California Democratic leaders want their state to commit to a future of 100 percent renewable electricity, a goal approved so far by only one U.S. state—Hawaii.
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Renewable Energy Update – September 2017
By ELIZABETH CLARK, WILLIAM R. DEVINE, BARRY EPSTEIN, RENÉE LOUISE ROBIN | ALLEN MATKINSSign up and get Breaking Energy news in your inbox.
We will never sell or share your information without your consent. See our privacy policy.New Utility Settlement Will Unlock Millions In Clean Energy Funding For Ohio
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange Blog
AEP, one of Ohio’s largest utilities, just reached an exciting new milestone that takes the state further down the path to a clean energy economy. The utility has reached a settlement that will unlock millions in funding, lower pollution, avoid unnecessary electricity bill increases, and provide customers with more clean energy options. New benefits In AEP’s recent… Keep reading →
Renewable Energy Update – August 2017 #3
By ELIZABETH CLARK, WILLIAM R. DEVINE, BARRY EPSTEIN, RENÉE LOUISE ROBIN | ALLEN MATKINS
Two solar manufacturers are begging the federal government for help, arguing that without protection from a flood of cheap imports, the United States risks losing its own domestic solar industry.
Better Buildings Pave The Way For Energy Independence
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange Blog
American cities are home to nearly 63 percent of energy use, despite only accounting for 3.5 percent of land area. It is estimated that these cities and their buildings will account for 87 percent of domestic energy consumption by 2030. Since its inception in late 2016, 43 cities and counties have joined the U.S. Department of Energy’s… Keep reading →
This City Has Impressive Clean Energy Potential, But Its Utility Is Trying To Block Solar’s Growth
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange Blog
The list of solar power’s benefits goes on and on. Solar doesn’t pollute or waste water. Solar is getting cheaper every day, making it an increasingly affordable option for people to produce their own electricity and save money on their electric bills. The solar industry is employing thousands of people across Texas. And numerous studies show solar helps keep the electric… Keep reading →
New Report: How Cities Can Prosper With 100 Percent Clean Energy
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange Blog
Over 70 cities across the globe have set targets to achieve 100 percent clean energy and made commitments to cut a billion tons of greenhouse gases by 2030. These trend-setting jurisdictions are found across the U.S. – underscoring that local leaders recognize the resiliency, cost-savings, job-creation, and pollution-reduction benefits clean energy investment provides. That said, making the… Keep reading →
Purchasing Power Over Politics: American Consumers Buy More Clean Energy And Electric Vehicles
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange Blog
Americans are switching to cleaner cars and electricity. In addition to being smart purchases, these clean energy choices could be a political statement. Consumers are choosing to use their hard-earned dollars to show what they want: clean energy, a clean economy, and government policies that reflect their values. Last month, electric-car company Tesla was valued… Keep reading →
Better Buildings Challenge Partners Save $1.9 Billion, 18 Achieve Their Portfolio-Wide Goal This Year
By U.S. Department Of Energy
MORE THAN 1,000 ENERGY-SAVING SOLUTIONS NOW AVAILABLE TO THE MARKET WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the energy-efficiency progress made by the 345 leading public and private sector organizations in the Better Buildings Challenge. These efforts have led to a combined 240 trillion Btus and an estimated $1.9 billion in… Keep reading →
Renewable Energy Update – May 2017 #2
By ELIZABETH CLARK, WILLIAM R. DEVINE, BARRY EPSTEIN, RENÉE LOUISE ROBIN | ALLEN MATKINS
U.S. utility-scale solar installations, including both photovoltaic and thermal technologies, grew at an average rate of 72% per year between 2010 and 2016.
Renewable Energy Update – May 2017
By ELIZABETH CLARK, WILLIAM R. DEVINE, BARRY EPSTEIN, RENÉE LOUISE ROBIN | ALLEN MATKINS
California would completely phase out the use of fossil fuels to generate electricity under a new proposal.
