WASHINGTON, July 30, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FierceEnergy (http://www.fierceenergy.com) today announced its list of the most innovative utilities working to integrate renewable energy into their power sources. Those recognized represent companies in the U.S. that are working to increase renewable energy generation by managing intermittency and employing a range of industry-leading pilots and technologies. Examples include community solar initiatives, a methane power plant, and battery energy storage projects
FierceEnergy, an internationally recognized email newsletter for the energy industry, evaluated utilities based on their degree of innovation and commitment to harnessing renewable energy sources. The top companies were evaluated and selected by FierceEnergy Editor, Travis Mitchell.
"These winners represent the future of renewable energy by utilities," said Mitchell. "It's exciting to be able to showcase such innovative programs, all of which center around a commitment to develop sustainable, green sources of power. These projects are paving the way towards a more sustainable energy future."
A profile of each of the selected companies is available on the FierceEnergy Web site at http://www.fierceenergy.com/special-reports/renewable-energy-innovators?ref=PR
The Most Innovative Utilities in Renewable Integration, as recognized by FierceEnergy, are:
Winners:
1. Ameren Missouri
2. Arizona Public Service
3. Austin Energy
4. Hawaiian Electric Company
5. Puget Sound Energy
6. Sacramento Municipal Utility District
7. Tennessee Valley Authority
8. Xcel Energy
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