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IBM Four Years Ahead Of Schedule In Renewables, CO2-Reduction Goals
Technology giant IBM says it has achieved two major commitments four years ahead of schedule in its efforts to help combat climate change.
First, the...
DOE Funds Wind And Solar Projects On Tribal Lands
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs has selected 13 tribal energy projects - including wind, solar, biomass...
Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin Utility Seeks 200 MW Of Wind
Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin utility, Wisconsin Power and Light Co., has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to add 200 MW to its wind generation...
ABB Microgrid To Help Aruba Integrate More Wind And Solar
In an effort to help the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba transition to renewable energy, ABB is providing an advanced microgrid to WEB Aruba...
FERC Wins Case Over PJM Capacity Rules ‘Discriminating’ Against Wind And Solar
Clean energy advocacy groups say PJM's new "always available, all-year requirement" puts renewables at a disadvantage, considering their performance can vary according to seasons.
New York Offers Millions In Funding For Energy Storage Tech
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has announced that up to $6.3 million is now available for emerging energy storage...
Two Southern Cities Commit To 100% Renewables
The cities of Sarasota, Fla., and Columbia, S.C., have each made commitments to transition to 100% renewable energy, the Sierra Club has announced.
According to...
Report: Coal, Nuclear Plant Closures? Don’t Blame Renewables
In response to questions posed by Energy Secretary Rick Perry, a new report finds there is no evidence that a changing power mix poses a threat to the reliability of the nation’s power system.
Nevada Governor Axes Renewable Portfolio Standard Bill
On Friday, Gov. Brian Sandoval, R-Nev., vetoed A.B.206, a bill that would have increased Nevada’s current 25% by 2025 renewable portfolio standard (RPS) to...
Wind, Solar To Make Up Nearly Half Of World’s Installed Capacity By 2040
Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are set to take almost three-quarters of the $10.2 trillion the world will invest in new...
Rocky Mountain Institute Offers Market Analysis Platform For Renewables
The Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and its Business Renewables Center (BRC) have launched a software platform that aims to help buyers and developers of...
Nevada Utility Seeks 50 MW Of ‘Qualifying Facility’ Resources
Responding to a requirement from the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, NV Energy has announced that it is seeking proposals to secure 25 MW...
Toy Giant Hasbro Makes 100% Global Renewables Commitment
Rhode Island-headquartered Hasbro Inc. has already achieved its goal of 100% renewables and carbon neutrality in the U.S. and is now bringing the commitment to a global scale.
Wind, Solar Comprise 10% Of Monthly U.S. Generation For First Time
For the first time, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), monthly electricity generation from wind and solar (including utility-scale plants and small-scale...
Renewables Groups To Congress: Do Not Slash Funding For Our Energy Programs
Five national business groups representing renewable energy technologies, developers, financiers and Fortune 500 buyers are urging Congress to fund what they feel are vital...
Nevada Legislature Passes Renewables Bill; Groups Urge Governor’s Signature
A bill increasing Nevada’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS) to 40% by 2030 is awaiting action from Gov. Brian Sandoval, who is being pushed by...
The Status Of The Global Renewables Industry: What Still Needs Work?
Despite another record-breaking year for installed renewables capacity in 2016, a report from REN21 argues that the energy transition is not happening fast enough to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Minnesota Power Seeks To Grow Wind And Solar Portfolio
Under a proposed new step in its EnergyForward strategy, which aims to ensure a “safe, reliable and competitive energy supply,” Minnesota Power, a utility...
Santa Barbara Goes All In On Renewable Energy
Santa Barbara, Calif., has become the 30th city in the country to officially commit to transition to 100% renewable energy, according to the Sierra...
New York State Rolls Out Major Renewable Energy Initiative
In light of President Trump’s decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement, New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has announced the Clean...