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ACP Welcomes COLLABORATE Act to Enhance Offshore Wind Development

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced the COLLABORATE Act to improve the offshore wind development process: “Simply put, the East Coast needs offshore wind power development to meet the surging demand for electricity. The American Clean Power Association commends … Continue reading ACP Welcomes COLLABORATE Act to Enhance Offshore Wind Development

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U.S. photovoltaic (PV) production resumes for first time since 2019, as solar module manufacturing sets record in Q3.

The United States added a record-breaking 9.3 gigawatts (GW) of new solar module manufacturing capacity in Q3 2024. At full capacity, U.S. solar module factories can produce enough to meet nearly all demand for solar in the United States. According to the U.S. Solar Market Insight Q4 2024 report released today by the Solar Energy … Continue reading U.S. photovoltaic (PV) production resumes for first time since 2019, as solar module manufacturing sets record in Q3.

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ACP Statement on COP Approval for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) approved the Construction and Operations Plan for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project. Located off Maryland and Delaware, the project will generate up to 2 GW of renewable energy, powering more … Continue reading ACP Statement on COP Approval for US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project

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The United States added a record-breaking 9.3 gigawatts (GW) of new solar module manufacturing capacity in Q3 2024. At full capacity, U.S. solar module factories can produce enough to meet nearly all demand for solar in the United States. According to the U.S. Solar Market Insight Q4 2024 report released today by the Solar Energy … Continue reading

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American Clean Energy Breaks Records, Largest Q3 Ever

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released its latest Clean Power Quarterly Market Report, detailing a surge in clean energy deployment during Q3 2024, with 10.2 GW of clean energy capacity coming online. This record-setting quarter positions the industry to achieve a historic year in 2024, underscoring the strength of American clean power. Year-to-date … Continue reading American Clean Energy Breaks Records, Largest Q3 Ever

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What does a second Trump term mean for US photovoltaic solar?

A second Donald Trump presidency will have a big impact on the energy transition. The Biden administration’s landmark climate bill the Inflation Reduction Act had incentives for domestic solar manufacturing and installations. Tearing up the act could slow down the exponential growth in the sector. Sylvia Martinez is a principal analyst at Wood Mackenzie. She’s … Continue reading What does a second Trump term mean for US photovoltaic solar?

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US photovoltaics (PV) on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024

Sunny times ahead for US PV as installation is projected to reach 32 GW in 2024.The US renewable energy sector is expected to end 2024 on a high as a new industry report projects a massive 32 GW of photovoltaic (PV) installation for the year, according to data released by the American Clean Power Association … Continue reading US photovoltaics (PV) on track for record 32 GW installations in 2024

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Potential tariffs from US could hinder its photovoltaic sector

US trade officials announced on Friday a preliminary decision to set a new round of tariffs on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian nations, with calculated dumping duties of between 21.31 and 271.2 percent, depending on the company, on solar cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, Reuters reported. If these preliminary rates are … Continue reading Potential tariffs from US could hinder its photovoltaic sector

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US sets tariffs on photovoltaic from Southeast Asian countries

US trade officials on Friday announced a new round of tariffs on imports of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels from four Southeast Asian countries after American manufacturers complained that companies from those countries are flooding the market with unfairly cheap products.It is the second of two preliminary decisions President Joe Biden’s Commerce Department is making this … Continue reading US sets tariffs on photovoltaic from Southeast Asian countries

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TotalEnergies puts a large offshore wind project on hold in New York after Donald Trump’s victory

The French company argued that it would wait “four years” for another president more favorable to wind turbines. The wind farm was approved as part of the Biden administration’s green policy, which the president-elect pledged to reevaluate.TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne announced that the company would put “on hold” its project to develop an offshore wind … Continue reading TotalEnergies puts a large offshore wind project on hold in New York after Donald Trump’s victory

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Agrivoltaics 101 Resources Provide a Guide Toward Implementation

Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) has helped numerous communities plan for and implement agrivoltaic systems, and technical assistance providers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) are working to share key learnings from those projects with other communities looking to follow in their footsteps. Agrivoltaics allow for the dual use of land through the deployment … Continue reading Agrivoltaics 101 Resources Provide a Guide Toward Implementation

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NREL Notice of Intent Invites US Manufacturers To Develop Next-Generation Distributed Wind Energy Technology

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has issued a notice of intent under the Competitiveness Improvement Project (CIP), calling for U.S. manufacturers of small- and medium-sized wind turbine technology to develop project ideas and teams in preparation for a 2025 request for proposals (RFP). NREL also invites interested parties to register to attend a two-day … Continue reading NREL Notice of Intent Invites US Manufacturers To Develop Next-Generation Distributed Wind Energy Technology

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Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

The research firm Wood Mackenzie published an analysis on what the impact of the Republican victory should be. The renewable capacity of the United States will grow by more than 240 GW by 2030.Renewable energy technologies in the United States will remain competitive for the next four years despite the uncertainties generated by Donald Trump’s … Continue reading Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

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New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced the release of the inaugural Solar Market Monitor, a market analysis of the domestic utility-scale solar industry produced by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The new report includes projections of a record-breaking year for solar, with over 32 GW of installations for 2024. The new report marks a … Continue reading New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

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RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

RWE, a leading renewable energy company, and Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced a new partnership to strategically advance renewable energy projects by repurposing reclaimed land previously used for mining. This partnership brings together RWE’s expertise in developing and operating clean energy projects and Peabody’s significant land resources, particularly in the Midwest, as well as its industry-leading … Continue reading RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

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Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity

NREL collects detailed data on the interactions among habitat, pollinators, soil, and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production. The growth in utility-scale solar development is leading to questions about how best to use the land underneath solar panels and what impacts solar installations have on soil and habitat. An increasingly common practice is to establish habitat … Continue reading Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity

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What does the wind energy horizon look like?

A new study examines the effects of wind turbines on our visual landscape, Most Americans—between 70% and 90%—are in favor of harnessing wind power. That is according to one study looking at decades of public acceptance of wind energy nationally. But wind power projects can sometimes be stifled by local opposition, in part because of … Continue reading What does the wind energy horizon look like?

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Lighting the way for photovoltaic (PV): How NREL helps communities harness the benefits of agrivoltaic solar power, agriculture, and ecosystems

NREL research helps farmers, local communities, and global partners navigate the complexities of bringing agrivoltaic solar power to remote areas. With their reflective, smooth glass sheen, stiff metal posts, and electric wiring, you might be surprised to learn that solar fields can be sites of thriving biodiversity, regenerative agriculture, and community bonding. Three years ago, … Continue reading Lighting the way for photovoltaic (PV): How NREL helps communities harness the benefits of agrivoltaic solar power, agriculture, and ecosystems

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Trump tariffs are coming, but some Chinese companies may already know how to avoid them

Some experts liken tariffs to a game of whack-a-mole, with trade flows simply rerouted if the potential rewards are big enough. Businesses are bracing for the economic impact of a second Trump presidency, which, if his campaign promises are to be believed, will mean tariffs across nearly all imports to the US, especially those from … Continue reading Trump tariffs are coming, but some Chinese companies may already know how to avoid them

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The impact of Republican control on US energy policy and the IRA

We expect renewables to remain competitive, and while protectionism will rise, a full repeal of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is unlikely. Following the US election, our experts from across the energy sector have worked to produce a cross-commodity report – ‘A second Trump administration Part 2: A deep dive into energy and commodities‘ – outlining … Continue reading The impact of Republican control on US energy policy and the IRA

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