Optimistic market projections for DG may face a variety of hurdles.

The American Wind Energy Association reports that more than 40% of U.S. utilities had wind energy on their grids last year, and electricity suppliers are increasingly seeking the resource.

The GridWise Alliance has released a new report highlighting what measures must be taken to protect the U.S.' electric system from extreme weather.

The U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory has developed Top 10 rankings of green power programs offered by utilities across the country.

The utility initially sought about $880 million, but eventually settled on more than half of that in April.