American Wind Energy Association Recognizes House Rules Committee for its leadership on National Defense Authorization Act and Jones Act. The House Rules Committee convened to consider expanding the Jones Act, the federal law that regulates maritime commerce in the United States, to cover construction at sea and potentially require U.S.-flagged installation vessels to service offshore … Continue reading AWEA Recognizes House Rules Committee for NDAA leadership
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American Wind Energy Association Statement on New York Issuing the Largest Ever U.S. Renewable Energy Procurement
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement on New York’s record-breaking renewable energy procurement. “The Empire State is about to launch an empire of clean, affordable, and job-driving renewable energy. Today’s announcement from Governor Cuomo underlines New York’s leadership in harnessing the economic and environmental benefits of wind and other renewable … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on New York Issuing the Largest Ever U.S. Renewable Energy Procurement
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Burdensome and unnecessary regulation could hinder offshore wind power progress
American offshore wind power promises a long-term boom in job creation and U.S. investment, with up to 83,000 jobs and a brand new domestic supply chain possible over the next decade. Offshore wind is exactly the kind of once-in-a-generation opportunity our country needs to take advantage of as our economy recovers from the COVID-induced recession. … Continue reading Burdensome and unnecessary regulation could hinder offshore wind power progress
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American Wind Energy Association Statement on Biden Climate Plan
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement supporting the Biden campaign’s climate and clean energy plan: We strongly applaud the Biden campaign for taking an ambitious, comprehensive approach to climate change policy that recognizes the renewable energy industry’s ability to grow America’s economy towards a cleaner environment and a more prosperous … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on Biden Climate Plan
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BOEM draft supplemental environmental impact statement for Vineyard offshore wind farm
Laura Morton, AWEA’s Senior Director for Offshore Wind Policy and Regulatory Affairs, provided public testimony this afternoon on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) draft supplemental environmental impact statement for the Vineyard Wind offshore wind project. The project would be the country’s first large-scale offshore wind farm. It would open the doors to a … Continue reading BOEM draft supplemental environmental impact statement for Vineyard offshore wind farm
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Broad Energy Industry Coalition Encourages PJM to Continue to Examine Carbon Pricing in its Electricity Market
s U.S. policymakers look for cost-effective ways to tackle climate change, a diverse coalition of power generators, trade associations, and think tanks last week sent a letter encouraging PJM to continue its examination of the policy options and implications of carbon pricing in its market. The request comes at a time when many states in … Continue reading Broad Energy Industry Coalition Encourages PJM to Continue to Examine Carbon Pricing in its Electricity Market
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American Wind Energy Association Statement on House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis Recommendations
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement supporting the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis recommendations on climate policies. “We commend the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis for taking this comprehensive approach to climate-related legislation. This report underlines the top methods by which the U.S. should pursue policy solutions … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis Recommendations
Continue readingAmerican Wind Energy Association Statement on GREEN Act
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement applauding the release of the Growing Renewable Energy and Efficiency Now (GREEN) Act by Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee Subcommittee on Select Revenue Measures, and Congressman Richard Neal (D-MA), Chairman of the U.S. House Committee on Ways and … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on GREEN Act
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Why McDonald’s is powering up with wind energy
Last year, McDonald‘s joined a growing list of many of the world’s largest companies deciding to power their stores, factories and data centers with wind energy. AWEA’s recent Wind Powers American Business report dives into this full-fledged trend, but for some one-on-one background on why companies are spurred in this direction, I recently spoke with … Continue reading Why McDonald’s is powering up with wind energy
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American Wind Energy Association Statement on H.R. 2
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement after House leadership introduced H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act. “AWEA applauds House leadership for recognizing the key role that renewable energy plays in American infrastructure development, especially as our economy strives to recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Federal credits for renewable energy sources … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on H.R. 2
