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The reality of Tesla's new financing program is that it will spur demand but Tesla will need to increase its production capacity and margins if it wants to change its bottom line. Read more »

While the news was all bad in 2012 for solar, ranging from bankruptcies to tariffs, the actual installation figures show continued demand and declining installation costs. Read more »

As big IT vies to build the software platform that will drive the internet of things, connecting devices in the service of power and resource efficiency is going to matter. Read more »

Silver Spring Networks raised less money than hoped and SolarCity almost halved its offer price. But the net effect is that long term investors have done fine and that it's much better to have liquidity and the probability of appreciation, than an unsupportable valuation. Read more »

As utility markets in the U.S. trudge toward deregulation, many on the smart grid and renewable energy startup scene feel that deregulation could further grease the wheels of their businesses. Read more »

As more renewables enter our world, requiring long distance power transmission, many are reconsidering the benefits of DC power. Read more »

Tesla is promising its first profitable quarter this year. But in order to please Wall Street, it'll need to expand those gross margins to 25 percent, just as Elon Musk has promised. Read more »

As we look to the next 12-18 months, we examine three dark horse trends that could make a major impact in how efficient data centers are built and operate. Read more »

As Nest becomes the first true success in the home energy management market, companies like EcoFactor are employing a software only solution. Which is the right strategy? Read more »

Smart grid startups continue to contend with convincing utilities of the value of their products. In my weekly update, I look at other potential routes to finally getting to that elusive smart grid customer. Read more »