats and Soda
Wind turbines outside Caledon in Cape Town, South Africa. Solar and wind farms are filling in the gaps during power shortages.

The Wind And The Sun Come To The Rescue In Power-Short South Africa

Dec 11, 2015
Is renewable energy expensive or cheap? This is a question being debated in Paris this week. Though there's no simple answer, in South Africa the verdict is in — and it's a surprising one.
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Goats and Soda
Jacqueline Musiitwa

Waking Up Without Power Starts The Day Off Wrong

Nov 14, 2015
Rolling blackouts and power shortages make it hard to get anything done in Africa — from cooking a hot breakfast to running a small business.
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All Tech Considered
Jordan Chase (left), Alphabet Energy's lead engineer, and CEO Matt Scullin measure PowerCard properties in the company's lab in Hayward, Calif.

A Lot Of Heat Is Wasted, So Why Not Convert It Into Power?

Aug 20, 2015
What if there were a way to take the waste heat that spews from car tailpipes or power plant chimneys and turn it into electricity? An entrepreneur says something called thermoelectrics is the key.
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Energy
President Obama's environmental plan won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.

For Some States, New Emissions Rules Will Force A Power Shift

Aug 04, 2015
The federal rules will deal a big blow to some energy sectors — especially coal. The change won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.
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Energy
The Schneiders will have to replace three of their 12 batteries this summer.

When Relying On The Sun, Energy Storage Remains Out Of Reach

Aug 04, 2015
The ability to store energy could revolutionize the way electricity is made and used. But for many utility companies and regular folks, energy storage is still too costly and difficult.
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Shots - Health News
Purple lightning strikes a New Mexico cornfield on May 29. You don't have to be outdoors to be hurt or injured by a nearby lightning strike, safety specialists say. And the pain for survivors can be lifelong.

'When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors' To Best Avoid Lightning's Pain

Jul 17, 2015
Deaths in the U.S. from lightning strikes are up in 2015, compared with recent years. A convertible won't save you. Get inside at the first rumble of thunder, and stay away from plugged-in appliances.
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Nevada Leads Others In Cutting Emissions From Electricity Generation

Jun 11, 2015

A new report says Nevada is outperforming other states when it comes to reduc

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The Two-Way
A photo released by Tesla shows its new Powerwall lithium-ion battery pack mounted on the wall (left) of a garage behind one of the company's electric cars.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Unveils Home Battery; Is $3,000 Cheap Enough?

May 01, 2015
With a sleek surface and a depth of only about 7 inches, the Powerwall can be mounted on a garage wall or another surface, indoors or outside.
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Leo Thompson stands in front of his isolated home, where he has lived for 35 years, on the Navajo Nation reservation. Like an estimated 18,000 Navajos homes, his his isn't connected to the electrical grid — it's a half-mile from the nearest line — an

Solar Power Makes Electricity More Accessible On Navajo Reservation

Apr 21, 2015
The panels, funded by government grants, are helping thousands of tribal residents take advantage of the everyday luxuries enjoyed by other Americans — like turning on lights or storing food.
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The Two-Way
Visitors to the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum wait for it to reopen after widespread power outages caused many of the buildings along the National Mall in Washington to shut down temporarily on Tuesday.

Power Outages Hit Parts Of Washington, D.C., Including The White House

Apr 07, 2015
Several government buildings, including the Capitol and the State Department were affected. The problem was traced back to a transmission line in southern Maryland.
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Goats and Soda
Frustrated by the lack of power, farmer Dummada was the first in his village to buy into an affordable solar lighting system.

What's It Like To Live Without Electricity? Ask An Indian Villager

Feb 18, 2015
Some 77 million Indian households depend on kerosene lamps and candles when the sun goes down. Green entrepreneurs are looking to spread the light with affordable solar panels.
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Your Money
Elizabeth Ebinger in Maplewood, N.J., bought her solar panels, while neighbor Tim Roebuck signed a 20-year lease. Both are happy with the approach they took, and both are saving money on energy bills.

The Great Solar Panel Debate: To Lease Or To Buy?

Feb 10, 2015
More homeowners are cutting energy costs by installing solar panels, due in part to leasing programs that require no up-front investment. Leasing means less hassle, but may also save you less money.
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The Problem With MidAmerican

Oct 31, 2013

Warren Buffet's MidAmerican Energy Holdings is in the middle of an acquisition of NV Energy. But consumer advocates think it might not be such a great deal

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Energy Dispute At Creech Air Force Base

Jul 09, 2013

Nevada's Public Utilities Commission is moving forward with an investigation into whether Valley Electric Association can legally provide services to Creech Air Force Base. The state's largest utility, NV Energy, filed a complaint with the PUC in February arguing that Valley Electric is operating outside its legal service area. In Fall 2012, the US Department of Defense awarded Valley Electric ownership and operation of the distribution system at Creech, as part of a $23 million contract.

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