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Coalition Applauds FERC Decision to Hold Carbon Pricing Discussion
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on Wednesday seized a timely opportunity to facilitate a conversation on how competitive power markets can cost-effectively achieve carbon emissions reduction goals, says the Carbon Price Coalition, a diverse group of power generators, trade associations and think tank experts that in April called on FERC to explore the issue. … Continue reading Coalition Applauds FERC Decision to Hold Carbon Pricing Discussion
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Keeping the wind energy workforce safe: Cloth face coverings help prevent COVID-19 spread
Cloth face coverings can help slow the spread of COVID-19 and help those who may have the virus but don’t know it from transmitting it to others. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain, such as grocery … Continue reading Keeping the wind energy workforce safe: Cloth face coverings help prevent COVID-19 spread
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Highlights from the Wind Energy Powers American Business report
Many of the businesses across the country that power our everyday lives are increasingly choosing wind energy to power their operations. Once a niche market, corporate customers now routinely represent 40 percent or more of announced wind power contracts in a given year and are some of the most sought-after customers by wind project developers. … Continue reading Highlights from the Wind Energy Powers American Business report
Continue readingCorporate Customers Buying Record Amount of American Wind Power
Businesses purchased a record amount of U.S. wind power last year. In total, corporate buyers have signed contracts for nearly 17,000 megawatts (MW) of U.S. wind energy, enough to power more than five million American homes. Commercial and industrial companies bought 4,447 megawatts (MW) of U.S. wind capacity last year, setting a new record for … Continue reading Corporate Customers Buying Record Amount of American Wind Power
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AWEA, BNOW, NOIA Statements on Vineyard Wind Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), Business Network for Offshore Wind (BNOW), and National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) are united in commending BOEM for issuing the statement on schedule, especially as the agency had to adapt to new workplace realities due to COVID-19. The three organizations released the following comments on the draft: The Bureau … Continue reading AWEA, BNOW, NOIA Statements on Vineyard Wind Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement
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CLEANPOWER 2020 brings industry together, virtually
While the utility-scale renewable industry wasn’t able to meet in Denver this year, that didn’t stop us from coming together for a valuable, shared experience during a challenging time. The CLEANPOWER 2020 Stronger Together Virtual Event consisted of the Clean Power Decade webinar, live streamed general sessions and unique networking opportunities. The event kicked off … Continue reading CLEANPOWER 2020 brings industry together, virtually
Continue readingU.S. Renewable and Clean Energy Industries Set Sights on Market Majority
For the first time, the American wind energy, solar, hydropower, and storage associations have come together to announce a shared vision of renewables reaching a majority of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. Within a decade, more than half of the electricity generated in the U.S. will come from clean, renewable resources supported by energy storage, … Continue reading U.S. Renewable and Clean Energy Industries Set Sights on Market Majority
Continue readingAmerican Wind Energy Association Statement on IRS Safe Harbor Guidance
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) today issued the following statement after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provided one additional year of safe harbor flexibility for wind projects that began construction in 2016 and 2017, in order to help address the significant short-term challenges associated with COVID-19. “We applaud the Administration for taking this critical … Continue reading American Wind Energy Association Statement on IRS Safe Harbor Guidance
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Outgoing AWEA board chair Rob Caldwell reflects on a 40-year energy career
After 40 years in the power generation business, Rob Caldwell has seen a lot of change—technologies improve, customer preferences evolve, and policy drivers adapt to reflect the will of the people. As his tenure as AWEA Board Chair comes to a close and he nears retirement as President of Duke Energy Renewables, I had a … Continue reading Outgoing AWEA board chair Rob Caldwell reflects on a 40-year energy career
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#AmericanWindWeek 2020: Wind Energy Builds the Future
August is fast approaching, and that means it’s time to start planning for #AmericanWindWeek 2020, happening August 9-15. And to get your creative juices flowing, we’re happy to announce this year’s theme: Wind Builds the Future. There are so many ways wind is building a better, cleaner future for all Americans: The wind workforce is … Continue reading #AmericanWindWeek 2020: Wind Energy Builds the Future
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