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Oklahoma Struggles With The Success Of Its Renewables Tax Policy
The state, which provides a zero-emissions tax credit representing about 20% of the federal PTC of $23/MWh, is currently facing a depletion of its general revenue fund.
Target Announces First Wind Power Purchase: Stephens Ranch In Texas
Target says it has entered into an agreement with Starwood Energy Group to purchase a portion of power from the firm’s 211 MW Stephens...
Positive Wind Industry Dynamics Overcoming Deflated Power Prices
With growing comfort from long-term capital providers, new off-takers and experienced developers, the wind industry is poised for further expansion despite any short-term challenges.
Montana PSC Slashes Power Rate For Proposed Wind Farm
The Montana Public Service Commission (PSC) has voted 4-1 to establish contract terms and conditions between Greycliff Wind Prime LLC and NorthWestern Energy for...
Contemplating A Sale: Who Steps In To Scoop Up Adwen?
Several original equipment manufacturers have emerged as potential suitors for the Areva-Gamesa offshore wind player.
No Deal: NextEra, Hawaiian Electric Industries Kill Merger Plans
Driven by an order from the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC), Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. (HEI) and Juno Beach, Fla.-based NextEra Energy Inc. have...
Texas Tech Team’s New Radar Prototype Could Help Lower Energy Costs
Using breakthrough technology, a team of academics is looking at ways to boost wind farm performance and lower the cost of energy.
Serious Injuries Sustained At Ninnescah Wind Farm; OSHA Opens Inquiry
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has opened an inquiry after two construction workers recently sustained injuries in separate incidents at the same site in less than a week.
Federal Court Makes Cape Wind Ruling: A Win For Both Parties?
The long-embattled offshore project has now been met with an appeals court ruling that says federal agencies were in violation of environmental statutes when they approved the wind farm's lease.
The Look-Back Rule: What You Need To Know About The IRS Guidance
A little-known provision embedded in the latest round of Internal Revenue Service guidance could have big implications for wind farm owners and operators.
Siemens Announces New Offshore Turbine With 10% Higher AEP
Siemens says it has expanded its direct-drive wind turbine technology with the addition of the SWT-8.0-154 turbine, representing a significant step toward grid parity...
What Impact Will Brexit Have On U.K. Offshore Renewables?
The decision of the U.K. to leave the European Union could have far-reaching implications for the British renewables sector in terms of investment and...
North American Leaders Pledge 50 Percent Clean Energy By 2025
Obama, Trudeau and Nieto have united for a common goal of furthering the Paris Agreement and achieving 50% clean power generation in the continent by 2025.
Only 1.2 GW For Offshore Wind? Not In MA’s Latest Energy Bill Proposal
In the most recent version of the state's energy bill, the Massachusetts Senate has laid out a full 2 GW commitment to offshore wind, as opposed to the House's 1.2 GW carve-out.
California PUC Adopts Process To Speed Renewables-Grid Interconnection
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has adopted a new model and five-year pilot process meant to speed interconnection of renewable and distributed energy...
DOI Moves To Foster Wind Energy Development Offshore Hawaii
DOI Secretary Sally Jewell has issued a call for information to gauge the industry’s interest in commercial wind leases in two areas offshore Oahu.
R.I. Legislature Passes Bill To Boost Renewable Energy Target
The Rhode Island legislature has passed a bill to advance the state’s renewable energy target from 14.5% by 2019 to 40% by 2035 -...
NRDC Moves To Replace Calif. Nuclear Plant With Clean Energy
Although there have been plans to shutter other nuclear plants, this is the first to make a no-carbon-emissions replacement commitment.
How Close Are Siemens And Gamesa To Sealing Their Big Merger?
Is the Siemens-Gamesa merger finally coming to fruition? According to a new report from the Wall Street Journal, which cites sources familiar with the...
Expect Dramatic Drops In Wind And Solar Electricity Prices By 2025: IRENA
The report estimates that by 2025, average electricity costs could decrease 59% for solar PV, 35% for offshore wind and 26% for onshore wind.