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Spurred by a LI post from Matt Golden, EPDI hosted its first Policy Chat last month. With a lively discussion, participants made some real progress on the conversation around the definition of virtual power plants. https://lnkd.in/gWyyzYZU #vpp #cleanenergy #energytransition

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The Massachusetts clean energy roadmap for 2025/30 envisions #OffshoreWind as the primary source of #electricity to support the state goal of achieving #NetZero by 2050.

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REsurety's Lee Taylor is a contributor on the policy brief: Assessing the Impact of Voluntary Actions on the Grid, that was published today from RMI with other contributors from National Renewable Energy Laboratory, WattTime.org and Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). Summary: The urgency of the climate crisis is leading many large energy consumers to consider how they can more accurately assess the impacts of various potential actions on grid decarbonization. This paper provides an overview of the ZEROgrid Impact Advisory Initiative’s collective findings on consequential impact and reliability assessments, their implications, and areas where further research is required. This consensus paper is intended for corporate practitioners and policymakers navigating policy, investment, and procurement decisions that affect grid decarbonization and reliability. Download the brief here: https://lnkd.in/ekiTzFNC #renewableenergy #cleanenergy

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"A new report from the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) identifies impactful opportunities to close the wind energy workforce gap, although there will likely be a significant shortage of wind energy workers in the coming decades. The National Wind Workforce Assessment: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Needs report builds on past reports looking at the wind energy workforce gap, which found that wind energy employers had difficulty hiring both entry- and non-entry-level employees, and entry- and non-entry-level job seekers had difficulty landing jobs in wind energy-related careers." - Renewable Energy World #windpower #windenergy #renewableenergy

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As the global energy landscape undergoes a profound transformation, the imperative for a resilient, cost-effective grid has never been more pressing. At New York Energy Week 2024, we invite you to delve into the future of energy infrastructure with Miles Farmer, Legal Advisor to the Commissioner at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This session, "Regional Transmission Planning: Paving the Way for a Reliable, Affordable Grid," will take place virtually on June 27 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am US Eastern Time. The Critical Role of Regional Transmission Planning In the quest for a sustainable energy future, regional transmission planning stands out as a cornerstone. It ensures not only the reliability and affordability of the grid but also its capacity to integrate burgeoning renewable energy sources. Miles Farmer will illuminate the strategic approaches and regulatory frameworks essential for effective transmission planning, addressing both current challenges and future opportunities. Insights from a Leading Authority Miles Farmer brings unparalleled expertise to this critical discussion. His role at FERC involves navigating the complex regulatory landscapes that govern energy transmission. With his extensive legal background and deep involvement in policy-making, Farmer's insights will be invaluable for understanding the nuances of regional transmission planning. He will explore: - Regulatory Frameworks: How evolving policies can support a more reliable and cost-efficient grid. - Innovative Methodologies: Emerging planning techniques that enhance grid resilience. - Integration of Renewables: Strategies for seamlessly incorporating renewable energy sources into the grid. Why This Session Matters The session offers a unique opportunity for industry professionals, policymakers, regulators, and energy advocates to gain actionable insights into the future of energy transmission. By attending, participants will: - Understand the key regulatory and policy drivers that shape regional transmission planning. - Learn about innovative planning methodologies that can enhance grid reliability and reduce costs. - Explore practical strategies for integrating renewable energy sources into the existing grid infrastructure. Engage with Industry Leaders New York Energy Week 2024 is more than just an event; it is a convergence of the brightest minds in the energy sector. This session is designed to foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration among participants, equipping them with the knowledge to drive the evolution of the energy transmission landscape. New York Energy Week 2024 continues to lead the way in energy transformation, marking eleven years of pioneering industry leadership. Join us as we navigate the path to a sustainable energy future. #EnergyInfrastructure #TransmissionPlanning #GridResilience #RenewableIntegration #NYEnergyWeek2024

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Good climate news! 🔌 In the past few weeks, the U.S. power grid bottleneck saw a few new breakthroughs: 🔌 FERC now *requires* grid operators to plan for future demand. 🔌 The administration's Bipartisan Permitting Reform Implementation Rule sets a 2-year deadline for federal environmental reviews of all energy projects. 🔌 And the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will aim to streamline transmission project permitting by coordinating all environmental reviews and permits under one program. Full breakdown of the 3 new rules here! https://lnkd.in/g6H9psiz Importantly, while these rules are fantastic for building transmission, they don't accomplish everything proposed by the 3 bills the Climate Changemakers network is currently pushing to advance: CETA, the BIG WIRES Act, and the SITE Act. As with most things, for permanent and catalytic change, we need an act of Congress! See our under-an-hour Action Playbooks for making this happen: https://lnkd.in/gqtxKmK7

