Enel North America has signed a contract with Texas Solar Sheep through which eight solar sites will utilize primarily solar grazing for vegetation control – one of the major commitments to dual-use solar in the United States to date From Enel North America Enel North America, a clean energy leader, will deploy over 6,000 sheepContinue reading “Enel Grazes Texas Solar Farms with 6,000+ Sheep in Largest Announced U.S. Solar Grazing Contract”
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Constellation Accepting Applications for 2024 Energy to Educate Grant Program
Grants have provided nearly $6 million to date for STEM education and research programs, reaching nearly 300,000 students nationwide. Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG), the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and services, announced today it is now accepting applications for its 2024 E2 Energy to Educate grant program, which provides funding forContinue reading “Constellation Accepting Applications for 2024 Energy to Educate Grant Program”
OCI Solar Power Rebrands to OCI Energy, Embracing Broader Vision for Sustainable Energy Solutions
From OCI Energy: https://www.ocienergy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/7-15-2024-OCISP-Rebranding-FINAL.pdf July 15, 2024 – OCI Solar Power, a pioneer in utility-scale solar project development in Texas, is excited to announce its rebranding to OCI Energy. This change marks a significant milestone in the company’s evolution, reflecting its expanded focus on the development of both large-scale solar and battery energy storage systemsContinue reading “OCI Solar Power Rebrands to OCI Energy, Embracing Broader Vision for Sustainable Energy Solutions”
EDP Renewables Inaugurates Pearl River Solar Park in Mississippi
At 210 MWp (175 MWac), the Solar Park is also the largest by generation capacity in the state of Mississippi. From EDP Renewables: https://www.edpr.com/north-america/EDP-Renewables-Inaugurates-Pearl-River-Solar-Park-in-Mississippi EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and a top five renewable energy owner and operator in the United States, celebrates the inauguration of Pearl River Solar ParkContinue reading “EDP Renewables Inaugurates Pearl River Solar Park in Mississippi”
APA Commentary on Texas’ Rising Energy Demand Featured in San Antonio Express-News
APA Vice President Judd Messer outlines how Texas should leverage all available power generation resources to meet rising energy demand. From the San Antonio Express-News: https://www.expressnews.com/opinion/commentary/article/texas-energy-needs-renewables-19554873.php PDF Version Available Here Commentary: As the Heat Rises, Texas Needs All Energy Sourcesby Judd Messer, July 5, 2024 Temperatures are climbing in Texas; so is electricity demand. InContinue reading “APA Commentary on Texas’ Rising Energy Demand Featured in San Antonio Express-News”
Data Centers and EV Expansion Create Around 300 TWh Increase in US Electricity Demand by 2030
Press Release From Rystad Energy: https://www.rystadenergy.com/news/data-and-ev-create-300-twh-increase-us Total US electricity demand has remained relatively stable at around 4,000 terawatt-hours (TWh) since 2010, but as electrification accelerates, that’s about to change. The build-out of data centers and more widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to ramp up electricity demand in the US in the comingContinue reading “Data Centers and EV Expansion Create Around 300 TWh Increase in US Electricity Demand by 2030”
APA Board of Directors Elects 2024-2025 Leadership Team
Executive Committee will bring diverse expertise and perspectives to guide the organization’s legislative, regulatory, and political efforts across the states. During its Board of Directors meeting held on June 19, the board of directors of the Advanced Power Alliance (APA) elected its 2024-2025 Executive Committee. The new leadership team reflects the diverse interests and engagementContinue reading “APA Board of Directors Elects 2024-2025 Leadership Team”
Steelhead Americas Celebrates Commissioning of the Delta Wind Project, First Wind Project in Mississippi
Steelhead Americas (Steelhead), Vestas North American development arm, today celebrated the commissioning of the 185 MW Delta Wind project in Mississippi, U.S., in a ribbon-cutting ceremony organised by global energy company, The AES Corporation. Sold in 2022 to The AES Corporation, the Delta project is the state’s first wind project and marks a significant milestoneContinue reading ” Steelhead Americas Celebrates Commissioning of the Delta Wind Project, First Wind Project in Mississippi “
Ørsted Celebrates Commencement of First Co-Located Wind and Solar Center in Bee County, Texas
Completion of Sparta Solar marks the Helena Energy Center fully operational as Ørsted’s largest onshore renewable energy project in the U.S. From Ørsted: Mineral, Texas – Ørsted, a leading U.S. renewable energy company, today celebrated the official commencement of the Helena Energy Center, a 518 MW co-located wind and solar facility in Bee County thatContinue reading “Ørsted Celebrates Commencement of First Co-Located Wind and Solar Center in Bee County, Texas”
APA Urges Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce to Focus on Building Reliability Through Diverse Complementary Generation Mix
APA Leadership ensuring that the voice of the advanced power generation and energy storage industries is heard inside the region’s state capitols. Advanced Power Alliance Vice President Judd Messer today provided written testimony to the Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce. On behalf of APA’s diverse membership with investments across the power generation andContinue reading “APA Urges Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce to Focus on Building Reliability Through Diverse Complementary Generation Mix”