The U.S. energy storage market set a new record in 2024 with 12.3 gigawatts (GW) of installations across all segments, according to the latest U.S. Energy Storage Monitor report released today by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood Mackenzie. The report shows a total of 12,314 megawatts (MW) and 37,143 megawatt hours (MWh) … Continue reading Energy Storage’s Meteoric Rise Breaks Another Record
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GE Vernova and RWE Sign Wind Energy Agreement in Texas
GE Vernova to Supply 109 Onshore Wind Turbines for Two RWE Wind Farms in the US GE Vernova has signed an agreement with RWE to supply 109 onshore wind turbines for the Honey Mesquite Wind Farm in Glasscock County, Texas, and to refuel the Forest Creek Wind Farm near Big Spring, Texas. The Forest Creek … Continue reading GE Vernova and RWE Sign Wind Energy Agreement in Texas
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State-by-State Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies
California’s Renewable Goals California has long been at the forefront of environmental initiatives, and its renewable energy goals are no exception. The state has set an ambitious target to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2045. This goal is part of California’s broader effort to reduce its carbon footprint and lead the way in combating climate … Continue reading State-by-State Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies
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US Electricity 2025 – Special Report
The US clean electricity transition continued as wind power and solar generated more than coal for the first time. Electricity demand growth sped up and solar generation rose more quickly than gas to help meet it. In 2024, wind and solar together generated more electricity than coal for the first time in the US, while … Continue reading US Electricity 2025 – Special Report
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New Report Finds Urgent Need to Expand Energy Supply to Meet Rapidly Growing Future Demand
Electricity demand in the United States is projected to surge by an unprecedented amount over the coming decade, according to a report released today by S&P Global Commodity Insights. This rapid growth, driven by a diverse set of factors, signals an extraordinary opportunity for the American economy and electricity sector: meeting this growing demand will require an … Continue reading New Report Finds Urgent Need to Expand Energy Supply to Meet Rapidly Growing Future Demand
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Clean Energy Dominates in 2024
93% of new energy capacity that came online last year was solar, wind, and storage. 49 GW of clean energy installed in 2024. Clean energy in the U.S. surpasses 300 GW of overall capacity. The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today released its Snapshot of Clean Power in 2024, a preview of the upcoming full … Continue reading Clean Energy Dominates in 2024
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EDF Renewables and Masdar sign PPA with Soluna to supply wind energy
EDF Renewables North America and Masdar have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Soluna Holdings to supply up to 166 MW of wind energy from the Las Majadas Wind Project to a new Soluna data center. The data center, named Project Kati, will use behind-the-meter power from the wind project, reducing strain on the … Continue reading EDF Renewables and Masdar sign PPA with Soluna to supply wind energy
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Polaris takes controlling stake in Puerto Rico wind farm
Polaris (NYSE:PII) Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:PIF), a Canadian company specializing in renewable energy projects, has finalized the acquisition of a controlling interest in the Punta Lima Wind Farm in Puerto Rico, previously owned by Santander (BME:SAN) Bank N.A. The 26-megawatt wind farm, located in the Municipality of Naguabo, is operational and holds a 20-year power … Continue reading Polaris takes controlling stake in Puerto Rico wind farm
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Avangrid (Iberdrola) Approaches Milestone of 10.5 GW Installed Energy Generating Capacity
Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that it is approaching 10.5 Gigawatts (GW) in installed energy generating capacity spread across the Company’s portfolio. With assets in 24 states and growing, Avangrid’s generating capacity is capable of powering about 3.1 million average U.S. homes. “With Americans across the … Continue reading Avangrid (Iberdrola) Approaches Milestone of 10.5 GW Installed Energy Generating Capacity
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EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
EDP Renewables announced the four-year postponement of the Southcoast Wind project, which plans to install 2.4 GW of offshore wind energy off the coast of Massachusetts. Initially scheduled to begin in 2025 and be operational in 2030, construction is expected to begin in 2029. The decision was made due to the uncertainty generated by the … Continue reading EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
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For now, US wind energy developers are in a state of paralysis
