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Many organizations talk about specific sectors of the energy equation, and with lots of labels – clean, dirty, renewable, nuclear, natural gas, efficient, resilient among them. What is the future of energy in the Carolinas’ for consumers? Who owns and manages our energy supplies? Are there experts in reliable and cost-effective delivery of electricity? Are suppliers ready for and are they investing in the future? What are possible directions of delivering and using electricity? What are the roles of renewables, energy storage and base load generation? Where can people go to ask questions and get diverse feedback? Energy Consumers of the Carolinas' goal is to fill that need. These are critical questions. A lot of viewpoints. An evolution of ideas. Respectful approaches.
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Carolina Energy 2019: More Collaboration?
What should Carolinians expect, ask for, or watch for in their energy world in 2019? Energy Consumers of the Carolinas asked a handful of energy professionals. The year can be a pivot point in energy. This column is about collaboration, and how 2019 could be a year when available technology matches up with policy. If that happens, Read more about Carolina Energy 2019: More Collaboration?[…]
With the First Winter Blast to the Carolinas, Thank a Utility Lineworker
With the first big storm of the 2018-19 winter now having hit, Energy Consumers of the Carolinas decided to revisit a blog that got a lot of attention following the hurricanes that hit the Carolinas. It is about the line workers who put themselves out in the cold, wet and dangerous weather to maintain our Read more about With the First Winter Blast to the Carolinas, Thank a Utility Lineworker[…]
When Do Power Outages Happen?
When do outages happen? Answer: All the time, but for various reasons. Over the past several months, Carolinians have heard a lot about power outages because of hurricanes. That’s because there can be a significant number of outages when violent weather happens. Usually lightning, high winds, and ice are the causes. What about outages other Read more about When Do Power Outages Happen?[…]
Santee Cooper Debt – Clean the Slate
“A clean slate.” The term is often used at the start of a new year. It means to start fresh, to be rid of debt. Or, to get people on an even footing. That may not be the exact phrase used about Santee Cooper’s nuclear debt and how it can impact customers, though it is Read more about Santee Cooper Debt – Clean the Slate[…]
From Tennis to Turbines
I have enjoyed the game of tennis for decades and across many states. I have always had access to a tennis court but never owned one. Whereas sharing cars and bikes is a newer twist to the sharing economy, one might argue that tennis clubs were early movers who learned to share resources effectively. Turns Read more about From Tennis to Turbines[…]
Carolina Energy 2019: Measure It – Manage It
What should Carolinians expect, ask for, or watch for in their energy world in 2019? Energy Consumers of the Carolinas asked a handful of energy professionals. Our first column about 2019 in energy was about the way that buildings and vehicles may converge to share electricity needs. This kind of energy convergence pivots on advanced technology, and what Read more about Carolina Energy 2019: Measure It – Manage It[…]
Carolina Energy 2019 – A Blueprint for States and Consumers
As ECC was researching its look at 2019 in energy we found two recent reports that provide good high-level strategies for electric energy. While the reports are not specifically focused on the Carolinas or the Southeast, the topics in the reports absolutely apply to the Carolinas. Taken together the material in these reports can help guide Read more about Carolina Energy 2019 – A Blueprint for States and Consumers[…]
When if Comes to Santee Cooper, Legislators Should Keep their Eyes on the Ball
As an entrepreneur and mother, “follow through” and “focus” are two of life’s most important lessons which I acquired from playing tournament, high school, and college tennis. As I prepare for this season’s final tennis match tonight, I remind myself how important it is to keep my eye on the ball. And then I wonder Read more about When if Comes to Santee Cooper, Legislators Should Keep their Eyes on the Ball[…]
Carolina Energy 2019: A Convergence Ahead
What should Carolinians expect, ask for, or watch for in their energy world in 2019? Energy Consumers of the Carolinas asked a handful of energy professionals. Their answers share a theme – Data. What does mean for consumers: More ways to manage energy use and more lessons to learn about energy. Over the next few weeks we’ll Read more about Carolina Energy 2019: A Convergence Ahead[…]
Carolina Energy 2019: In South Carolina – Time to Implement Decisions
Focus and timely decisions from regulators and policymakers are essential to successfully move into 2019. Over the next few weeks, Energy Consumers of the Carolinas will look ahead at 2019 in the energy business. We will cover a wide range of topics – technology, business trends, energy supply, workforce… We start with the most obvious issues Read more about Carolina Energy 2019: In South Carolina – Time to Implement Decisions[…]