By Jeffrey Clark, Advanced Power Alliance Hydrogen has immense potential to drive American economic growth and job creation, while complementing our diverse energy portfolio – from natural gas and nuclear to solar and wind. However, the hydrogen production tax credit (45V) that supports the industry’s expansion is at risk of elimination in Congress. If the United States wants to maintain its global energy leadership into the next generation, tax creditsContinue reading “America’s Hydrogen Opportunity”
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Arevon’s $500 Million Kelso Solar Project Advances Construction in Missouri
The two-phase project facilitates the expansion of more American-made energy and will contribute to long-term economic growth in Scott County. Arevon Energy, Inc., a leading American energy developer, owner, and operator, hosted a construction groundbreaking event for its 430 megawatt (MWdc) Kelso 1 & 2 Solar Projects in Scott County, Missouri. Arevon will own and operateContinue reading “Arevon’s $500 Million Kelso Solar Project Advances Construction in Missouri”
Alabama’s Path to Energy Leadership: Embracing Solar Power for Affordable Power, Cleaner Air, and Economic Growth
Alabama, known for its rich natural resources, manufacturing strength, and agricultural output, has the potential to unlock a new economic frontier by embracing solar power. The state has traditionally relied on coal and natural gas for its energy needs, but with a growing national and global shift toward clean energy, solar power presents an opportunityContinue reading “Alabama’s Path to Energy Leadership: Embracing Solar Power for Affordable Power, Cleaner Air, and Economic Growth”
Lightsource bp Starts Up Peacock Solar Project to Help Power Gulf Coast Growth Ventures Facility
Lightsource bp has completed the 187-megawatt Peacock solar project, a solar farm located in San Patricio County, Texas, that will provide power directly to Gulf Coast Growth Venture’s nearby manufacturing complex. The Peacock Solar project, developed, built and operated by Lightsource bp, supports the global transition to a lower carbon energy while benefiting local communities and theContinue reading “Lightsource bp Starts Up Peacock Solar Project to Help Power Gulf Coast Growth Ventures Facility”
Hayes: Transmission is the Key to American Energy Dominance
To remain competitive and win the AI race with China, we will need all the energy we can generate while expanding our ability to transmit those electrons wherever they need to go. Christina Hayes is the executive director of Americans for a Clean Energy Grid.This piece appeared in Utility Dive on January 31, 2025. AContinue reading “Hayes: Transmission is the Key to American Energy Dominance”
New Report: Clean Energy Industry is Generating Billions for Texas Landowners and Local Governments
Existing and expected utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects will contribute over $20 billion in total tax revenue — and pay Texas landowners $29.5 billion — over the projects’ lifetimes, according to new data released by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation (CTEI), Advanced Power Alliance (APA), and theContinue reading “New Report: Clean Energy Industry is Generating Billions for Texas Landowners and Local Governments “
Commentary: Why Solar Power Matters for My Augusta County Family Farm
‘We need policies that allow farms like ours to survive in today’s economy, even as we help meet Virginia’s energy needs,’ writes guest columnist and farmer Donna Miller From the Virginia Mercury: https://virginiamercury.com/2025/01/13/why-solar-power-matters-for-my-augusta-county-family-farm/ I own a farm in Augusta County, Virginia that has been in my family for 75 years. We’re proud of it andContinue reading “Commentary: Why Solar Power Matters for My Augusta County Family Farm”
The IRA will deliver a fourfold return on taxpayer investment, says ACP
The Inflation Reduction Act could generate $2.7 trillion in U.S. economic benefits from 2025 to 2035, says a report commissioned by the American Clean Power Association. From Utility Dive: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/inflation-reduction-act-return-trillion-taxpayer-investment/736212/ The Inflation Reduction Act could deliver over $2.7 trillion in net benefits from 2025 to 2035, against $656 billion in costs, according to a Dec.Continue reading “The IRA will deliver a fourfold return on taxpayer investment, says ACP”
USDA Awards Nebraska Group $200M to Boost Clean Energy Efforts
From the Nebraska Examiner: https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/usda-awards-nebraska-group-200m-to-boost-clean-energy-efforts/?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9d-S3jAymR3SJNC0P4aBvLgVq_FjaE5Lu34g8wxOGWrrVeQk1KqLv2pzMvQo5l5PjQQ4as A Nebraska rural electric cooperative has been awarded a $200 million federal grant to boost clean and affordable energy efforts in the state. The funding to Nebraska Electric Generation & Transmission Cooperative was part of the latest round of investments by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Empowering Rural America Program,Continue reading “USDA Awards Nebraska Group $200M to Boost Clean Energy Efforts”
Texas Coal Power Plant Awarded $1.4B to Become Solar, Battery Facility
From Chron: https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/power-texas-coal-solar-battery-20005666.php While coal and natural gas remain king in Texas, both solar and battery power are making headways. The latest proof is that, thanks to a $1.4 billion investment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a coal-fired power plant in South Texas will transition into a solar and battery facility. The USDA announced Dec. 19 thatContinue reading “Texas Coal Power Plant Awarded $1.4B to Become Solar, Battery Facility”