The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President Offshore Wind after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and the Department of Defense (DOD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support the coordinated development of offshore wind energy generation on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).?The … Continue reading ACP Statement on DOD and BOEM Memorandum of Understanding on Offshore Wind Development
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Nova Clean Energy Announces Execution of Key Contracts for 1 Gigawatt of New Wind Power in Texas
Contrary to expectations, Texas is the leading wind energy producer in the U.S. Driven by industrial electrification in the oil and gas and petrochemical sectors, an emerging hydrogen market, and the expansion of data centers, ERCOT anticipates that Texas’ wind power will continue surging, exceeding 150 GW by 2030. Nova Clean Energy is among the … Continue reading Nova Clean Energy Announces Execution of Key Contracts for 1 Gigawatt of New Wind Power in Texas
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Runergy’s Huntsville plant begins production, signaling growth in the U.S. photovoltaic market
Runergy officially launched its solar module factory in Huntsville, Alabama. Supported by its major shareholder, Yueda Group, the U.S. production base achieved production efficiency exceeding initial targets and completed its first batch of orders, receiving unanimous praise from customers. This launch not only highlights Runergy’s core position in the global photovoltaic industry but also reflects … Continue reading Runergy’s Huntsville plant begins production, signaling growth in the U.S. photovoltaic market
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Iberdrola wins two areas in the Gulf of Maine to develop 3.4 GW of offshore wind power
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced it has secured two lease areas in the auction of sites for offshore wind development in the Gulf of Maine held by the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). Avangrid was named provisional winner of lease areas … Continue reading Iberdrola wins two areas in the Gulf of Maine to develop 3.4 GW of offshore wind power
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The turmoil in the US residential photovoltaic market reached new heights this year
The residential solar market’s woes continued into the first half of 2024 as the Federal Reserve delayed the much-anticipated interest rate cut until September. Weak consumer demand, a high cost of capital, and cashflow constraints continue to plague many industry players. While some companies started to experience sales recovery, the impact of the last two … Continue reading The turmoil in the US residential photovoltaic market reached new heights this year
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ACP Statement on Treasury Issuing Final Rules for 45X Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credits
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from ACP Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg after the U.S. Department of Treasury issued a final rule for the Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credit (45X MPTC), which applies to clean energy components made in the United States: “ACP commends the Treasury Department and IRS for finalizing … Continue reading ACP Statement on Treasury Issuing Final Rules for 45X Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credits
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NREL-Backed Research Effort Twists Halide Perovskites From a Distance
Research led by scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the Center for Hybrid Organic Inorganic Semiconductors for Energy (CHOISE), an Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC), discovered a new process to induce chirality in halide perovskite semiconductors, which could open the door to cutting-edge electronic applications. The development is … Continue reading NREL-Backed Research Effort Twists Halide Perovskites From a Distance
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DNV tapped to help lenders and investors assess USD 40 billion worth of U.S. offshore wind projects
DNV is performing due diligence to enable the financing of eight offshore wind projects on the United States’ Atlantic Coast. The announcement follows news from DNV’s Energy Transition Outlook 2024 report, which forecasts that about 10 GW of fixed offshore wind is set to be installed in the U.S. between 2040 and 2050. While the … Continue reading DNV tapped to help lenders and investors assess USD 40 billion worth of U.S. offshore wind projects
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Behind the Blades: How Paula Pérez Engineers Equitable Wind Energy Solutions
Paula Pérez is an engineer by training, but to this National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) researcher, engineering is about people. “I’ve always felt that engineering is for solving people problems,” said Pérez, who studies wind energy equity and techno-economic analysis. “I think our work should center the people who will be impacted by it.” With … Continue reading Behind the Blades: How Paula Pérez Engineers Equitable Wind Energy Solutions
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US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
15 states had at least 30% power from renewables in 2023. Southeastern US sees surge in photovoltaic generation. The US generated about three times as much electricity from solar, wind and geothermal resources in 2023 than it did in 2014, a decade-long stretch that also saw the percentage of national retail power sales from these … Continue reading US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
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What could further trade actions mean for the US photovoltaic supply chain?
