The U.S. Department of Energy believes those numbers can grow a lot more, projecting that wind turbines could supply as much as 35 percent of U.S. electricity by 2050. That is the conclusion of a new report released Thursday by the DOE. “Wind Vision: A New Era for Wind Power in the United States,” draws … Continue reading Wind Energy Could Power 35 Percent of U.S. Electricity by 2050
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Wind energy can become one of America’s top electricity sources
Industry leaders stand ready to meet report’s goals, with U.S. reaping benefits of bold new vision for wind power growth. Leaders of the U.S. wind energy industry said their companies and workers can deliver on a bold new vision for wind power to double in America over the next five years and ultimately become … Continue reading Wind energy can become one of America’s top electricity sources
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American wind power rebounded in 2014 with 4,850 megawatts in wind energy capacity
The fourth quarter 2014 wind energy industry report released today by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) shows the U.S. industry’s rebound in 2014, with over four times more new wind energy coming online than in 2013. 2014 saw the completion of 4,850 megawatts (MW) in generating capacity, with cumulative installed capacity increasing eight … Continue reading American wind power rebounded in 2014 with 4,850 megawatts in wind energy capacity
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Don’t Let Anti-Wind Energy Groups Block Clean Energy in Congress
Wind power is one of our most promising solutions to air pollution and climate change. With 2014 passing as the hottest year ever recorded, wind offers a no-brainer way to move away from burning coal, oil and natural gas, the fossil fuels that are a primary climate change cause, and still meet our electricity needs. The … Continue reading Don’t Let Anti-Wind Energy Groups Block Clean Energy in Congress
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U.S. wind power industry hails progress on new lines for clean energy
With the expected announcement today of a new clean energy power line in New Mexico, the U.S. wind power industry stressed how such infrastructure is to tapping more low-cost renewable energy sources that protect consumers. “We applaud the administration and members of Congress for working through the difficult process of finding solutions to allow for … Continue reading U.S. wind power industry hails progress on new lines for clean energy
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Chinese And American Wind Energy Installations Explodes — But Who Is Number One?
The United States and China have been competing for the title of “Number One” wind energy giant in the world. New figures from Bloomberg New Energy Finance outlining investment numbers from 2014 show that China once again saw more wind energy installations over the year. However, the American Wind Energy Association continues to claim that … Continue reading Chinese And American Wind Energy Installations Explodes — But Who Is Number One?
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Will Michigan policymakers follow the private sector’s lead?
Co-authored by Julie Fox Gorte, Ph.D. (Michigan State ‘80), SVP for Sustainable Investing, Pax World Management LLC and Greg P. Hasevlat, Sustainability Research Analyst, Pax World Management LLC A range of Michiganders, from landowners to manufacturers, will be convening in Lansing next week for the American Wind Energy Association’s Michigan Forum. The Forum is an opportunity … Continue reading Will Michigan policymakers follow the private sector’s lead?
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US Congress extends policy critical to the success of wind energy
American wind power and tens of thousands of workers in its U.S. supply chain will have a brief opportunity for new projects as the U.S. Senate voted last night to extend a critical incentive for 2014. The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) promised to continue seeking a more stable policy to allow wind energy to … Continue reading US Congress extends policy critical to the success of wind energy
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Congress should extend wind energy tax credit through ’15
Congress should, without delay, extend the federal wind energy production tax credit through the end of 2015. We fear anything less will result next year in reduced wind energy investment and fewer wind energy projects at a key time of growth and promise for the industry. Earlier this month, the House passed an extension of … Continue reading Congress should extend wind energy tax credit through ’15
Continue readingAWEA urges wind energy supporters in Congress and White House to work to pass two-year extension of critical tax policies
As Congress considers extensions of tax policies used by a variety of businesses, it is crucial that the renewable energy Production Tax Credit (PTC) and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) be extended at least through 2015 as included in the EXPIRE Act, passed unanimously on a bipartisan basis by the Senate Finance Committee in April. … Continue reading AWEA urges wind energy supporters in Congress and White House to work to pass two-year extension of critical tax policies