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PJM issued a Hot Weather Alert with expected temperatures in the mid-to-upper 90s over the next 10 days. To ensure grid reliability during this hot spell, the alert is in effect from June 17 through June 21, and may be extended based on updated forecasts. This alert prepares transmission and generation operators for significant increases in electricity demand. However, PJM Interconnection’s currently has the generation capacity and transmission capability to meet the expected demand on the system during the heat wave, but extended periods of extreme heat does have the potential to stress the electric system and cause reliability challenges. It's interesting to note that in comparison to 2023, on the solar side, the biggest projects include the 427 MW Fox Squirrel Solar Farm, 150 MW phase of the Fox Squirrel Solar Farm, which will have 577 MW of capacity once fully operational later this year, however, the 325 MW AEUG Union Solar Project in Union County, Ohio is expected to support the grid this summer. The 2023 Cumulative Capacity of the renewables in PJM was around 220,827 MW, and they plan to add over 10,000 MW in the following years wherein 95% of the projects are all renewable generation sources. Solar energy will definitely play a key role this summer.

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Navigating the choice between the ITC and PTC requires careful consideration of project economics, investor preferences, and regulatory frameworks. By aligning incentives with broader climate objectives and mitigating economic distortions, we can unlock the full potential of renewable energy and pave the way for a sustainable energy future. #ITC #PTC #RenewableEnergy

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This week's Five Climate Stories to Watch as chosen by the Climate & Capital Media team: 1. SWind, solar, and hydropower meet 100% of demand on the state’s grid for 30 days running — a new record on its path to net zero emissions electricity by 2045. 2. Tesla to cut 14,000 jobs amid a slowdown in demand and fierce price war. Meanwhile, sales of hybrid models outpace EVs.  3. Despite climate commitments, Prime Minister Modi extends the life of old, coal-burning plants to keep up with red-hot economic growth. 4. Home damages cost UK insurance companies a record £2.55 billion (US$3.17 billion) in 2023, an increase of nearly 10% over 2022, driven by extreme weather. 5. The deaths of sharks, rays, and mantas highlight climate-caused “upwelling” in oceans. https://lnkd.in/gzAPn65 Follow Climate & Capital Media for stories focused on the business of climate change — the intersection of investment and sustainability. In addition to our stories on the opportunities and risks of the fast-moving #climate economy, our subscribers receive our Editor's letter on trends and important issues, including our Five Stories of the Week. Sign up for free via https://lnkd.in/gJMkwdAg.

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Unintended Consequences of Well-Intended Regulations: In this recent article for Energy Marketing Conferences (EMC) Insider, I explain in very simple terms how carbon #capandtrade systems can undermine the #voluntarymarket for #cleanenergy if regulators do not set-aside allowances to account for #voluntaryprocurement. If you want your clean energy purchases to have greater impact , this is just another example of why you should look to Center for Resource Solutions and its Green-e© certified renewable energy.

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Tomorrow, Carbon Frontiers continues with Semafor's #Climate and #Energy Editor, Tim McDonnell, who helps takes the guesswork out of climate media coverage for our listeners — telling us what stories to follow if we want to understand where we are (or aren't!) making progress toward #netzero. During their discussion, Greely asks McDonnell what he sees as the necessary next steps to help stakeholders from both sides of the #carbonmarket debates understand each other better and retain the right level of scrutiny without being adversarial. McDonnell tells us: 🗯️ "A lot of this is incumbent on the companies that are buying credits to do their homework better. And one effect of all this negative press is to make chief sustainability officers, who are responsible for overseeing the purchase of these credits, take a much closer look at what exactly it is that they're buying and being very attuned to reputational risk that could come from buying bad credits. Because as I said before, I think there is an important role that #carbonmarkets can play in driving finance to well-deserving and impactful #carbon reduction projects that are very badly needed — especially in developing countries. So we need to do that in a credible way." Tune in tomorrow at 10:00a EST at www.smartermarkets.media

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Must See Webinar: How the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is Creating New Pathways for Grid Decarbonization 🔌🌿 Join us for a crucial discussion on Pathways to IRA: Pioneering New Routes for Grid Decarbonization. This in-depth session will unravel the transformative role of the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) Tax Credit Transfer in fueling diverse opportunities for greener energy solutions. 🔍 Dive deep into: - The mechanics behind IRA’s groundbreaking tax credits for standalone storage. - Strategies for unlocking utility-scale storage solutions. - The significant impact on bolstering the surge of renewable energy. 🚀 Whether you’re an industry professional, an environmental advocate, or simply curious about the future of energy, this webinar promises to provide invaluable insights into the innovative financial structures driving our grid's decarbonization. Watch now: http://spr.ly/6045bLBLJ #Decarbonization #SustainabilityStrategy #GreeningTheGrid #SustainableBusiness #Webinar #EnterpriseCaseStudies

