Publications Library
Equitable Resilience: Opportunities to Advance Solar Paired with Battery Storage in Historically Marginalized Communities
This report by Clean Energy Group (CEG) presents findings resulting from the Resilience, Storage and Grid Benefits Community of Practice, an effort through the Equitable Solar Communities of Practice program initiative by The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office.
Energy Storage Program Design for Peak Demand Reduction
This issue brief, released by CEG and CESA, outlines best practices and lessons learned for state policymakers and regulators engaged in developing energy storage peak demand reduction programs. The brief explores key elements of program design, such as incentive mechanisms and dispatch methods, as well as considerations for incentivizing load reduction versus power export, and peak demand reduction versus emission reduction.
Insights from Fossil Fuel Replacement Case Studies
This report reviews six case studies in which fossil fuel-fired electric generation is being replaced by clean energy resources like solar, wind or battery storage. These stories chart a course for Massachusetts as it works to decarbonize its electric power sector.
PEAK Coalition Comments on NYSERDA’s Residential and Retail Battery Storage Implementation Plan
The PEAK Coalition – UPROSE, THE POINT CDC, New York City Environmental Justice Alliance (NYC-EJA), New York Lawyers for the Public Interest (NYLPI), and Clean Energy Group (CEG) – a campaign to end the long-standing pollution burden from fossil fuel-fired power plants, submitted comments on NYSERDA’s 2024-2030 energy storage incentives plan. The coalition supports the…
Demanding a Better Grid: How Demand Management Can Accelerate the Phase-Out of New York City’s Peaker Power Plants
This report highlights ways to address New York City’s growing electricity demand and accelerate peaker plant retirement through robust demand management solutions that harness the flexibility of customer devices, such as smart thermostats, heat pumps, electric vehicle chargers, solar, and battery storage, to reduce stress on the electric grid. The report includes best practices for…
Energy Storage Equity: An Assessment of Three Massachusetts Programs
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a national leader in clean energy policy. In recent years, it has adopted ambitious energy storage procurement targets supported by innovative policies and programs, which are entering a period of internal review. The Commonwealth also has a long-held commitment to equity in its clean energy programs. Against this backdrop, Clean…
Fact Sheet: Green Hydrogen’s Impact on Water Supplies
Clean hydrogen has received a lot of interest for its potential use as a tool for decarbonization but has also prompted a lot of concerns. Hydrogen production and use can have serious consequences on water supplies, particularly in areas already facing water scarcity. The production of green hydrogen, as well as certain end uses, can…
Fact Sheet: Blue Hydrogen’s Impact on Water Supplies
Clean hydrogen has received a lot of interest for its potential use as a tool for decarbonization but has also prompted a lot of concerns. Hydrogen production and use can have serious consequences on water supplies, particularly in areas already facing water scarcity. The production of blue hydrogen, as well as certain end uses, can…
Comments on Connecticut’s Energy Storage Solutions Program
Clean Energy Group (CEG) submitted comments regarding the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s annual Energy Storage Solutions (ESS) program review. The comments focus on multifamily affordable housing participation in the program and the benefits of energy storage for residents. CEG proposes that the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority consider establishing additional adders in the ESS program…
Comments on Draft Air Pollution Control Operating Permit for Passaic Valley Sewage Commission
Clean Energy Group submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding the Draft Air Pollution Control Operating Permit Significant Modification, issued to the Passaic Valley Sewage Commission (PVSC). CEG points out that PVSC has not provided sufficient evidence that their proposed combustion turbines are necessary to meet the anticipated maximum energy demand…