Protectionism should help photovoltaic domestic manufacturing, but it could come at a cost for buyers. Our recent report leveraging our solar supply chain data explores the implications. While the US solar manufacturing sector has expanded substantially in the last few years, the success of the industry remains precarious. With Chinese manufacturers dominating the market and … Continue reading What could further trade actions mean for the US photovoltaic supply chain?
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Increased protectionist measures in US photovoltaic (PV) market could expand domestic manufacturing, but increase overall costs
New trade tariffs and increased import restrictions in the US solar supply chain would expand domestic manufacturing, but create a more expensive market, potentially slowing down the growing sector, according to a recent report from Wood Mackenzie. In the last few years, the US solar manufacturing industry has expanded substantially. Since the passage of the … Continue reading Increased protectionist measures in US photovoltaic (PV) market could expand domestic manufacturing, but increase overall costs
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ACP Statement on Massachusetts Legislation to Advance Offshore Wind and Energy Storage
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Moira Cyphers, ACP Director for Atlantic Offshore & Eastern State Affairs after comprehensive legislation was introduced in Massachusetts enhancing clean energy deployment. Key features include a major overhaul of energy infrastructure permitting, increased support for renewable sources like wind, solar, and expanded battery storage: … Continue reading ACP Statement on Massachusetts Legislation to Advance Offshore Wind and Energy Storage
Continue readingACP Statement on BOEM’s Completion of Environmental Reviews for New York Bight Offshore Wind Lease Areas
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) finalized a comprehensive environmental review to evaluate potential wind development activities across six lease areas encompassing more than 488,000 acres in the New York Bight, located offshore New York … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM’s Completion of Environmental Reviews for New York Bight Offshore Wind Lease Areas
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Vestas receives order for wind turbines for US wind repowering projects
Vestas has received a 137 MW order for two wind repowering projects in the US as part of the company’s fourth quarter order intake. Exus Management Partners ordered the V120-2.2 MW wind turbine variants for its Highland North Repower and Highland Cambria Repower projects. The agreement also includes Vestas’ 20-year AOM 5000 service contract. Delivery … Continue reading Vestas receives order for wind turbines for US wind repowering projects
Continue readingClean Energy Industries Rally Behind Illinois Bills to Save Ratepayers $3 Billion Through Grid Modernization
Illinois clean energy industries are unified in supporting HB5856 and SB3959, new legislation that will future-proof Illinois’ energy grid and economy, lower consumer costs, meet climate goals, create family-sustaining careers, and mitigate increasing risks of blackouts. “Clean energy is the future, and it’s my duty to work toward that future for the benefit of all … Continue reading Clean Energy Industries Rally Behind Illinois Bills to Save Ratepayers $3 Billion Through Grid Modernization
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Loan Guarantee of More Than $860 Million to Support Construction of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems in Puerto Rico
As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through its Loan Programs Office (LPO), announced a $861.3 million loan guarantee to finance the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) farms equipped with battery storage and two standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Puerto Rico. The facilities … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Announces Loan Guarantee of More Than $860 Million to Support Construction of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems in Puerto Rico
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Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme report shows record year for US solar in 2023
The latest report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (PVPS) says solar records were broken across the United States in 2023, as international trade issues decreased and financial certainty increased, driven by the implementation of the US Inflation Reduction Act. The IEA-PVPS has released a report analyzing the development of the … Continue reading Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme report shows record year for US solar in 2023
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Utility-scale U.S. photovoltaic solar electricity generation continues to grow in 2024
In August 2024, utility-scale generation of solar electricity averaged 63.1 gigawatthours between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. each day in the Lower 48 states, 36% more than for the same hours in August 2023. Additions of solar generating capacity outpaced other resources in the U.S. electric power sector in 2023, and we expect this trend … Continue reading Utility-scale U.S. photovoltaic solar electricity generation continues to grow in 2024
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RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.
Construction is underway at RWE’s Crowned Heron 1 and 2 and Cartwheel battery storage systems in Texas, with commissioning planned for 2025. Once completed, the projects will add 450 MW BESS capacity to RWE’s US operating footprint. RWE’s U.S. BESS platform to help enhance regional grid resilince, contribute toward goal to expand battery storage capacity … Continue reading RWE starts construction of battery storage projects with a combined capacity of 450 MW in the U.S.
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