The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the Department of the Interior issued the Record of Decision approving the Sunrise Wind offshore wind project operated by Orsted and Eversource: “It is a great day for the Sunrise Wind project. The Record of … Continue reading ACP Statement on Record of Decision for Sunrise Wind
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Offshore wind energy in the US
The most recent U.S. Census states that 44.4 million people, or nearly 14% of the population, live along the Atlantic Coast. That is a lot of people—who need a lot of electricity. And as the country pushes to decarbonize the energy sector, that power needs to increasingly come from renewable sources, like solar and wind. … Continue reading Offshore wind energy in the US
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ACP Applauds Biden Administration’s Guidance on Energy Communities Tax Credit
Today, the American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from CEO Jason Grumet after the Treasury Department issued guidance expanding offshore wind eligibility in the Energy Communities Bonus Tax Credit. The new guidance provides additional pathways for offshore projects that site their operation and maintenance ports or have at least one point of … Continue reading ACP Applauds Biden Administration’s Guidance on Energy Communities Tax Credit
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Before You Install Wind Energy Technology, Check Out This Database
New Wind Resource Database Provides What You Need To Know—Including the Updated WIND Toolkit March 21, 2024 | By Carol Laurie | Contact media relations They say you do not need a weather forecaster to know which way the wind blows. If you are planning to install a wind turbine or wind farm, there is … Continue reading Before You Install Wind Energy Technology, Check Out This Database
Continue readingDOE Reports Chart Path for East Coast Offshore Wind to Support a Reliable, Affordable Electricity System
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released findings from the Atlantic Offshore Wind Transmission Study , a two-year study evaluating transmission options to support offshore wind energy deployment along the Atlantic Coast of the United States. Offshore wind is projected to be a key part of a low-carbon future for East Coast states and … Continue reading DOE Reports Chart Path for East Coast Offshore Wind to Support a Reliable, Affordable Electricity System
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US Energy Storage Market Breaks Installation Record in Q4 2023
The US energy storage market shattered previous records for deployment across all segments in the final quarter of 2023, with 4,236 megawatts (MW) installed over the period, a 100% increase from Q3 according to a new report released today. For the first time, the grid-scale segment exceeded 3 gigawatts (GW) deployed in one quarter and … Continue reading US Energy Storage Market Breaks Installation Record in Q4 2023
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BOEM Finalizes Wind Energy Area in the Gulf of Maine
Area holds 32 gigawatts of wind power potential. In support of the Biden-Harris administration’s goals for deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030 and 15 GW of floating offshore wind energy capacity by 2035, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced it finalized its designation of a Wind Energy … Continue reading BOEM Finalizes Wind Energy Area in the Gulf of Maine
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ACP Statement on Final Gulf of Maine Wind Energy Areas
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) released its final designation of Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) for the Gulf of Maine: “The U.S. is poised to become a global leader in floating offshore wind. … Continue reading ACP Statement on Final Gulf of Maine Wind Energy Areas
Continue readingACP Statement on South Fork Offshore Wind Completion
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and representatives from Orsted and Eversource commemorated the completion of South Fork Wind, New York’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm: “Bringing clean, emissions-free offshore wind energy … Continue reading ACP Statement on South Fork Offshore Wind Completion
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Grid interconnection milestone for New York’s Empire Wind 1 project
Equinor today announced that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved on March 1 the Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (LGIA) executed between the company’s Empire Wind 1 project, New York ISO (NYISO) and Consolidated Edison Company of New York. The announcement marks the first FERC approval for any offshore wind project to connect directly into … Continue reading Grid interconnection milestone for New York’s Empire Wind 1 project
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Avangrid Announces Construction of its Fifth Wind Farm in Illinois
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced the construction of what will be the company’s fifth wind farm in Illinois. Osagrove Flats, located in La Salle County, will include 34 wind turbines with a total capacity of 153 MW. “Avangrid has a long track record … Continue reading Avangrid Announces Construction of its Fifth Wind Farm in Illinois
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Iberdrola launches an offer to acquire 18.4% of its US subsidiary Avangrid
Iberdrola has launched an offer to acquire 18.4% of the capital of its US subsidiary, Avangrid. As reported by the company to the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), the company is offering $34.25 per share, which represents a premium of approximately 10% compared to the weighted average share price of the last 30 days. Currently, … Continue reading Iberdrola launches an offer to acquire 18.4% of its US subsidiary Avangrid
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American Clean Power Statement on State of the Union
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Executive Officer Jason Grumet after President Joe Biden delivered his annual State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Biden underscored our nation’s record-breaking production of clean, secure American energy. Clean energy is powering more American homes and businesses than ever before and … Continue reading American Clean Power Statement on State of the Union
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Record Year for U.S. Clean Power Installations in 2023
Solar photovoltaic, storage drive historic level of installs. Energy storage rising star, closing in on new natural gas installations. Clean energy pipeline swells to all-time high, signaling robust future. The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released its Clean Power Annual Market Report today, highlighting a landmark year for U.S. clean energy with more capacity installed … Continue reading Record Year for U.S. Clean Power Installations in 2023
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Photovoltaic installations in the US soar in 2023 in the first full year of the Inflation Reduction Act
For the first time in history, photovoltaics represents more than 50% of the new electrical capacity added to the grid. The U.S. solar industry added a record-shattering 32.4 gigawatts (GW) of new electric generating capacity in 2023, a 37% increase from the previous record set in 2021 and a 51% increase from 2022. According to the … Continue reading Photovoltaic installations in the US soar in 2023 in the first full year of the Inflation Reduction Act
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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for Avangrid’s New England Wind Lease Area
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has issued the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for its New England Wind lease area. The FEIS represents a significant permitting milestone that brings the project closer to full federal … Continue reading Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Issues Final Environmental Impact Statement for Avangrid’s New England Wind Lease Area
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Vestas is readying New York for offshore wind and moves forward conditional agreement for the Empire Wind 1 project
After Equinor’s successful rebid into New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation (NY4) and with a current conditional order in place for the 810 MW Empire Wind 1 project, Vestas is pleased to see the project moving one step closer to realisation and looks forward to providing its industry-leading, type-certified V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbines. Vestas’ … Continue reading Vestas is readying New York for offshore wind and moves forward conditional agreement for the Empire Wind 1 project
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ACP Statement on New York Offshore Wind Contract Awards
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the State of New York announced offshore wind solicitation awards: “We applaud the Hochul Administration for their steadfast support of clean, renewable offshore wind power. These awards for the Sunrise Wind and Empire Wind 1 … Continue reading ACP Statement on New York Offshore Wind Contract Awards
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Sunrise Wind selected for award in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation
New York’s energy agency, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), has conditionally awarded Ørsted and Eversource’s Sunrise Wind project the right to negotiate a 25-year offshore wind renewable energy certificate (OREC) agreement for an offshore wind farm with a maximum capacity of 924 MW. The price per MWh for power generated from … Continue reading Sunrise Wind selected for award in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation
Continue readingEmpire Wind 1 awarded offtake contract in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation round
New York State Energy Research and Development New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today announced Equinor’s Empire Wind 1 project one of the conditional winners in its fourth offshore wind solicitation round. The award is an important milestone for the advancement of the project, which can deliver 810 megawatts (MW) of renewable … Continue reading Empire Wind 1 awarded offtake contract in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation round
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