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kristopher

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4. That is true but there is a Big But to add...

Reply to NYC_SKP (Reply #1)

Fri Dec 27, 2013, 04:08 PM

Dec 2013

The negative impact on profitability is a far more pervasive motivator for utility behavior than the issues involved with integration. Right now, it is a priority of ALEC to use the integration excuse as a justification for enacting policies designed to Stop Renewable Growth.

It is imperative that the utilities be required to engage in an objective, transparent process establishing the needs and costs involved in the integration of renewables.

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Booming Solar Energy Halted by Hawaii Utility Because Sun Produces Too Much Power! [View all] MindMover Dec 2013 OP

It's undeniable that too much distributed generation can tax an outdated infrastructure. NYC_SKP Dec 2013 #1

That is true but there is a Big But to add... kristopher Dec 2013 #4

A good problem to have. Hopefully sanity will prevail. postulater Dec 2013 #2

HECO is hawaii's enemy. time to kill it nt msongs Dec 2013 #3

naaa, its the suns fault MindMover Dec 2013 #5

Hahahahahahaha!!!!! DeSwiss Dec 2013 #6

"You can change the direction... awoke_in_2003 Dec 2013 #8

Wow, rich. lonestarnot Dec 2013 #7

RE: Booming Solar Energy Halted by Hawaii Utility Because Sun Produces Too Much Power! nickyreiner93 Dec 2013 #9

In a way it kinda shows that solar can make a difference madokie Dec 2013 #10

okee madokie ... sounds so good I will have 2 of those .... MindMover Dec 2013 #14

how about not hooking up to the grid gejohnston Dec 2013 #11

Your idea is coming soon to an area next to yours .... MindMover Dec 2013 #12

Indeed, if the grid doesn't add storage cprise Dec 2013 #13