Amid health concerns over smart meters, which can wirelessly transmit household energy-usage data to utilities and customers, California's largest utility has proposed a plan that would allow homeowners to opt for regular meters -- at a cost. Here are some facts for consumers to consider.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. found 38 leaks in its more than 6,700 miles of natural-gas transmission lines. The company said its 16 miles of lines in the San Bruno, Calif., area, where a September explosion killed eight people, were satisfactory.
Solar Power Partners is the third-largest independent solar-energy producer in the U.S. CEO Bob Powell discusses the hot topics in his industry today, including when solar power generation will be competitive with coal or gas-fired plants.
