BNSF Logistics (BNSFL) and Tri Global Energy (TGE) jointly announced completion of a formal agreement to align resources, market knowledge and industry relationships to support BNSFL’s development of their West Texas Wind Energy Logistics Center (WTWLC). The joint marketing agreement between the two leaders in their respective markets is an innovative approach to manage capacity, … Continue reading BNSFL, Tri Global team up on West Texas wind energy
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California Bill aims to accelerate number of electric vehicles
One million electric vehicles in 10 years is the goal of a new bill introduced in Sacramento. The “Charge Ahead California” bill is geared toward improving air quality, especially in low-income communities most impacted by pollution. Michelle Kinman, clean-energy advocate for Environment California, one of the bill’s sponsors, said the bill would expand current rebate … Continue reading California Bill aims to accelerate number of electric vehicles
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2014 marks the 30th anniversary of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) in the U.S.
It may only have had a capacity of 14MW but the iconic Solar Energy Generating Systems I (SEGS I) project in California commissioned in 1984 lay the foundations for a rich tradition of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP). The Daggett based project is a far cry from the 459ft landscape-dominating Ivanpah towers which now mark the … Continue reading 2014 marks the 30th anniversary of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) in the U.S.
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Abengoa to build a photovoltaic project for EDP Renov
Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B/P SM /NASDAQ: ABGB), an international company that applies innovative technology solutions for sustainability in the energy and environment sectors, has been chosen by EDP Renováveis to carry out the engineering, building and implementation of a 30 MW photovoltaic project in California, United States. Abengoa will build the project in San Bernardino County, … Continue reading Abengoa to build a photovoltaic project for EDP Renov
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Army awards 20 additional contracts to renewable energy companies
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, working with the Army Energy Initiatives Task Force (EITF), today awarded 20 base contracts to companies in three of the four energy-related technologies that are part of the $7 billion capacity, large-scale renewable and alternative energy power production Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC). … Continue reading Army awards 20 additional contracts to renewable energy companies
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US can run on 100% renewable energy by 2050
A team of Stanford University researchers have developed a state-by-state plan for the U.S. to switch to 80 percent renewable energy sources by 2030 and nearly 100 percent by 2050. Lead researcher Marc Jacobson unveiled the plan, called The Solutions Project, over the weekend at an annual meeting in Chicago of the American Association for … Continue reading US can run on 100% renewable energy by 2050
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Steyer on climate change, Michigan’s RPS a winner, and transmission for 1 million homes
Clean energy supporter Tom Steyer wants to make 2014
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100 percent renewables for U.S., Google invests in clean energy, support for action on climate
This Tuesday, a new report wants the U.S. to run on 100 percent clean energy by 2050, Google continues to invest in renewables, and a majority of Americans support action to combat climate change. Stanford University engineering professor Mark Jacobson wants America running on 100 percent renewable energy, one state at a time: Professor Mark … Continue reading 100 percent renewables for U.S., Google invests in clean energy, support for action on climate
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Wind Energy Project Could Bring $259 Million Investment to Shelby County
Plains and Eastern Clean Line LLC wants to invest $259 million in an area around Millington for a hub that would bring wind energy from Oklahoma to Tennessee. The company has asked for an 11-year tax break from the Memphis Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis & Shelby County. The request will come before that … Continue reading Wind Energy Project Could Bring $259 Million Investment to Shelby County
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World’s largest concentrated solar power (CSP) plant delivers electricity to California
The world’s largest concentrated solar power (CSP) plant of its type is now delivering electricity to California customers. “Ivanpah is utilizing dry-cooling technology that dramatically reduces water usage,” Moniz said. “In fact, this entire facility will use roughly the same amount of water as two holes at the nearby golf course.” At full capacity, the … Continue reading World’s largest concentrated solar power (CSP) plant delivers electricity to California
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New evidence rebuts Heartland’s bogus RPS claims
State Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPSs) are widely known to be effective policy solutions, encouraging the growth of affordable, homegrown wind power that the American public supports. However, that hasn’t stopped the Heartland Institute from publishing unreliable, misinformed blogs in recent weeks about
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Kahuku Wind Energy project returns to full capacity
First Wind, an independent U.S.-based renewable energy company with wind projects in Hawaii, today announced that the Kahuku Wind project on the North Shore of O
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First Wind secures $206 million financing for Route 66 Wind energy project
First Wind, an independent U.S.-based renewable energy company, today announced that it has obtained $206 million in financing for its Route 66 Wind project in Armstrong and Carson Counties, Texas. With financing closed for its first renewable energy project in Texas, First Wind will continue engineering and construction activities on the project.
Continue readingNew Generation Power Texas Breaks Ground on 400 Megawatt Wind Farm
New Generation Power Texas, LLC (NGP Texas), a Texas-based renewable energy company, has begun the first phase of construction on their 400 Megawatt (MW) Texas Wind Farm. The newly formed subsidiary of Chicago-based New Generation Power started construction on December 11, 2013, which made the wind farm eligible for a Federal Renewable Energy Production Tax … Continue reading New Generation Power Texas Breaks Ground on 400 Megawatt Wind Farm
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Wind power: Keeping the momentum going in 2014
Just a few weeks ago, the American Wind Energy Association released the U.S. Wind Industry Fourth Quarter 2013 Market Report, which showed a surge in growth for the quarter when compared to the rest of 2013. During this period, Kansas, California, Michigan, Texas, New York, Nebraska, Iowa, Colorado, Massachusetts, and Indiana all brought installations online. … Continue reading Wind power: Keeping the momentum going in 2014
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Ivanpah concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in full service
All Three Units of 392 megawatt Ivanpah Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant Now Delivering Solar Power to California’s Electric Grid. NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG), through its wholly owned subsidiary NRG Solar, LLC, today announced that the Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System is now operational and delivering solar electricity to California customers. At full capacity, the … Continue reading Ivanpah concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in full service
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Offshore wind energy project gets OK from feds
The federal government has given a green light for the West Coast’s first offshore wind energy project to move to the next step, off the coast of Coos Bay. Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and Tommy Beaudreau, director of the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, announced Feb. 5 that Principle Power Inc. has received the … Continue reading Offshore wind energy project gets OK from feds
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Crescent Dunes Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Project leads storage revolution for solar energy industry
SolarReserve, a leading worldwide developer of large-scale solar power projects and advanced solar thermal technology, today announced that construction of the 110 megawatt (MW) Crescent Dunes Solar Energy Project located near Tonopah, Nevada, marked another major milestone by entering the plant commissioning phase. Crescent Dunes is the first utility-scale facility in the world to feature … Continue reading Crescent Dunes Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Project leads storage revolution for solar energy industry
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Similar value for tower and parabolic trough Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) technologies
NREL Report Finds Similar Value in Two Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Technologies. Findings demonstrate increasing importance for Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) systems with thermal energy storage. Parabolic troughs and dry-cooled towers deliver similar value for concentrating solar power (CSP) plants, despite different solar profiles, a new report by the Energy Department
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USGS releases first-ever national map of onshore wind turbines
Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors of renewable energy in the United States. About 3% of the total electricity in the United States was generated by wind turbines in 2012 (according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration), which is equivalent to the annual electricity use for about 12 million households. The amount of … Continue reading USGS releases first-ever national map of onshore wind turbines
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