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CAISO’s 20-Year Transmission Outlook: To Aid US’ Grid and Renewable Goals 

CAISO’s 20-Year Transmission Outlook: To Aid US’ Grid and Renewable Goals 

March 26, 2022 |

California’s 100 Percent Clean Energy Act of 2018 or Senate Bill 100 (SB 100) calls for a switch over to carbon-free electricity by 2045, in addition to accelerating the integration of new renewable electricity resources into the grid. It also aims to ensure at least 60 per cent of California’s electricity is renewable by 2030. The draft develops a long-range blueprint of the interconnected high-voltage wires required to meet the above goals.

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NREL Study: Decarbonizing Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Road Vehicles in US

NREL Study: Decarbonizing Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Road Vehicles in US

March 24, 2022 | , ,

Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles account for less than 5% of the vehicles on the road but produce over 20% of the emissions from the transportation sector, which currently accounts for more than one-third of U.S. green-house gas emissions. Key findings of the report suggest that cost competitiveness of zero-emissions medium- and heavy-duty vehicles can largely be achieved by 2035.

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Allocation of $615 million for EV charging infrastructure in the United States

Allocation of $615 million for EV charging infrastructure in the United States

March 23, 2022 |

Allocations of $615 million in funds for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the US under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program moved forward with recent publications from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The funds will be allocated on a state-by-state basis—with some receiving far more than others—but the first step will be for each state to propose a plan for its allocated share of funds (Plan).

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Energy Security Benefits of Congressional Climate and Clean Energy Policy -Briefing by Energy Innovation

Energy Security Benefits of Congressional Climate and Clean Energy Policy -Briefing by Energy Innovation

March 23, 2022 | ,

The climate and clean energy provisions Congress is discussing would catalyze the deployment of clean energy technologies, resulting in significant reductions in oil and natural gas demand. The findings from Energy Innovation’s modeling underscore the role the climate and clean energy provisions Congress is now considering could have in securing U.S. energy independence and supporting its allies while also growing its economy and cutting its emissions.

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Invenergy and GE commission 998 MW wind project in Oklahoma

Invenergy and GE commission 998 MW wind project in Oklahoma

March 22, 2022 |

Invenergy, a global developer, owner and operator of sustainable energy solutions and GE Renewable Energy, have announced commercial operations for the 998 MW Traverse Wind Energy Center, the largest wind farm constructed in a single phase in North America. Located in north central Oklahoma, Traverse joins the operational 199 MW Sundance Wind Energy Center and the 287 MW Maverick Wind Energy Center.

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<strong>The state of offshore wind development in the United States</strong>

The state of offshore wind development in the United States

March 20, 2022 |

The offshore wind industry in the United States crawled forward for more than a decade, slowed by litigation, protracted permitting, complex and novel regulatory frameworks, stakeholder opposition, and unfavorable energy markets. As of 2021, there were only two operational offshore wind projects in U.S. waters with a total of seven turbines. Although there are currently only seven turbines in U.S. waters, there are around 20 proposed offshore wind projects in various stages of development with a projected pipeline of 30 GW in federal lease areas issued to date.

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Charging Ahead: How to Make Electric Mobility Work for All

Charging Ahead: How to Make Electric Mobility Work for All

March 16, 2022 |

EV adoption is accelerating, which, in addition to driving less, is critical to reduce carbon emissions (and local air pollution) to meet global climate goals, as transportation contributes the lion’s share of US greenhouse gas emissions. In addition to subsidizing the cost of personal EVs to make them more accessible to low-income communities, we can also create specific electric mobility programs for these communities, leveraging improved transportation technologies and innovative business models.

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United States Solar Market Trends 2021

United States Solar Market Trends 2021

March 12, 2022 |

The US solar industry had another record-setting year in 2021, with 23.6 gigawatts-direct current (GWdc) of capacity installed. Despite numerous challenges throughout 2021, the industry easily exceeded 20 GWdc, and is expected to maintain that level of annual deployment for the foreseeable future. Overall, solar PV accounted for 46% of all new electricity-generating capacity additions in 2021. This represents the third year in a row that solar has made up the largest share of new generating capacity in the US.

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Clean Energy Is the Key to Real Energy Independence

Clean Energy Is the Key to Real Energy Independence

March 12, 2022 |

President Biden has laid out a plan for $550 billion in clean energy investment over the next 10 years. It’s a plan to create jobs, save families an average of $500 a year in energy bills, and help to make our country more secure. Ending our dependence on oil will distance U.S. families and businesses from the volatility of global markets. It will take us out of the business of subsidizing aggression from petro states like Russia. And it will help us confront the global climate crisis—the existential environmental challenge of our time.

