But the risk that really matters to utility executives is financial.

But utility executives say the price gap is still too wide.

"I don't see this as being a utility executive," he says.

But utility executives said the bulbs would become more popular if energy prices increase.

It will take up to two weeks to restore service to all customers, utility executives say.

Would that include the utility executives who will ultimately decide if - and what - to build?

But not all utility executives are ready to drive a stake through the heart of the renewable energy sources.

On Thursday, utility executives will be allowed to present their views to the panel.

However, utility executives are divided over whether nuclear power offers an attractive choice.

Still, utility executives were heartened that all the parties are talking.