WIS Politics | Robb Kahl, July 17 Sunny skies and abundant winds are not just part of our quality of life here in Wisconsin. They also represent an opportunity to build a clean energy economy. A clean energy economy will diversify our energy resources, bring down utility bills over time, stimulate economic growth in WisconsinContinueContinue reading “Utilities’ pledge to hire union workers is a win-win for Wisconsin”
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Illinois can replace fossil plants with storage, capacity from queues: NRDC
Utility Dive | Ethan Howland, August 1 Illinois could reliably replace its fossil-fueled power plants by 2030 with nearly 3 GW of battery storage and about 7.7 GW of resources that are seeking to connect to the grid in the state, according to a report released Thursday by the Natural Resources Defense Council. The white paper by AstrapéContinueContinue reading “Illinois can replace fossil plants with storage, capacity from queues: NRDC”
Solar energy hopes to shine some light on rising electricity rates in Pine County
North Pine County News | Sierra Kingen, July 24 It is no secret that energy prices have been rising in Minnesota. One company, however, is working on bringing some relief to the communities of Pine County. Swift Current Energy has been developing the Iron Pine Solar Project–a solar farm. Senior Director of Development for SwiftContinueContinue reading “Solar energy hopes to shine some light on rising electricity rates in Pine County”
Building a clean-energy future in Ohio is not just environmentally sound. It’s an economic necessity.
Cleveland.com | Thomas C. Shikner, July 18 We are at a pivotal time for energy production in the United States. As the demands on our power grid grow every day, Ohio needs to keep doing its part to scale clean renewable energy production. As new, power-hungry technologies like artificial intelligence and electric vehicles become theContinueContinue reading “Building a clean-energy future in Ohio is not just environmentally sound. It’s an economic necessity.”
State law could end bitter local fights over bans of large-scale renewable energy on farmland
Michigan Public | Tracy Samilton, July 23 Clara Ostrander lives in Milan Township, a farming community just off U.S. Route 23, south of Ann Arbor. Her family’s roots here go deep. They’ve owned farmland and homesteads in the township for 154 years. Ostrander’s parents had to sell some of their land some years ago toContinueContinue reading “State law could end bitter local fights over bans of large-scale renewable energy on farmland”
Letter: A conservative, property-rights case for developing solar farms
The Republic | Samuel Overly, July 20 As Bartholomew County considers solar energy, there are several important considerations. As a conservative Hoosier, I believe in preserving our agricultural heritage and protecting property rights. Solar energy projects, when managed responsibly, align with these values and offer significant benefits to the whole county. Solar energy is notContinueContinue reading “Letter: A conservative, property-rights case for developing solar farms”
Michigan continues to lead in clean energy jobs and investment, report says
Michigan Advance | Kyle Davidson, July 16 Over the past year, Michigan lawmakers have taken a number of steps to clear the way for an energy transition, setting clean energy goals, altering the state’s siting process for large-scale renewable and battery storage projects and ensuring homeowners can make energy-saving improvements to their homes. As policymakers continue to pushContinueContinue reading “Michigan continues to lead in clean energy jobs and investment, report says”
Avangrid Completes First Solar Panel Installation at Powell Creek Project in Ohio
Solar Quarter | Tina Dasgupta, July 15 Avangrid, Inc. announced the installation of the “Golden Row” at its Powell Creek solar project in Putnam County, Ohio, near Miller City. The Golden Row, the initial row of solar panels, will serve as the model for the rest of the construction. The Powell Creek project, situated onContinueContinue reading “Avangrid Completes First Solar Panel Installation at Powell Creek Project in Ohio”
Fillmore County, Louise Solar Projects to Bring Significant Economic Impact, Jobs to Area
Fillmore County Journal | Axel Gumbel, July 8 Two new, large solar fields in Fillmore and Mower counties are expected to make a $30 million economic impact in southeastern Minnesota, including more than $4 million in tax revenue for local townships and counties, as well as the creation of 300 new construction jobs. The twoContinueContinue reading “Fillmore County, Louise Solar Projects to Bring Significant Economic Impact, Jobs to Area”
1st project in 1.3-GW Indiana solar complex nears operation
Solar Power World | Billy Ludt, July 9 Doral Renewables, a clean energy project developer, is anticipating commercial operation of its 400-MW Mammoth North Solar project, the first phase of the 1.3-GW Mammoth Solar complex in Indiana. The Mammoth North Solar project will soon be the largest operating solar installation in Indiana and can provideContinueContinue reading “1st project in 1.3-GW Indiana solar complex nears operation”