This week, at the American Wind Energy Association’s (AWEA) WINDPOWER 2015 conference and exhibition, GE’s Energy Consulting business (NYSE: GE) presented the results of the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Phase 3 (WWSIS-3). The study, a collaborative effort between the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and GE, showed that, with the use of good, … Continue reading GE Energy Consulting Study Shows Western Grid Can Withstand Disturbances under High Renewable Penetrations
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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
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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
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
Continue readingU.S. wind energy accelerates record growth in first quarter
Strong growth in the U.S. wind energy industry accelerated during the first quarter of 2015, with a near-record 13,600 megawatts (MW) of generating capacity under construction across 100 projects in 23 states. This bumper crop of new wind projects will be on display in less than three weeks when over 8,000 are expected to join … Continue reading U.S. wind energy accelerates record growth in first quarter
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Xcel Energy Named No. 1 Utility Wind Energy Provider for 11th Consecutive Year
For the 11th consecutive year, Xcel Energy has been named the country’s top utility wind energy provider by the American Wind Energy Association, a national trade association. For more than a decade, Xcel Energy has led the nation in providing wind energy to its customers. “Xcel Energy is proud to have grown the use of … Continue reading Xcel Energy Named No. 1 Utility Wind Energy Provider for 11th Consecutive Year
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Ten top trends for U.S. wind energy in 2014
American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) released its 2014 U.S. Wind Industry Annual Market Report, which showed the benefits of the 2014 rebound in wind energy. Here are 10 of the top trends in the industry. 1. WIND JOBS REGAINED: 2014 saw a rebound of the wind industry jobs that were lost due to PTC … Continue reading Ten top trends for U.S. wind energy in 2014
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Market grows for wind energy as leading U.S. brands lock in low prices
As the cost of wind energy has dropped by more than half in just five years, there has been a steady increase in U.S. businesses, governmental agencies, and universities making direct investments in wind power to lock in low prices and reduce their carbon footprints. “Successful brands and businesses increasingly see low-cost wind power … Continue reading Market grows for wind energy as leading U.S. brands lock in low prices
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American wind power rebounded in 2014 with 4,850 megawatts in wind energy capacity
The fourth quarter 2014 wind energy industry report released today by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) shows the U.S. industry’s rebound in 2014, with over four times more new wind energy coming online than in 2013. 2014 saw the completion of 4,850 megawatts (MW) in generating capacity, with cumulative installed capacity increasing eight … Continue reading American wind power rebounded in 2014 with 4,850 megawatts in wind energy capacity
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U.S. wind power industry hails progress on new lines for clean energy
With the expected announcement today of a new clean energy power line in New Mexico, the U.S. wind power industry stressed how such infrastructure is to tapping more low-cost renewable energy sources that protect consumers. “We applaud the administration and members of Congress for working through the difficult process of finding solutions to allow for … Continue reading U.S. wind power industry hails progress on new lines for clean energy
Continue readingUS Congress extends policy critical to the success of wind energy
American wind power and tens of thousands of workers in its U.S. supply chain will have a brief opportunity for new projects as the U.S. Senate voted last night to extend a critical incentive for 2014. The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) promised to continue seeking a more stable policy to allow wind energy to … Continue reading US Congress extends policy critical to the success of wind energy
Continue readingAWEA urges wind energy supporters in Congress and White House to work to pass two-year extension of critical tax policies
As Congress considers extensions of tax policies used by a variety of businesses, it is crucial that the renewable energy Production Tax Credit (PTC) and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) be extended at least through 2015 as included in the EXPIRE Act, passed unanimously on a bipartisan basis by the Senate Finance Committee in April. … Continue reading AWEA urges wind energy supporters in Congress and White House to work to pass two-year extension of critical tax policies
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Wind power saves Oklahoma $1.2 billion each year
The American Wind Energy Association analyzed hourly data from the Southwest Power Pool in 2013 and calculated when wind turbines were used to generate electricity, The Oklahoman reported. The pool operates the electric grid and plans transmission for 6.2 million households in parts of nine states. Since wind is free after the turbines are installed, … Continue reading Wind power saves Oklahoma $1.2 billion each year
Continue readingWind power saved customers in Oklahoma more than $1.2 billion last year
A new analysis by the American Wind Energy Association looked at wind generation in the regional grid that includes Oklahoma and found consumers were saving money when wind turbines are used instead of fossil-fuel plants. Wind power saved electricity customers in Oklahoma and surrounding states more than $1.2 billion last year, the American Wind Energy … Continue reading Wind power saved customers in Oklahoma more than $1.2 billion last year
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AWEA hails historic U.S.-China deal to cut carbon pollution, says wind energy can deliver big reductions
The U.S. wind energy industry hailed an historic agreement between U.S. and China Wednesday morning to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of an effort to help fight climate change. The deal says the U.S. will reduce carbon emissions 26 to 28 percent below 2005 levels by 2025 – nearly doubling its current plans. … Continue reading AWEA hails historic U.S.-China deal to cut carbon pollution, says wind energy can deliver big reductions
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Benefits of Texas Wind Energy Estimated to Exceed $3.3 Billion Annually
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has just come out with an analysis highlighting the value of wind energy to the state of Texas, indicating that the overall societal benefits of the wind resource add up to about $3.3 billion annually. The gross annual savings to consumers are estimated at $1.2 billion. As with any … Continue reading Benefits of Texas Wind Energy Estimated to Exceed $3.3 Billion Annually
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