Siemens announces that it will supply 21 wind turbines to NJR Clean Energy Ventures (NJRCEV), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NJR), for the 48-megawatt, Kansas-based Alexander wind project, located in Rush, Kan. A service and maintenance agreement was also signed to help ensure the turbines operate at optimal levels. NJRCEV will be investing up … Continue reading Siemens Receives Wind Power Order for 48-MW Alexander Wind Farm in Kansas
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Siemens receives wind power order for 48-MW Alexander wind farm in Kansas
Siemens announces that it will supply 21 wind turbines to NJR Clean Energy Ventures (NJRCEV), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NJR), for the 48-megawatt Alexander wind farm, located in Rush, Kansas. A service and maintenance agreement was also signed to help ensure the wind turbines operate at optimal levels. NJRCEV is responsible for constructing, … Continue reading Siemens receives wind power order for 48-MW Alexander wind farm in Kansas
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The biggest wind farm in Kansas
Wind energy generation in Kansas increased at nearly double the national average during 2013. The state’s existing wind power projects are featured on a new list. Wind energy potential in Kansas is estimated to be 952,371 megawatts, making it the second-best wind resource in the country, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Such … Continue reading The biggest wind farm in Kansas
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Abengoa making ethanol from crop waste in Kansas
U.S. Secretary of Energy Dr. Ernest Moniz, Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and Kansas Senator Pat Roberts offer remarks during on-site event commemorating landmark occasion for advanced biofuels industry. Abengoa’s proprietary enzymatic hydrolysis technology turns crop residue (stalks, stems and leaves) into a sustainable fuel source – cellulosic ethanol. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B/P SM /NASDAQ: … Continue reading Abengoa making ethanol from crop waste in Kansas
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Yahoo Leader’s Purchase of Wind Energy Will Expand Sustainability Efforts
OwnEnergy, a national leader in the development of mid-sized wind farms, today announced that it has entered into a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Yahoo!, Inc. Under the terms of the PPA, Yahoo will purchase wind power which will be used to offset much of Yahoo’s energy usage in the Great Plains region. “It’s … Continue reading Yahoo Leader’s Purchase of Wind Energy Will Expand Sustainability Efforts
Continue readingKansas wind power industry set to take off
Kansas has nearly 3,000 megawatts of wind energy capacity in 25 wind farms, placing it among the top states in the nation. This year started slowly, with months going by with little activity. But at this point, there are four wind farms under construction, with about 475 megawatts of capacity. They are Slate Creek wind … Continue reading Kansas wind power industry set to take off
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Keep Kansas’ renewable energy mandate and the benefits of wind energy
Despite Gov. Sam Brownback’s sudden lack of support for it, the renewable energy mandate in Kansas deserves to be kept in place. The Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires the state to get at least 20 percent of its electric power from sources such as the sun and wind by 2020. It has created thousands of … Continue reading Keep Kansas’ renewable energy mandate and the benefits of wind energy
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Missouri utilities look to Kansas for wind energy
Two Missouri utilities are looking to Kansas companies to help meet carbon dioxide emission targets proposed by a federal agency. In June, the Environmental Protection Agency released a proposal that offered specific emission targets for each state, the first of which would kick in by 2020. The rule is expected to be finalized next year, … Continue reading Missouri utilities look to Kansas for wind energy
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Gamesa wind energy signs two wind power agreements for the supply of 290 MW of wind turbines in the United States and Mexico
In the USA, Gamesa will supply 95 G114-2.0 MW wind turbines to EDPR for the Waverly wind farm in Kansas. Gamesa will also install 50 G97-2.0 MW wind turbines at a wind farm located in central Mexico. Gamesa, a global technology leader in the wind energy industry, has signed two firm orders to supply 290 … Continue reading Gamesa wind energy signs two wind power agreements for the supply of 290 MW of wind turbines in the United States and Mexico
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EDF Renewable Energy confirms wind energy order with Vestas for 450 megawatts
EDF Renewable Energy (EDF RE) has placed a firm order with Vestas for 450 megawatt (MW) of wind turbines, for wind farm projects in New Mexico and Kansas. The wind power order is part of the Master Supply Agreement (MSA) announced in September 2013. “EDF Renewable Energy is pleased to be working with Vestas to … Continue reading EDF Renewable Energy confirms wind energy order with Vestas for 450 megawatts
Continue readingEDF Renewable Energy Signs Power Purchase Agreement with Great Plains Energy for 150-MW Slate Creek Wind Farm
EDF Renewable Energy (EDF RE) today announced the company has entered into a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Great Plains Energy (NYSE: GXP), parent company of Midwestern utilities, Kansas City Power & Light and KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations, for the 150-megawatt (MW) Slate Creek Wind Farm in Kansas. Slate Creek Wind Project, located … Continue reading EDF Renewable Energy Signs Power Purchase Agreement with Great Plains Energy for 150-MW Slate Creek Wind Farm
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Vestas secures 450 MW for two wind power projects under EDF Renewable Energy master supply agreement in U.S.
