New York’s aggressive efforts to expand its clean energy economy are continuing to produce impressive results, with the state ranking third in the nation in new solar capacity during the first quarter of 2015. New York trailed only California and Nevada in Q1, according to the recently released U.S. Solar Market Insight Report compiled by … Continue reading New York Experiences Explosive Solar Power Growth in First Quarter of 2015
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New York state generated record amount of wind power last week
New York state generated a record amount of wind power the afternoon of March 2, according to the New York Independent System Operator in North Greenbush. Wind farms across the state reached 1,524 megawatts of output at 1 p.m. on that day. Wind gusts reached 51 mph that day in the Capital Region. That amount … Continue reading New York state generated record amount of wind power last week
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Wind Power Could Reduce Pollution By Nine Coal Plants in New York
The carbon pollution from approximately nine coal plants could be eliminated in New York if wind power supplied 30 percent of the nation’s electricity needs, according to a new analysis by Environment New York. The analysis comes just as Congress considers whether to renew tax credits critical to wind development. “Wind power can replace … Continue reading Wind Power Could Reduce Pollution By Nine Coal Plants in New York
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Marsh Hill Wind Energy Center in New York with 10 GE 1.6-103 wind turbines
Invenergy has announced that its 16.2 MW Marsh Hill Wind Energy Center is now online. Located in Jasper, N.Y., Marsh Hill consists of 10 GE 1.6-103 wind turbines. “We’re delighted to host Invenergy’s Marsh Hill wind farm,” says Jasper Town Supervisor Lucille Kernan. “The project is a large investment in Jasper, and the long-term payments … Continue reading Marsh Hill Wind Energy Center in New York with 10 GE 1.6-103 wind turbines
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Invenergy Announces Start of Commercial Operations at Orangeville Wind Farm in New York
Invenergy Wind LLC has announced the completion of construction and start of commercial operations of its 94 MW Orangeville Wind Farm, located in Wyoming County, N.Y. The turbine maker GE took steps to replace affected blades across its fleet, and in December 2013, Invenergy announced it was resuming work on the Orangeville project. “Orangeville Wind … Continue reading Invenergy Announces Start of Commercial Operations at Orangeville Wind Farm in New York
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SunEdison and Mayor Bloomberg Introduce New York City
SunEdison (NYSE: SUNE), one of the world’s largest solar energy providers, last week introduced an innovative renewable energy project in partnership with America’s largest city. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, alongside SunEdison officials, unveiled a progressive partnership to build what will be the City’s largest solar energy project. “Freshkills was once the site … Continue reading SunEdison and Mayor Bloomberg Introduce New York City
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New York’s Bloomberg Calls for More Electric Vehicle Charging
In his twelfth and final State of the City address, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg called to make the city a national leader in electric vehicles. He will start with a pilot for curbside Level III fast chargers. More importantly, Bloomberg will change the building code so that up to 20 percent of new … Continue reading New York’s Bloomberg Calls for More Electric Vehicle Charging
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