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The Governor’s Energy Office today announced that Maine has joined a total of 10 Northeast states in signing a memorandum of understanding for improved regional planning of electricity transmission to create a stronger, more reliable, and more efficient grid and accelerate the clean energy transition. Other states joining the MOU include Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Improving interregional electricity transmission planning and coordination can stabilize energy costs by increasing access to affordable clean energy while bolstering grid reliability at times of high energy demand and improving resilience against extreme weather. https://lnkd.in/e8nWPhD4

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🌱 Big Steps for Clean Energy: The Northeast is experiencing its first heat wave of the summer this week, and #renewables are playing a huge role in keeping the grid running. 🌡️⚡ As our summers continue to heat up and electricity demand spikes, the build out of #offshorewind is crucial to stepping up to the increased demand for electricity. "It’s not just helping make the grid more reliable, experts said, but proving that non-fossil fuel generated power is finally playing a significant role in the operation of the regional power grid, with even more due to come online from major wind farms and other large-scale resources under development." More on the future of energy in Boston Globe Media: https://hubs.ly/Q02CT4G-0

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🌐 Exciting news from the Northeast US!  University at Albany and University of Connecticut are joining forces to fortify Northeast US grid resilience against extreme weather. 🌩️ Funded by the Department of Energy, these projects aim to enhance grid resilience through cutting-edge modelling and risk assessment tools. UAlbany will analyze climate trends, while UConn focuses on outage prediction models to recommend resilient solutions. "This partnership will drive advancements in energy industry reliability amidst climate challenges," highlighted Chris Thorncroft, Director at UAlbany’s Atmospheric Sciences Research Center. Emphasizing the impact on clean energy, Professor Anagnostou Emmanouil from UConn stated, "As we face escalating climate risks, enhancing grid resilience is vital for accelerating clean energy adoption." Supported by Maria Robinson from the DOE, these initiatives are part of a broader effort to secure grid resilience funding and promote sustainable energy solutions. Managed by ENERGYWERX, this partnership aims to expedite the deployment of clean energy technologies. Together, let's build a resilient energy future! 💡🌍 #GridResilience #CleanEnergyFuture #ClimateAction #ResearchPartnerships https://lnkd.in/g-MeQMX2

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Exus Renewables North America has begun the repowering of the 139 MW Twin Ridges Wind Farm in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. The Twin Ridges repowering project involves replacing the nacelles and blades of the existing wind turbines while retaining the towers and foundations. The repowering will result in a 30% increase in energy generation for the project. “As the wind energy industry faces increasingly complex obstacles to growth, including a nearly 3 GW interconnection queue of renewable energy projects trying to connect to the grid, repowering has become a path to help meet clean energy goals,” said Jim Spencer, CEO of Exus Renewables North America. “Thanks to these upgrades, the Twin Ridges project will generate clean, reliable and renewable power – and millions in community investment – to the region for decades to come.” Exus Renewables will invest approximately $200 million in the project, creating 150 union construction jobs. It expects to inject over $7.35 million into the local economy through the procurement of materials and services from local suppliers and anticipates that over the 30-year life of the project, more than $100 million will be invested in the community through tax and landowner payments. Vestas-American Wind Technology, Inc. will supply American-made nacelles, hubs, blades, and tower adaptors for the project. #cleanenergy

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Maine is poised for a renewable energy revolution with offshore wind. Sprague is asking the state to consider the updated, low-impact plan at its Mack Point Port Terminal, located in Searsport, Maine, to serve the offshore wind industry in the Gulf of Maine. Sprague has operated Mack Point since 1905, and by reimagining its existing infrastructure and footprint, Sprague ensures a low-impact plan that preserves all current operations, avoids the natural habitat destruction that would be needed if Sears Island is chosen, and leverages a facility with more than 20 years of wind component handling experience. Read more in our latest Op-Ed and explore the future of Maine's energy landscape. https://lnkd.in/e_3qJe4t #SustainableEnergy #RenewableEnergy #WindEnergy #OffshoreWind #MackPoint #SearsportMaine #Maine #EnergySolutions #FuelingPossibilities #SpragueEnergy #OurEnergyMakestheDifference

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