EDF Renewable Energy places order for 75 V110-2.0 MW wind turbines for the 150 MW Slate Creek Wind Farm in Kansas; and for 150 V100-2.0 MW wind turbines for the 300 MW Roosevelt Wind Farm in New Mexico. Vestas has received two orders for a total of 450 MW for two projects in the United … Continue reading Vestas secures 450 MW for two wind power projects under EDF Renewable Energy master supply agreement in U.S.
Continue readingWind power puts Kansas on the right track
The Environmental Protection Agency has released a proposal that will place limits on carbon dioxide emissions for existing power plants. Fortunately for Kansans, our wind power expertise means we’re well prepared for a new, low-carbon future. Kansas wind power avoided more than 4.3 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in 2013, more than 10 … Continue reading Wind power puts Kansas on the right track
Continue readingEnel Green Power North America Reaches 75% Ownership of Buffalo Dunes Wind Farm
Enel Green Power North America, Inc. signed an agreement to purchase, from a GE Capital subsidiary, an additional 26% of the company operating the 250 MW Buffalo Dunes wind farm, located in Kansas, for approximately 60 million US dollars. The transaction will be closed following approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Enel Green Power … Continue reading Enel Green Power North America Reaches 75% Ownership of Buffalo Dunes Wind Farm
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Kansas beginning to live up to wind power potential
The American Wind Energy Association visited Lenexa to showcase the state’s progress as the trade group released its annual U.S. Wind Energy Annual Market Report. Kansas moved up a notch to No. 8 among states in the amount of installed wind energy capacity and was No. 6 in the total amount of electricity generated by … Continue reading Kansas beginning to live up to wind power potential
Continue readingKansas to see growth in wind power
The wind energy industry in Kansas will see strong growth this year, according to the American Wind Energy Association. About 700 megawatts of new wind farms are now under construction in Kansas, with more likely to be added this year, according to the U.S. Wind Industry Fourth Quarter 2013 Market Report. The state has nearly … Continue reading Kansas to see growth in wind power
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Kansans love wind energy, stability for Vestas, and the State of the Union
The weekend is approaching, and Kansans want more wind power, Vestas predicts stability in the turbine market, and the State of the Union gets set to tackle energy and climate challenges. A poll conducted by North Star Opinion Research shows Kansas voters want more renewable energy, and in a big way:
Continue readingKansas support for wind energy is support for economy
As we look forward to 2014 and beyond, it is important we remember some of the exciting developments that have contributed to a stronger Kansas economy. Early last year, we welcomed a Mars manufacturing facility to Topeka. One of the major reasons for such developments, in addition to our tax structure and excellent work force, … Continue reading Kansas support for wind energy is support for economy
Continue readingBroadwind Energy Inc. : Kansas City Light and Power plans to amplify wind energy conservation
As more wind farm projects begin operations in the U.S., the shift toward wind energy conservation becomes a bigger concern for energy companies. Utility and electric companies are seeing the major trends in shifting away from the typical CO2 emitting coal-powered plants to more renewable energy resources. One of the most prolific renewable energy sources … Continue reading Broadwind Energy Inc. : Kansas City Light and Power plans to amplify wind energy conservation
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EDP RENOVAVEIS : EDPR secures PPA for new 200 MW wind farm in the US
EDP Renewables (EDP Renewables, Euronext: EDPR), a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the world’s third-largest wind energy producer, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC, signed a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”) with Kansas City Power & Light Company to sell the renewable energy produced from its 200 MW … Continue reading EDP RENOVAVEIS : EDPR secures PPA for new 200 MW wind farm in the US
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