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Sustainable Energy in America 2022: Factbook by BNEF

Sustainable Energy in America 2022: Factbook by BNEF

March 10, 2022 | , ,

Despite the continuing Covid-19 pandemic, 2021 was a record-breaking year for investment in the energy transition and the deployment of renewable power, battery storage, and sustainable transportation. This growth was fueled by strong consumer demand, unprecedented injection of new capital into companies, technologies, and projects, and a wave of supportive new policies.

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US Offshore Wind Development in 2021: Report by Mayer Brown

US Offshore Wind Development in 2021: Report by Mayer Brown

March 8, 2022 | ,

Offshore wind is an energy generation source that has seen explosive global growth over the past decade. The offshore wind industry in the US has been developing at a more measured pace but had a landmark year in 2021, and Mayer Brown experts expect the same for 2022. This year will undoubtedly be an exciting year for offshore wind energy development. It is anticipated that various offshore actions will take place in 2022.

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Clean Energy Will Cut Costs for Families Across the US

Clean Energy Will Cut Costs for Families Across the US

March 7, 2022 |

Fossil fuel dependence leaves the United States and its economy vulnerable in many ways. Global energy supplies are subject to the dangerous whims of foreign dictators. Breaking free from fossil fuel dependence will require the big, bold investments in the clean energy economy that are a major priority in President Joe Biden’s economic agenda. It will also lower costs for American families across the board—making for a cleaner, more reliable and more affordable future.

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Renewable energy financing in the United States

Renewable energy financing in the United States

March 4, 2022 | ,

2021 was a year of rapid progress for the renewable energy industry, and while there is still much work to be done, it is likely that solar, wind, and other kinds of clean energy will continue to see year-on-year growth amid increased demand and federal support. This report reviews the key trends and developments across the industry in the United States, and the outlook for 2022 and beyond.

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Big data: The energy revolution in US no one is talking about

Big data: The energy revolution in US no one is talking about

March 2, 2022 |

The big data revolution is already changing many industries in America. Recently, New York began testing how much value it can create by expanding energy data access. In doing so, New York may be leading a long-anticipated revolution in how utilities, developers, and customers can access, use, and monetize data to unlock more value. As the New York data access proceeding evolves, it serves as an industry case study for regulators, developers, and utilities around the country. 

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Community Solar Project Siting in US

Community Solar Project Siting in US

March 2, 2022 | ,

To help meet aggressive US state and federal clean energy goals, many more community solar projects must be built across the country. This paper proposes a siting framework for community solar projects, which can produce much needed zero-carbon electricity, while serving important ecosystem enhancement and conservation roles. Responsible siting such as that proposed here can help preserve community character while protecting individual property rights.

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US natural gas infrastructure gets ready to go green

US natural gas infrastructure gets ready to go green

February 23, 2022 |

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which came into law on 15 November 2021, highlights infrastructure as foundational to the future of the US. However, it is the Build Back Better Agenda that has the biggest implications for midstream. As well as proposed expansions and extensions of the tax credits for wind, solar and storage, it would establish an EPA-regulated methane fee for petroleum and natural gas facilities.

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Funding Our Future: The US EV Transition Requires Infrastructure that Inspires Confidence and Powers All Communities

Funding Our Future: The US EV Transition Requires Infrastructure that Inspires Confidence and Powers All Communities

February 20, 2022 |

From the largest metropolitan areas in the United States like New York City to rural communities in Georgia, we need cleaner, more affordable, and efficient transportation options if we are going to solve climate change in a way that uplifts communities. Spent wisely, the $7.5 billion in EV charging funding can help us deliver the national backbone for a far superior fast charging network than exists today.

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Transatlantic energy relations: The need for a new energy security narrative

Transatlantic energy relations: The need for a new energy security narrative

February 17, 2022 | ,

There is increasing international consensus around the need to shift to net-zero emissions, and growing recognition of the socioeconomic and security risks presented by climate change. Prioritising energy efficiency and accelerated clean energy deployment represents a transatlantic strategy that can yield a double dividend: boosting energy security for the European Union (EU) and Ukraine and delivering on the shared climate security agenda.

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US community solar market will bring 4.5 GWdc online over the next five years

US community solar market will bring 4.5 GWdc online over the next five years

February 16, 2022 |

US community solar is set to get a boost from expanded state-level programs enacted in the last six months. Community solar refers to local facilities shared by multiple community subscribers, such as homeowners, renters and businesses. Each subscriber receives credits on their electricity bills for their share of the power produced. We expect a peak in installations over the next few years. Volumes decrease after 2023 once pipelines under current incentive regimes begin to dwindle and the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) drops down to 10%.

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