As the U.S. energy landscape shifts towards cleaner, renewable sources, stakeholders in the solar, storage, and broader clean energy sectors are intensifying their lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., aiming to secure the future of critical tax incentives introduced under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These tax credits have been crucial to the growth of the clean energy sector, supporting a surge in renewable energy investments, manufacturing, and jobs across the nation. With the future of...
As the 2024-2025 winter season approaches, the natural gas market is bracing for potential challenges, particularly in light of recent forecasts predicting colder temperatures. According to the Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA), these forecasts may lead to a surge in demand for natural gas,...
A coalition of large energy consumers and ratepayer advocates has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), urging the agency to prohibit transmission owners from independently planning "local" transmission projects exceeding 100 kilovolts (kV). The coalition argues...
EnergyHub announced a significant advancement in its energy management capabilities by integrating Wallbox Level 2 (L2) electric vehicle (EV) chargers into its Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS). This strategic move is set to enhance grid flexibility and support the broader...
Philadelphia-based ConnectDER has raised $35 million in a Series D funding round, led by Decarbonization Partners, a venture fund established by BlackRock and Temasek. This significant investment will enable the company to scale its market presence, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and...
In both the United States and Canada, students are at the forefront of the climate crisis, confronting not only the real-world impacts of environmental degradation but also the political tensions that surround the necessary changes to address it. The rising challenges of climate change have sparked...
Canada's carbon tax has long been a topic of debate. As the federal government implements and adjusts its policies to address climate change, the carbon tax has emerged as a central tool in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering a transition to cleaner energy. However, recent discussions...
Duke Energy Florida has announced plans to build four new utility-scale solar energy facilities across the state, aimed at adding 300 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy to the grid. This expansion is part of the company’s broader strategy to increase its solar generation capacity and...
New York is one step closer to bringing offshore wind power to the city’s grid with the recent approval of transmission infrastructure for the Empire Wind 1 project. The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) granted final approval for the construction and operation of the offshore...
GE Vernova, a leading global energy technology company, has announced a significant agreement with renewable energy developer RWE to provide over 100 of its advanced wind turbines to two major wind farms in Texas. The deal, which includes the delivery of 109 turbines to the Honey Mesquite wind farm...
Wisconsin is significantly boosting its renewable energy capacity with the development of the Darien Solar Farm, a 250-megawatt (MW) solar project located in Walworth County. This initiative marks a substantial step in the state's transition towards cleaner energy sources, contributing to both...
