Plus Power™ announced it has begun operating its Kapolei Energy Storage facility on Oahu, Hawaii, the most advanced grid-scale battery energy storage system in the world, helping transition the state’s electric power from coal and oil to solar photovoltaic and wind power. “This is a landmark milestone in the transition to clean energy,” said Brandon Keefe, Plus Power’s Executive … Continue reading World’s most advanced battery energy storage system comes online, speeding Hawaii’s transition to 100% renewable energy
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20 Teams Win First Phase of Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize
Winning Teams Submitted Creative Solutions To Boost U.S. Wind Energy Industry Sustainability. Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced 20 winners of the first phase of the Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize. Administered by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the $5.1 million, two-phase competition was launched in July 2023 as part of the … Continue reading 20 Teams Win First Phase of Wind Turbine Materials Recycling Prize
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BOEM Seeks Public Comment on Draft Environmental Analysis of Central Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Areas
In another step by the Biden-Harris administration to support the growing momentum across America for a clean energy economy, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced the availability of its draft environmental review of wind energy areas offshore the U.S. Central Atlantic region. BOEM’s Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) considers potential environmental consequences of … Continue reading BOEM Seeks Public Comment on Draft Environmental Analysis of Central Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Areas
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Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2024
The solar industry has reached a new stage in its evolution. With about 1.5 TWdc installed globally through 2023, and another 3 TWdc of capacity expected in the next decade, it’s no longer a burgeoning renewable energy technology – it’s a cornerstone of the global energy transition. In most markets, solar PV will grow to … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic: predictions for 2024
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Pentagon to install rooftop photovoltaic solar panels as part of clean energy plan
The Defense Department will install solar panels on the Pentagon, part of the Biden administration’s plan to promote clean energy and “reestablish the federal government as a sustainability leader.” The Pentagon is one of 31 government sites that are receiving $104 million in Energy Department grants that are expected to double the amount of carbon-free … Continue reading Pentagon to install rooftop photovoltaic solar panels as part of clean energy plan
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ACP Statement on BLM Roadmap for Solar Development Across Western U.S.
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from ACP Chief Policy Officer Frank Macchiarola after the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) published its draft Western Solar Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS): “Solar energy had a strong year in 2023 and looks to build on that upward … Continue reading ACP Statement on BLM Roadmap for Solar Development Across Western U.S.
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80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%
EIA expects two years of significant growth in solar electric generation in the United States. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects solar electric generation will account for 7% of total U.S. electricity generation in 2025, up from 4% in 2023, according to its January Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO). Developers have reported that almost 80 … Continue reading 80 gigawatts of photovoltaic solar power will come online over the next two years, increasing U.S. solar generating capacity by 84%
Continue readingNaturgy begins its second photovoltaic in the United States
The Grimes project, with an investment of more than 285 million euros, will have a power of 210 MW that will supply renewable energy to more than 140,000 homes in the State of Texas. Naturgy continues to grow in the US with the start of construction of the Grimes project, its second large photovoltaic installation … Continue reading Naturgy begins its second photovoltaic in the United States
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Photovoltaic solar power will supply almost all growth in U.S. electricity generation through 2025
We expect solar electric generation will be the leading source of growth in the U.S. electric power sector. In our January Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), which contains new forecast data through December 2025, we forecast new capacity will boost the solar share of total generation to 5.6% in 2024 and 7.0% in 2025, up from … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar power will supply almost all growth in U.S. electricity generation through 2025
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GE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project
Expected to be the largest wind power project in US history, powered by GE’s next generation workhorse turbine 3.6-154.Record order for GE wind with 674 wind turbines, providing 2.4 GW of power generation, bringing GE Vernova installed base with Pattern Energy to 4.3 GW. Reinforces GE Vernova’s commitment to revitalize and enhance American manufacturing – … Continue reading GE Vernova announces 2.4 GW wind turbine order for Pattern Energy’s SunZia wind project
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BOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is inviting the public to review and comment on a draft potential development of six wind lease areas offshore New York and New Jersey, in an area known as … Continue reading BOEM Announces Review of Future Development of Wind Energy Lease Areas Offshore New York and New Jersey
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Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
Florida has the potential to become a leader in the use of clean, renewable energy sources. With its abundance of sunshine and access to wind resources, the state can take advantage of these natural advantages to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Investing in renewable energy infrastructure not only benefits the environment but also creates … Continue reading Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
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Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project announces reset
Equinor and bp today announced an agreement with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate (OREC) Agreement for the Empire Wind 2 project, an offshore wind project in the US with potential generative capacity of 1,260 MW. This agreement reflects changed economic circumstances on … Continue reading Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project announces reset
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Iberdrola starts commissioning Vineyard Wind I, the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S.
Iberdrola has started to commission the Vineyard Wind I offshore wind farm – the first large-scale project of this technology in the United States. The facility, with 806 MW of capacity, has already begun to supply green energy to Massachusetts, a state that will be supplied with wind energy to more than 400,000 homes – … Continue reading Iberdrola starts commissioning Vineyard Wind I, the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S.
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Consumers Energy begins operations at 201 MW wind farm
Consumers Energy, a Michigan-based utility company, has announced the start of operations at its 201-megawatt (MW) Gratiot Farms Wind Project, located in the state’s Gratiot County. The wind farm consists of 60 wind turbines and is capable of generating enough clean energy to power approximately 66,000 households. The completion of the Gratiot Farms Wind Project … Continue reading Consumers Energy begins operations at 201 MW wind farm
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CIP and Avangrid Announce First Power from Vineyard Wind 1
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), a global leader in greenfield renewable energy investments, and Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that power from the Vineyard Wind project was delivered to the New England grid for the first time. As part of the initial commissioning process, … Continue reading CIP and Avangrid Announce First Power from Vineyard Wind 1
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Vestas secures order for 135 MW wind project in the US developed by Steelhead Americas
Vestas has received a 135 MW order for an undisclosed wind farm in the US. The order consists of 30 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, Vestas’ newest high capacity factor wind turbine and the project has been developed by Steelhead Americas, the North American development arm of Vestas. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning … Continue reading Vestas secures order for 135 MW wind project in the US developed by Steelhead Americas
Continue readingVestas secures an order for 242 wind turbines and 1,089 MW of wind power with Pattern Energy in the US.
Vestas has secured a firm order from Pattern Energy to power a significant portion of its SunZia Wind project in New Mexico, USA, as revealed in Company Announcement no. 20/2023, dated December 27, 2023. This is Vestas’ largest order to date in the US market and the largest single land project worldwide. The 1.1 GW … Continue reading Vestas secures an order for 242 wind turbines and 1,089 MW of wind power with Pattern Energy in the US.
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Pattern Energy Closes $11 Billion Financing of Largest Clean Energy Infrastructure Project in U.S. History
Full construction underway on SunZia Transmission and SunZia Wind, bringing clean power to 3 million Americans and over $20 billion in expected economic impacts. Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Energy), a leader in renewable energy and transmission infrastructure, has closed an $11 billion non-recourse financing and begun full construction of SunZia Transmission and SunZia Wind, … Continue reading Pattern Energy Closes $11 Billion Financing of Largest Clean Energy Infrastructure Project in U.S. History
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Contrary to what some politicians like Trump claim, offshore wind energy does not kill whales
Offshore wind farms have been a topic of debate lately, with some politicians claiming they pose a threat to marine life, particularly whales. However, a closer look at the research and scientific evidence reveals that these claims are unfounded. In fact, offshore wind farms have been found to have minimal impact on whales and other … Continue reading Contrary to what some politicians like Trump claim, offshore wind energy does not kill whales
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