At-A-Glance: Farms in Wisconsin make use of space on barns and structures to serve up a side of solar with their famous dairy products. Key Takeaways: Innovative power purchasing model is a solution in regulated markets that haven’t favored renewables 32 MW Butter Solar Project provides electricity to 13 utilities across three Midwestern states Utilities Read more →
At-A-Glance: It’s well established that some U.S. states are farther along on the transition to 100% renewable energy, while others are taking slower paths – a result of every state having its own legal framework on the topic of spurring innovation and setting standards on renewables. Key Takeaways: 13 states produced more than half Read more →
At-A-Glance: Colorado has been leveraging the legislative will of the people to reduce fossil fuel usage in generating electricity while at the same time addressing the impact such measures have on the workers most directly impacted by a green movement. Key Takeaways: Colorado passed 14 bills into law which increase renewables & address the Read more →
At-A-Glance: California is dealing with the complexities of moving to a 100% renewables future by developing a realistic mix of energy solutions that addresses the need for reliability while building a bridge to a clean energy future. Key Takeaways: As a bridge, California proposes extending 4.8 GW gas capacity towards the goal of 3.3 Read more →
At-A-Glance: Nearly 200 corporations have signed a global commitment to utilize 100% renewable energy. A joint report from Wood Mackenzie and the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) shows it’s more than an altruistic commitment to combating climate change – it’s an economic play, as well. Key Takeaways: Wood Mackenzie report says corporate renewables have Read more →
At-A-Glance: The marathon race of solar vs. wind along the path to 100% renewables has seen solar take the lead in recent years, as outlined in an analysis released by Wood Mackenzie and the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). Key Takeaways: Analysts say annual corporate purchases of solar power will overtake wind by 2021 Read more →
At-A-Glance: Forecasting the weather takes on a whole new level of importance as more renewables come online and utilities deal with ever-changing weather patterns. Key Takeaways: Increased solar and wind generation capacity challenges conventional ways of managing supply and demand Sophisticated algorithms and third-parties play a critical role in weather forecasting Flexibility and energy Read more →
At-A-Glance: California farmers, facing legislative mandates to cut-back in water use, turn to solar farming as a way stay compliant with regulations, make use of land, and boost income. Key Takeaways: Landowners see profits from installing solar plants on less productive acreage California’s $50 billion agriculture industry could help lower state’s emissions Over 13,000 Read more →
At-A-Glance: A recent Brattle Report dives deep into Load Flexibility – which is something power plants have been using alongside an increasing reliance on renewables so they can “start-and-stop” on short notice during peak hours of demand (depending when the sun is shining or the wind is blowing, etc.). Key Takeaways: Widespread load flexibility could Read more →
At-A-Glance: Energy storage is critical to ensure the successful implementation for a path to 100% renewables. As storage gets cheaper, it starts to present a disruption in how the utility industry addresses demand & supply concerns. Key Takeaways: Advances in technology & lower prices on battery storage create a new paradigm NextEra’s Vice President sees Read more →
At-A-Glance: The state of Pennsylvania takes the initiative to repurpose large swaths of land formerly occupied by coal plants as part of an economic redevelopment program benefiting local communities impacted by plant closures. Key Takeaways: PA’s gas boom has accelerated the closing of 14 coal plants since 2005 Federal POWER initiative is a key strategy Read more →
At-A-Glance: Battery storage is a critical component for a path to 100% renewables, though the boom happening in storage industry has taken some by surprise (as outlined in a Bloomberg NEF Report). Key Takeaways: Energy storage industry needs more than $650 billion in investments over the next 20 years Widespread use of renewables & Read more →
