There was quite a bit of ballyhoo around the anti-wind network a few weeks ago concerning a study funded by the misnamed Renewable Energy Foundation (a British anti-wind group). The study suggested there was an issue with wind turbine performance over time that would have a negative impact on wind energy’s economics. We cross-posted the … Continue reading Oops, wind farm performance stays strong
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New polls in Maryland, Ohio find voters back wind energy
In addition to a recent poll in Vermont showing strong support there for wind power, two new surveys, in Maryland and Ohio, have found public backing for the clean energy technology. The Maryland findings come from a recent Washington Post poll, conducted February 21-24, among 1,156 respondents, on attitudes toward offshore wind power.
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GMP reports on Kingdom Community Wind Energy sound levels
Investor-owned utility Green Mountain Power recently filed with the Vermont Public Service Board (PSB) the results of its first monitoring of sound levels in the communities surrounding the Kingdom Community Wind farm in Lowell, Vt. The results of the continuous monitoring showed that the project met the standards required by the PSB for all … Continue reading GMP reports on Kingdom Community Wind Energy sound levels
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Wind Co-op of the Year awards showcase co-op ethos
It’s no secret that cooperatives are known to be conservative decision makers, noted Gary Phan, director of education at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). Yet, he appropriately added when speaking at a recent awards event at NRECA’s TechAdvantage 2013, they’ve also acquired a reputation for having a progressive spirit and for putting the … Continue reading Wind Co-op of the Year awards showcase co-op ethos
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Eighty percent of Ohio voters support requiring a portion of the state
A solid majority of Ohioans support investment in renewable energy and the state’s law which encourages those investments, according to a new statewide public opinion survey. “Ohio is one of the fastest growing states for renewable energy investments,” noted Rob Gramlich, Interim President and CEO of the American Wind Energy Association. “Polling data in … Continue reading Eighty percent of Ohio voters support requiring a portion of the state
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Harvard study misses real-world facts about wind energy
A recent study errs in its assessment of potential wind energy resources by ignoring real-world data and experience and instead relying on crude theoretical modeling techniques. In reality, wind power project developers and investors work closely with atmospheric scientists and other experts to make sure that their projects will produce as much as expected, and … Continue reading Harvard study misses real-world facts about wind energy
Continue readingUS wind energy facing new challenges
The U.S. wind energy industry breathed a sigh of relief earlier this month when Congress voted to renew a tax credit that could be worth up to $12 billion over the next decade. The tax credit comes as a major boost — but the headlines don’t tell the full story about a struggling industry. Jobs … Continue reading US wind energy facing new challenges
Continue readingU.S. electric utilities flock to lower-priced wind power
U.S. electric utilities are locking in fixed-price contracts for wind power, now more cost-competitive than ever, illustrating the success of a key federal tax policy in holding down rates for consumers. A total of 66 U.S. utilities bought or owned wind power by the start of this year
Continue readingTime to nominate top public power utility for wind energy
The time is now to recognize public power—and a specific public power utility—for achievements in wind power. The 2013 Public Power Wind Award, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Wind Powering America initiative in partnership with the American Public Power Association (APPA), will honor one public power utility (PPU) for its leadership in wind … Continue reading Time to nominate top public power utility for wind energy
Continue readingWind energy generation records fall in Texas, Colorado, Pacific Northwest
Three more wind electricity generation records were notched recently, in Texas, Colorado, and the Pacific Northwest, as the increased generating capacity installed last year continues to make its presence felt. On February 9, a strong weekend cold front that brought needed rain to much of Texas also propelled the Electric Reliability Council of Texas … Continue reading Wind energy generation records fall in Texas, Colorado, Pacific Northwest
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Wind energy taking flight in Oregon
Deputy Secretary of Energy Daniel E. Poneman recently visited the new Shepherds Flat wind farm in Oregon. He subsequently wrote the following article which is cross-posted from the U.S. Department of Energy blog. Last week I had the privilege of visiting one of the largest wind farms in the world—a project at the forefront of … Continue reading Wind energy taking flight in Oregon
Continue readingWhy is Fox Business saying those things about wind energy?
Just because you’re on TV doesn’t mean you can make things up. The hosts of two TV talk shows on Fox Business News, “Money with Melissa Francis” and “Varney & Company,” seemed to be competing this week to make the most inaccurate statements about wind power. Let’s review: 1) Wind power is cheap and utilities … Continue reading Why is Fox Business saying those things about wind energy?
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AWEA welcomes President Obama’s commitment to wind energy
Wind power became the number one source of new U.S. electric generating capacity in 2012. President Obama called on Congress to strengthen the stewardship we all share for our environment, and put more Americans to work in clean energy jobs and manufacturing. President Obama sets a goal “to once again double generation from wind, solar, and … Continue reading AWEA welcomes President Obama’s commitment to wind energy
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Wind farm delivers badly needed taxes to Ohio county
On January 30, the Timber Road wind farm in Paulding (O.) County made its first property tax payment to the county in the form of a giant check for $449,212.50, according to the West Bend News. The article contains a rundown of the economic benefits that have been brought to the area by the wind … Continue reading Wind farm delivers badly needed taxes to Ohio county
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Wind energy: North Dakota’s other oil field
The North Dakota State University (NDSU) student newspaper NDSU Spectator recently carried an article by Opinion Editor Nathan Stottler titled “North Dakota’s other oil field” focusing on the state’s enormous wind potential. Mr. Stottler opens by speaking with real feeling about North Dakota’s abundant winds: “Every one of you has asked yourself the same question, … Continue reading Wind energy: North Dakota’s other oil field
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Wind energy myths
The Feb. 4 letter to the editor by longtime wind energy opponent Rolf Westgard, “Poor energy decisions,” recycled previously refuted myths. Wind energy has already proven a reliable energy source by providing significant amounts of electricity across major parts of the U.S. Iowa produces more than 20 percent of its electricity from wind, and wind … Continue reading Wind energy myths
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US Wind Energy Industry Has Strongest Year Ever
The U.S. wind energy industry had its strongest year ever in 2012, according to the American Wind Energy Association , installing a record 13,124MW of electric generating capacity, leveraging $25 billion in private investment,and achieving over 60,000MW of cumulative wind capacity. The milestone of 60,000MW (60GW) was reached just five months after AWEA announced last … Continue reading US Wind Energy Industry Has Strongest Year Ever
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Top 10 wind energy states in 2012
The Top 10 states for new installed wind capacity in 2012: 1. Texas (1,826 MW) 2. California (1,656 MW) 3. Kansas (1,440 MW) 4. Oklahoma (1,127 MW) 5. Illinois (823 MW) 6. Iowa (814 MW) 7. Oregon (640 MW) 8. Michigan (611 MW) 9. Pennsylvania (550 MW) 10. Colorado (496 MW) But which states did … Continue reading Top 10 wind energy states in 2012
Continue readingWind energy supplies 6% of US electricity
Wind energy now supplies 6% of US electricity, thanks to many projects coming online at the end of the year … to beat the expiring Production Tax Credit (PTC). In 2012, wind grew 28%, with a record 13.2 gigawatts (GW) of wind turbines were installed – 5.5 GW in December alone. That energy is coming … Continue reading Wind energy supplies 6% of US electricity
Continue readingWhite House Praises Wind Energy Industry’s 2012 Milestones
The White House praised the milestones of the American wind industry this week, following the release of the American Wind Energy Association’s Fourth Quarter Market Report, and attributed the industry’s success to President Barack Obama’s efforts to support renewable energy. Here are the details. * According to the American Wind Energy Association’s report , … Continue reading White House Praises Wind Energy Industry’s 2012 Milestones
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