Duke Energy today announced a $500 million commitment to a major expansion of solar power in North Carolina. This culminates the company’s request for proposals (RFP) issued in February 2014 for new solar capacity. It will help Duke Energy further its commitment to renewable energy, diversify its energy portfolio and meet North Carolina’s Renewable Energy … Continue reading Duke Energy Expands Solar Energy Use
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North Carolina coast considered for offshore wind energy
The federal U.S. government said it outlined three areas off the coast of North Carolina as potential sites for commercial wind energy development. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management said more than 307,000 acres off the coast could be developed for wind energy. So far, the agency has awarded five commercial wind energy leases for … Continue reading North Carolina coast considered for offshore wind energy
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Independent grid operator study confirms wind power’s economic, environmental value
New research released by an independent grid operator confirms that wind energy is drastically decreasing both the price of electricity and emissions of harmful pollutants. The study was led by PJM, the independent grid operator for all or parts of 13 Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes states (Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, North … Continue reading Independent grid operator study confirms wind power’s economic, environmental value
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North Carolina voters support onshore and offshore wind energy
North Carolina voters strongly support the increased use of clean energy sources like wind energy and solar power, according to poll results released by the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA). The poll found that 82.6% of respondents – including 89% of Democrats, 81.6% of Independents and 75.7% of Republicans – said state leaders and … Continue reading North Carolina voters support onshore and offshore wind energy
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North Carolina Gov. backs wind energy
Gov. Pat McCrory has officially gone on record supporting the U.S. Department of Interior’s efforts to create offshore wind energy sites in North Carolina. Meanwhile, federal authorities have extended the time people have to comment on proposed leases for offshore wind energy along the North Carolina coast. The governor sent a letter to the Bureau … Continue reading North Carolina Gov. backs wind energy
Continue readingGov. McCrory embraces offshore wind energy in North Carolina
Republican Gov. Pat McCrory asserted his political independence on energy policy this week by throwing his support behind developing wind power in North Carolina. McCrory notified the feds that he endorses the Obama Administration’s efforts to develop offshore wind power. The newly installed governor is making his pro-wind overture at a time that his Republican … Continue reading Gov. McCrory embraces offshore wind energy in North Carolina
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North Carolina Wind Energy Supply Chain Workshop Announced
Manufacturers interested in learning about the opportunities created by joining the wind energy supply chain are encouraged to attend the North Carolina Wind Energy Supply Chain Workshop on Tuesday, September 18 at NC State University. This one-day workshop— made possible by a partnership between the NC State University Industrial Extension Services, BlueGreen Alliance Foundation, GLWN, … Continue reading North Carolina Wind Energy Supply Chain Workshop Announced
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