If you’d like a good barometer reading of the wind energy industry, look no further than the companies at the end of the industry supply chain, the turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). That’s the premise behind a Closing General Session panel taking place this afternoon that has become a WINDPOWER staple and one of the … Continue reading Top wind turbine manufacturers to discuss their expectations for future
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New wind turbines to expand wind power to whole U.S.
The next-generation of larger wind turbines can unlock previously untapped wind resources in regions about one-fifth of the United States, making wind energy capable of generating electricity in all the 50 U.S. states, said a report released here Tuesday. U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz released the Enabling Wind Power Nationwide at the opening session … Continue reading New wind turbines to expand wind power to whole U.S.
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Chinese companies eye U.S. wind power market
“After completing the construction of 14 wind turbines this year, Haizhuang plans to build 25 to 50 turbines in the United States next year,” said Yang Benxin, chairman of CSIC (Chongqing) Haizhuang Windpower Equipment at the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference and Exhibition. WINDPOWER 2015, the largest annual wind energy trade show in the western hemisphere, attracts … Continue reading Chinese companies eye U.S. wind power market
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Industry leaders: “Get the word out” about the power of wind energy
The wind energy industry must get across its good-news story to the nation and decisionmakers as it continues to drive down the cost of its product by as much as another 25 percent and push for appropriate and stable policy, industry leaders said at the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition in Orlando, Fla. “We are … Continue reading Industry leaders: “Get the word out” about the power of wind energy
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WINDPOWER offer visions of ‘Next Frontier’ for wind energy
Of several emerging possibilities, what’s going to dominate the next phase of U.S. wind power expansion? That’s the question attendees at a WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exposition session Tuesday afternoon were asked, following presentations from speakers arguing on behalf of: New transmission lines (Jayshree Desai, Clean Line Energy Partners) Low-wind-speed turbine technology (Brian Healer, RES … Continue reading WINDPOWER offer visions of ‘Next Frontier’ for wind energy
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New AWEA Board Chair: Time for presidential candidates to back American wind power for its economic benefits
Coming off a year in which the industry added 23,000 jobs and put $23 billion of private investment behind 100 wind projects, new AWEA Board Chair Mike Garland declared it’s time for the industry to start flexing its muscle. “From the smallest companies to the largest, we have a shared responsibility to make this vision … Continue reading New AWEA Board Chair: Time for presidential candidates to back American wind power for its economic benefits
Continue readingWind energy to spread to U.S. 50 states
All 50 states could become wind energy producers, according to an Energy Department report released Tuesday, once the next generation of larger, taller turbines in development hits the market. More than 1,000 American wind turbines are already accessing higher wind resources with towers reaching 100 meters or more above the ground, rather than the 80 … Continue reading Wind energy to spread to U.S. 50 states
Continue readingWind energy industry must exercise its muscle
One of a new “Windsights” series highlighting insights from the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition – in the words of the experts themselves. Michael Garland, President and CEO of Pattern Energy Group Inc. and the new AWEA Board of Directors Chair, will moderate the Wind Industry Leaders Panel at this morning’s general session. With all of the benefits … Continue reading Wind energy industry must exercise its muscle
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You can be an investor in a wind farm through new “YieldCos”
The clean energy industry has matured so much that you can now be an investor in wind and solar projects through so-called “YieldCos” that have gained popularity in recent years. By investing in YieldCos, you can help fund clean energy projects while benefiting from the long term cash flows they generate. What is a YieldCo? … Continue reading You can be an investor in a wind farm through new “YieldCos”
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Understanding the value of improved wind energy forecasts
One of a new “Windsights” series highlighting insights from the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition – in the words of the experts themselves. When considering the wind energy integration challenges faced by the industry just ten years ago, it is incredible to think where we are today. The main Texas grid system (ERCOT) regularly sets new wind … Continue reading Understanding the value of improved wind energy forecasts
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WINDPOWER 2015 launches in Orlando as wind energy industry elects new leadership
Just miles from where NASA launches rockets to explore the final frontier, wind power developers, manufacturers, workers, executives and more from around the world gather today for a four-day exploration into what’s next for wind energy in the U.S. The WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition of the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) kicks off this … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2015 launches in Orlando as wind energy industry elects new leadership
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Clean The World
It is such an honor to have been selected by the American Wind Energy Association as the corporate social responsibility partner for the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition in Orlando. Clean the World has a dual mission that involves both environmental and health components. We lead the “Global Hygiene Revolution” to distribute recycled soap and … Continue reading Clean The World
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YieldCos a wind energy game changer
One of a new series highlighting insights from the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition – in the words of the experts themselves. One of the most exciting trends in wind energy today is that you can now own stock directly in wind power, and that’s significant for a number of reasons. You might even call it … Continue reading YieldCos a wind energy game changer
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An edifying moment for an aspiring videographer on wind energy
When I first decided to take part in Iberdrola Renewables’ “Why is wind energy important?” contest, I looked at it as just another video contest. I do video contests often, and I figured the concept that Iberdrola asked filmmakers to address was one that I could make a fairly decent video out of. That was … Continue reading An edifying moment for an aspiring videographer on wind energy
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WINDPOWER 2015 photo contest winners
Our photo contest “Wind Is Power” has closed, thanks to everyone who participated! Here are the winners, who will be displayed at the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition in Orlando, Florida from May 18-21. For the category of Workers in Wind, our first place winner is Ed Collier: Our first runner-up is Siemens: And our … Continue reading WINDPOWER 2015 photo contest winners
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Wind energy is a top-choice energy source
Most industry members and advocates know that wind power is a top-choice energy source. It’s affordable, it’s reliable, and it’s clean. But how does one impress that extraordinary combination of attributes upon the world? One speaker at the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition will shed some light on this question. Jonah Berger, Wharton School of … Continue reading Wind energy is a top-choice energy source
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O&M expenses present opportunity to lower cost of wind power
One of a new “Windsights” series highlighting insights from the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition – in the words of the experts themselves. A leading indication of wind energy’s impressive performance as a mainstream and competitive energy source is its continually lowering cost. The cost of wind energy dropped by over 50 percent between 2009 and 2013. … Continue reading O&M expenses present opportunity to lower cost of wind power
Continue readingAnti-wind bill would hurt jobs, families’ access to clean power
“Hey man, what are you thinking? Why would you do this?” Gary Kanaby says he would ask Representative Bill Flores of Texas. The Congressman has cosponsored a bill that would eliminate a common-sense renewable energy policy and put his own constituents, like Gary, in a precarious position. Your legislator may be considering signing on to … Continue reading Anti-wind bill would hurt jobs, families’ access to clean power
Continue readingFlorida’s wind energy purchase shows it is perfect for WINDPOWER
A recent purchase of wind energy from a Florida utility highlights one reason why the WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition (May 18-21) will be held in Orlando. Florida is emblematic of wind energy’s growth, in that today the industry’s presence is increasingly palpable in yet another state not historically known for the affordable and clean … Continue reading Florida’s wind energy purchase shows it is perfect for WINDPOWER
Continue readingUS Energy Secretary, Dr Ernest Moniz, to address at American Wind Energy Association Conference
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) is excited to announce that for the first time ever, the US Secretary of Energy will join us at the AWEA WINDPOWER 2015 Conference & Exhibition. Specifically, Dr Ernest Moniz will address conference attendees during the Welcome & Opening Session on Tuesday, May 19. Dr Moniz, who addressed attendees … Continue reading US Energy Secretary, Dr Ernest Moniz, to address at American Wind Energy Association Conference
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