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Wind power saves Oklahoma $1.2 billion each year
The American Wind Energy Association analyzed hourly data from the Southwest Power Pool in 2013 and calculated when wind turbines were used to generate electricity, The Oklahoman reported. The pool operates the electric grid and plans transmission for 6.2 million households in parts of nine states. Since wind is free after the turbines are installed, … Continue reading Wind power saves Oklahoma $1.2 billion each year
Continue readingWind power saved customers in Oklahoma more than $1.2 billion last year
A new analysis by the American Wind Energy Association looked at wind generation in the regional grid that includes Oklahoma and found consumers were saving money when wind turbines are used instead of fossil-fuel plants. Wind power saved electricity customers in Oklahoma and surrounding states more than $1.2 billion last year, the American Wind Energy … Continue reading Wind power saved customers in Oklahoma more than $1.2 billion last year
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AWEA, 450 organizations, call on congress to extend successful clean energy tax provisions
More than 450 businesses, companies and other organizations have signed and sent a letter urging Congress to immediately extend expired and expiring clean energy tax measures, including the renewable energy Production Tax Credit (PTC) and Investment Tax Credit (ITC), before the end of this year. “AWEA is proud to join this diverse coalition of companies and … Continue reading AWEA, 450 organizations, call on congress to extend successful clean energy tax provisions
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AWEA hails historic U.S.-China deal to cut carbon pollution, says wind energy can deliver big reductions
The U.S. wind energy industry hailed an historic agreement between U.S. and China Wednesday morning to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of an effort to help fight climate change. The deal says the U.S. will reduce carbon emissions 26 to 28 percent below 2005 levels by 2025 – nearly doubling its current plans. … Continue reading AWEA hails historic U.S.-China deal to cut carbon pollution, says wind energy can deliver big reductions
Continue readingU.S. industries ready to do their part to double renewables worldwide by 2030
U.S. renewable power industries hailed the goal announced overnight at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Beijing of doubling renewable energy in the 21 member economies by 2030, and said they are ready to do their part. This follows last year’s commitment to encourage technology transfer and joint efforts to lower costs and attract … Continue reading U.S. industries ready to do their part to double renewables worldwide by 2030
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P2 Offshore Consulting Receives Honor at AWEA Offshore WINDPOWER 2014
P2 Offshore Consulting is pleased to announce Tony Fisk, Commercial Director from P2 Offshore Consulting won the “Attendee Choice” award for his presentation at the AWEA Offshore WINDPOWER 2014 Conference & Exhibition in Atlantic City, N.J. on October 8, 2014. The poster, titled “Preparing for the Power of Cable: Route Engineering, Design and Protection” was … Continue reading P2 Offshore Consulting Receives Honor at AWEA Offshore WINDPOWER 2014
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Benefits of Texas Wind Energy Estimated to Exceed $3.3 Billion Annually
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has just come out with an analysis highlighting the value of wind energy to the state of Texas, indicating that the overall societal benefits of the wind resource add up to about $3.3 billion annually. The gross annual savings to consumers are estimated at $1.2 billion. As with any … Continue reading Benefits of Texas Wind Energy Estimated to Exceed $3.3 Billion Annually
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What the 2014 midterms mean for wind energy
The 2014 mid-terms have been called a “wave” and a “landslide.” Clearly they were good for Republicans and in particular their control of the agenda in the U.S. Senate. But what does it mean for energy? As many major media outlets noticed, energy was on the ballot more than it has been in recent elections … Continue reading What the 2014 midterms mean for wind energy
Continue readingU.S. wind energy reaches 62.3 GW
The United States now generates 62.3 gigawatts of wind power, according to the American Wind Energy Association, which released its third quarter results this month. New installations resulted in 419 megawatts coming online during the third quarter, which increased the total amount of completed wind energy to 1,254 MW this year. The reasons behind the increase from the second … Continue reading U.S. wind energy reaches 62.3 GW
Continue readingU.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter
The U.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter, as installations in the first nine months surpassed all of last year, the American Wind Energy Association said. More than 20 percent of the nation’s existing 62,300 megawatts are in Texas, which had the largest rate of installations during the third quarter. … Continue reading U.S. added 419 megawatts of wind power capacity in the third quarter
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