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Ohio Utilities Seek Solar And Renewable Energy Credits
FirstEnergy Corp. has announced a request for proposals (RFP) to purchase both Ohio-compliant solar renewable energy credits (SRECs) and renewable energy credits (RECs) for its Ohio utilities: Ohio...
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Is The Tide Turning On State-Level Solar Policy Fights?
After a bruising 2015 with solar policy setbacks in key states, 2016 has seen multiple policy wins across the U.S. Utilities continue filing requests to increase fixed charges, but reports show...
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U.S. Nuclear Power Is Losing Race With Renewables
Nuclear power is rapidly losing the race with renewable energy sources in the U.S., according to the nonprofit group SUN DAY Campaign, which cites two new reports from the Federal Energy Regulatory...
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Paris Agreement Reaches Key Milestone
After the European Union (EU) formally joined the Paris Agreement this week, the global climate deal is set to enter into force much earlier than almost anyone had anticipated. The U.S., China, India...
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Report: Supergrids Have Big Potential, Many Barriers
As global demand for electricity continues to grow, and as concerns over climate change mount, the importance of meeting power needs while reducing costs and climate impacts is increasing. One emerging...
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ABB Launches Integrated Microgrid Solution
ABB has announced a modular and scalable “plug and play” microgrid solution. The Switzerland-based technology company says the solution is relevant for mature and emerging countries and will help...
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Study Highlights Rise Of Microgrid Partnerships
Microgrids are one of the hottest topics in the renewable energy world, and there is increasing interest in strategic partnerships in the microgrid market, according to a report from consultancy...
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Xcel To Double Renewables, Cut Coal In Minn.
On Thursday, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) unanimously approved Xcel Energy’s 15-year Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which includes goals to more than double the utility’s renewable...
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Canadian Study Highlights Growth Of Non-Hydro Renewables
Canada is currently generating nearly two-thirds of its electricity from renewable energy sources, according to a new report released by the National Energy Board (NEB), an independent federal...
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Governor Highlights Virginia’s Energy Progress At School Solar Project
On Thursday, Gov. Terry McAuliffe, D-Va., unveiled an update to the 2014 Virginia Energy Plan at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new solar installation at Monticello High School in Albemarle County....
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Global Smart Grid And Battery Storage VC Funding Plunges In Q3
The smart grid, battery storage and energy-efficiency sectors collectively raised only $102 million in venture capital (VC) funding during the third quarter of this year (Q3’16) – down from the $433...
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IEA Increases Renewable Energy Forecast Amid Record Growth
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has announced it is significantly increasing its five-year growth forecast for renewables, thanks to strong policy support in key countries and sharp cost...
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Most ‘Attractive’ Renewables Markets: U.S. Stays No. 1, Europe Advances
The U.S. has yet again maintained its No. 1 spot as the most enticing renewable energy market for investors in EY’s latest Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index (RECAI). Notably, however,...
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SEPA Appoints Three Industry Execs New Board Members
The Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) has welcomed three new members to its board of directors. According to SEPA, the board consists of 21 members representing a cross-section of energy industry...
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Canadian Government Makes 100% Renewables Commitment
The Canadian federal government has committed to powering all of its buildings and operations using renewable energy sources by 2025. The goal is in support of a broader target to reduce the...
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Women Of Wind Energy Expands Into Solar, Other Cleantech
Women of Wind Energy (WoWE), an organization that has long promoted the education, professional development and advancement of women in the wind industry, is opening its programs and services to go...
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Alberta Plans To Add 5 GW Of Renewables By 2030
On the heels of the Canadian government’s announcement to power its buildings and operations with 100% renewables by 2025, the government of Alberta is taking its own clean energy pledge by launching...
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Feds Finalize Rule For Renewables Development On Public Lands
U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Sally Jewell has announced that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized its rule governing solar and wind energy development on public lands....
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IKEA Plans Illinois’ Largest Rooftop Solar Project
Home furnishings retailer IKEA has announced plans to install solar panels atop its Midwest distribution center, which is under construction in Joliet, Ill. The company says that, once completed in...
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NRG Acquires Solar And Wind Assets From SunEdison
NRG Energy has wrapped up the previously announced acquisition of a large renewable project portfolio in the U.S. from bankrupt SunEdison.In September, NRG revealed that it had received court approval...
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