BioTown still dependent on grid eight years later
Eight years after being nicknamed Biotown USA, the town of Reynolds is as dependent on the energy grid as it ever was, and is likely to become more so.
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Regulators snuff $42M Duke Energy proposal
Utility wanted to conduct a study to determine how to dispose of carbon dioxide produced by its Edwardsport coal gasification plant.
Bill eases path for utilities to boost rates
An 11-page utility bill in the Indiana Senate that a consumer group likens to “a money grab” would hasten and expand a utility’s ability to recover additional costs from customers.
Indiana senator seeks gas plant contract review
A top Indiana senator is calling for a review of Indiana's plans to subsidize a proposed coal-gasification plant.
Indy utility plans $511 million in power plant upgrades
Indianapolis Power & Light said ratepayers could expect a 2-percent to 3-percent annual increase for a “number of years,” but said he did not know how long the increases would be in effect.
New state agriculture chief to emphasize R&D
Gina Sheets said she's working on new ideas and keeping her eye on farm-related issues in the General Assembly.
Environmentalists concerned about Indiana agenda
One of Indiana's largest environmental groups said Friday it was concerned that this year's General Assembly may weaken Hoosiers' ability to protect themselves from pollution and other health risks.
Founder returning to lead city’s environmental office
Anna Jetmore-Vargas, who started the office in 2008, had most recently worked at the environmental consulting firm Kerameda Inc.
Bill could be hurdle for proposed $2.8B synthetic gas plant
Under the legislation, state utility regulators could order Indiana Gasification LLC to make refunds to gas customers every three years if the price of synthetic gas it produces from coal is greater than the market price of natural gas over the period.
Vectren digs in to fight gas plant
A synthetic natural gas plant proposed downstate need only tweak its contract with would-be gas purchaser Indiana Finance Authority to comply with an October court ruling and to proceed with the project, Indiana Gasification said in a recent filing with the Indiana Court of Appeals. But opponents of the plant, led by Evansville-based gas and electric utility Vectren, immediately objected.
Indiana wind energy industry wants longer tax credit
Officials with Indiana's wind energy industry say they are relieved by Congress' one-year extension of a tax credit but contend it will take a longer-term approach to grow the industry and create jobs in the state.
Beautification group gets boost from Lilly Endowment
Keep Indianapolis Beautiful will use the money for 2013 operating expenses.
Indiana town sues in bid to take over water services
A central Indiana town is suing Indiana American Water Co., seeking to wrest control of local water services from the utility.
Court rules Duke must cover ice storm costs
The Indiana Court of Appeals has upheld state regulators’ rejection of Duke Energy’s bid to pass $11 million in costs it incurred during a 2009 ice storm onto its customers.
Bloomington earns green distinction for city hall
Other than bragging rights and a plaque on the wall, what’s the value of energy and environmental design certification for the city and taxpayers?
New panel sparks concern of chamber, environmentalists
The rules panel was authorized by a law passed last session that merged Indiana's water pollution, air pollution and solid waste management boards.
IURC caps ratepayers’ share of Edwardsport plant at $2.6B
Opponents call the deal too generous to Duke Energy and say it doesn’t protect ratepayers from rising financing costs.
Developer meets deadline on central Indiana wind farm
The company had faced a Dec. 31 deadline to have the turbines built in order to qualify for federal tax credits.
Michael Browning was key player in N.C. corporate drama
Indianapolis real estate developer Michael Browning was one of two Duke Energy board members who led the surprise ouster of the company's CEO.
Land trust strategy goes national
The Central Indiana Land Trust has developed a 60-page strategy that identifies more than 300,000 acres that have conservation potential throughout the 3.1 million acres in Marion County and its eight surrounding counties.