The Biden-era push into wind energy has stalled under President Trump, who has suspended federal permits and leases for wind projects, leaving major developers in limbo. As the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reports, companies including TotalEnergies, Shell and Orsted have shelved projects or recorded billions of dollars in impairments due to the uncertainty. “We’re not … Continue reading For now, US wind energy developers are in a state of paralysis
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Nick Krakoff: Wind energy is common sense, unlike the bills to thwart it
New Hampshire shouldn’t shut the door on thousands of new jobs, lower electricity rates and an independent, home-grown energy future, but that’s exactly what two bills in front of the Legislature would force us to do. The most radical legislation, House Bill 575, would have actually made offshore wind a crime, but in a victory … Continue reading Nick Krakoff: Wind energy is common sense, unlike the bills to thwart it
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EDF abandons Atlantic Shores offshore wind power project over Trump
French energy giant EDF announced it has written down $940 million in the value of its stake in the Atlantic Shores wind energy project off New Jersey, after its erstwhile partner Shell pulled out of its $1 billion investment in January. With the new Trump administration’s hostility to offshore wind projects, Shell’s continuing pivot away … Continue reading EDF abandons Atlantic Shores offshore wind power project over Trump
Continue readingTrump’s broadside against wind industry threatens projects that could power millions of homes
Trump has launched a broadside against the wind industry, pausing new leases for offshore projects and halting new permits pending a review. The order has had an immediate impact and puts at risk a pipeline of projects on the East Coast that could power millions of U.S. households. Some Northeast states don’t have viable alternatives … Continue reading Trump’s broadside against wind industry threatens projects that could power millions of homes
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Avangrid to Construct New Projects to Meet Surging Energy Demand from AI Data Center Growth
Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, is helping deliver energy to the organizations operating data centers that will power the AI revolution, and actively working to bring more reliable electricity generation online to support growing demand. According to a December report from the U.S. Department of Energy, data center … Continue reading Avangrid to Construct New Projects to Meet Surging Energy Demand from AI Data Center Growth
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Proposed US tariffs could increase onshore wind costs by up to 7%, says Wood Mackenzie
Protectionist measures would reshape the US wind supply chain and create a more expensive market, New trade tariffs and increased import restrictions in the US onshore wind power sector could lead to higher overall costs, threatening project viability and potentially slowing growth in the industry, according to a recent report from Wood Mackenzie. The report, … Continue reading Proposed US tariffs could increase onshore wind costs by up to 7%, says Wood Mackenzie
Continue readingRecord-breaking growth in renewable energy in US threatened by Trump
Surge in solar, wind and battery capacity comes as president pledges to halt federal support for clean power. Estados Unidos tuvo un crecimiento récord en capacidad de energía renovable el año pasado, según muestra una nueva investigación, pero el futuro del sector es incierto en medio de las amenazas de la administración de Donald Trump. … Continue reading Record-breaking growth in renewable energy in US threatened by Trump
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Wood Mackenzie: Trump tariffs will increase US onshore wind power costs by 7%
New trade tariffs and increased import restrictions on the US onshore wind sector could lead to higher overall costs, according to a new report from Wood Mackenzie. The report, titled “Trade war hits US onshore wind,” warns that such cost increases could threaten the viability of projects and potentially slow the growth of the industry. … Continue reading Wood Mackenzie: Trump tariffs will increase US onshore wind power costs by 7%
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Iberdrola signs PPA with AMP to provide wind energy to Ohio from the Blue Creek wind farm
Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced the signing of a short-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) for a portion of the energy produced from Avangrid’s Blue Creek project located in Ohio. The new PPA will ensure Blue Creek continues to supply reliable … Continue reading Iberdrola signs PPA with AMP to provide wind energy to Ohio from the Blue Creek wind farm
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USA Surpasses 50 Gigawatts of Photovoltaic Manufacturing Capacity
The United States has reached a historic manufacturing milestone, surpassing 50 gigawatts (GW) of domestic solar module production capacity. At full capacity, these factories can produce enough to meet all demand for solar in the United States. This achievement is a critical step toward building a U.S.-based solar supply chain that ends our reliance on … Continue reading USA Surpasses 50 Gigawatts of Photovoltaic Manufacturing Capacity
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