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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Duke Energy and Austin Energy reach milestones with completion of Los Vientos III wind power project
One hundred spinning wind turbines near the Rio Grande in Starr County, Texas, mark a major achievement for Duke Energy as well as its customer, Austin Energy. “The Los Vientos III Windpower Project achieving commercial operation represents a significant milestone for Duke Energy Renewables, as we now have more than 2,000 megawatts of renewable energy … Continue reading Duke Energy and Austin Energy reach milestones with completion of Los Vientos III wind power project
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Los Vientos III Windpower Project achieving operation with 100 Vestas 2 MW wind turbines
Duke Energy Renewables has completed the 200 MW Los Vientos III wind farm, located in Starr County, Texas. The wind farm – powered by 100 Vestas 2 MW wind turbines – is located approximately 100 miles west of Brownsville near Rio Grande City. Wanzek Construction – with Amshore U.S. Wind providing development support – built … Continue reading Los Vientos III Windpower Project achieving operation with 100 Vestas 2 MW wind turbines
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Con Edison development acquires 140 megawatts of photovoltaic solar power projects in California from SolarReserve and GCL
Con Edison Development, a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc., has acquired six shovel-ready solar photovoltaic (PV) projects totaling 140 megawatts (MWDC) from a PV project portfolio developed through a joint venture between SolarReserve, LLC, and GCL Solar Energy, Inc. (GCL). The acquisition adds to Con Edison Development’s existing portfolio of solar projects in California and … Continue reading Con Edison development acquires 140 megawatts of photovoltaic solar power projects in California from SolarReserve and GCL
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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
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Hawaii Lawmakers Pass Nation’s First 100% Renewable Energy Requirement
Hawaii lawmakers voted 74-2 this week to pass the nation’s first 100% renewable energy requirement. The measure, House Bill 623, makes Hawaii a global leader in renewable energy policy by requiring that 100% of the islands’ electricity must be generated from renewable energy resources–such as wind energy, solar power, and geothermal energy-no later than 2045. … Continue reading Hawaii Lawmakers Pass Nation’s First 100% Renewable Energy Requirement
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Iowa leading the charge in wind energy
The move to more renewable sources of energy is proving to be a breeze locally, with a new study showing that Iowa leads the nation for wind power. Mike Prior is executive director of Iowa Wind Energy Association, which issued the report. He says more than 28 percent of the energy produced in Iowa now … Continue reading Iowa leading the charge in wind energy
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Anti-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
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Allete to buy 100-MW wind farm in Pennsylvania from AES
Allete Clean Energy said it will acquire the project from AES Armenia Mountain Wind and a minority shareholder for $108 million plus assumption of debt. The wind farm, near Troy, Pa., in north central Pennsylvania, generates 100 megawatts of electricity from 67 turbines installed in 2009. Allete said the power is sold under 25-year … Continue reading Allete to buy 100-MW wind farm in Pennsylvania from AES
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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Renewable portfolio standards state of play
This is a joint blog by Sean Gallagher, Vice President of State Affairs at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), and Susan Williams Sloan, Vice President of State Policy at the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). As many states have successfully met their renewable portfolio standards (RPS), they are considering expanding these standards or otherwise … Continue reading Renewable portfolio standards state of play
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Wind power in Kansas: Vestas wind turbines for a 72 MW wind farm
Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order in the United States for 36 V110-2.0 MW turbines to power the Marshall Wind Farm in Marshall County, Kansas. The order was placed by RPM Access LLC, an independent developer, owner and operator of wind farms in the Midwest. The project’s scope includes supply and commissioning … Continue reading Wind power in Kansas: Vestas wind turbines for a 72 MW wind farm
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The Blade Project seeks additional funding
This is a guest blog by Jane Cooperman, who is an artist creating “The Blade Project” along with Tom Mapp, with a generous donation from Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation. They are seeking other companies or individuals who would like to participate. We have an idea to unite art and science. We want to take a … Continue reading The Blade Project seeks additional funding
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