Tag: renewables
MA Governor Embraces ‘Clean Peak’ Policy to Encourage Renewables Paired With Storage
Governor Baker’s proposed bill would leverage the state’s renewable power at peak hours, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and [...]
Solar Now Third Largest Renewable Source of Electricity in US
In April, solar reached a new milestone, providing more than 2.3 percent of U.S. electrical supply, according to the [...]
After Veto Override, Renewable Energy Sourcing Accelerates in Maryland
State lawmakers voted overwhelmingly Thursday to override Gov. Larry Hogan’s veto of a bill to increase the use of renewable [...]
Renewable Energy in US Gained 24 Percent Through First Nine Months of 2016
The U.S. Energy Information Agency (EIA) on Nov. 29 released electric generation statistics through the end of September 2016. Generation from [...]
Obama Administration Rolls Out Series Of New Clean Energy Initiatives
President Barack Obama’s leadership has catalyzed a global transition toward a clean energy economy, the U.S. Department of Energy [...]
How Will BLM’s Final Rule On Renewables Impact Wind Energy?
In support of the president’s Climate Action Plan, Secretary of the Interior (DOI) Sally Jewell has announced that the Bureau of [...]
N.Y. Gets Green Light On 50% By 2030 Clean Energy Standard
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, D-N.Y., says that the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved the state’s clean energy standard, [...]
Massachusetts Senate Bill Would Boost State’s Reliance on Renewable Energy
Leaders in the Massachusetts Senate have unveiled legislation designed to ramp up the state’s reliance on renewable energy sources, [...]
It’s the Economy: Maryland RPS Debate Illustrates National Divide on Clean Energy Policy
A curious trend is emerging when it comes to renewable energy mandates: Many states that have them are doubling [...]
Landmark California Climate Law Directs Electric Utilities to Displace Oil Companies
Within 15 years, California will generate at least half of its electricity from renewable resources and double savings from energy efficiency gains, [...]