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Why doesn’t every homeowner go solar? Top 5 reasons may surprise you
By Laureen Peck, CMO, Solar Energy World The truth is, not everyone qualifies for solar. For example, if you don’t have enough unshaded roof space or property to generate enough power to offset your electricity bills, then going solar wouldn’t be a smart thing to do. Fortunately for our environment and for our economy, there are millions…
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Renewables now account for 24% of US’ total energy generation capacity
Renewable energy sources (i.e., biomass, geothermal, hydropower, solar, wind) strongly dominated new US energy generation capacity additions in 2020, according to the SUN DAY Campaign of data released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Combined, renewables accounted for 22,451MW, or more than three-quarters (78.09%) of the 28,751MW of new utility-scale capacity reported to have…
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BASF to add 90 MW total of wind and solar power contracts in Texas
German chemical company, BASF, and EDF Energy North America signed a 35-MW wind power purchase agreement (PPA) that will bring 25 MW of wind power to BASF’s Verbund site in Freeport, Texas, and 10 MW of wind power to the Pasadena, Texas, site. The agreement adds to another recent PPA that will supply the Freeport…
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Hydro Review: Commercializing a New Small Hydropower Technology
Natel Energy has developed a new small hydropower turbine technology that offers an environmentally friendly and compact, modular hydro generation system. This article discusses the technology and its potential future applications. By Lise Houston Natel Energy in Alameda, Calif., is dedicated to advancing hydropower technology to make it more environmentally friendly and cost-effective, as well as flexible…
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Intel, PGE and Avangrid work together to advance new 138-MW Daybreak Solar facility
Portland General Electric today announced that Intel has joined PGE’s Green FutureSM Impact program. Intel’s participation enables PGE to enter into a 15- year agreement with Avangrid Renewables, a subsidiary of AVANGRID, Inc., to purchase the energy from a new 138-megawatt solar facility that will be developed in Wasco County, Oregon. Intel’s purchase is the…
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Organizations urge US congress to enact legislation that will lead to 30 million solar homes
Yesterday, a national coalition made up of more than 220 organizations launched the 30 Million Solar Homes campaign. The campaign’s goal is to add enough rooftop and community solar energy to power 30 million homes across the U.S. within the next five years. The coalition estimates the plan will create three million good-paying jobs, lower…
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How virtual power plants will help the UK meet its net zero targets
by Emma Davidson, Head of Strategy and Energy-as-a-Service at SSE Distributed Energy The integration of power generators and users in the form of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) is set to become an increasingly important part of the UK’s energy system. By pulling together the output of disparate power generating/using units such as small, decentralized power…
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MISO report concludes upwards of 50% renewables is achievable with careful planning
Yesterday, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) published the Renewable Integration Impact Assessment (RIIA), an analysis that evaluates increasing amounts of wind and solar resources within the MISO grid and the broader bulk electric system. RIIA represents the culmination of more than four years of analysis as well as significant input from stakeholders. RIIA will…
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Study shows homeowners with PV are subsidizing their neighbors
Value estimations for grid-tied photovoltaic systems prove solar panels are beneficial for utility companies and consumers alike. by Kelley Christensen Beyond the environmental benefits and lower electric bills, it turns out installing solar panels on your house actually benefits your whole community. For years some utility companies have worried that solar panels drive up electric…
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EV prospects increasing in MISO region, Part 1 of 3
With the increase in Electric Vehicles’ availability in Midwest states, it is time to acknowledge the opportunities for charging EVs at the MISO regional grid operator level. Compared to other grid operators, MISO is unique due to its decreasing fossil-fueled power generation output and increasing the renewable output. Unlike California, MISO does not have a…
