There is a lot of give and take when it comes to balancing a budget – I should know as county assessor for Garfield County. So when you are offered an opportunity to tap into a new and very significant tax revenue stream, chances are you take it. For Garfield County that opportunity came inContinue reading “OKLAHOMA: Garfield County Assessor Wade Patterson: Opportunity in the Air”
Category Archives: Oklahoma
Southwest Power Pool Study Misses Low-Cost Options for Meeting Clean Power Plan
by Michael Goggin Originally Published: https://www.aweablog.org/southwest-power-pool-study-misses-low-cost-options-for-meeting-clean-power-plan/ The Southwest Power Pool released a study today examining the impacts of complying with EPA’s Clean Power Plan. Unfortunately, the study’s results are not realistic as the study arbitrarily limited the region’s options for complying with the Clean Power Plan. If the region had been allowed to fully utilizeContinue reading “Southwest Power Pool Study Misses Low-Cost Options for Meeting Clean Power Plan”
The Oklahoman: Wind energy advocate – Oklahoma should look to expand wind industry
From The Oklahoman – by Jeff Clark, Executive Director – The Wind Coalition http://newsok.com/wind-energy-advocate-oklahoma-should-look-to-expand-wind-industry/article/5406815 “When the wind comes sweeping down the plain” is no longer just a signature lyric from Oklahoma’s famous state song. It’s synonymous with what Oklahomans once thought of as just an annoying component of Mother Nature. Since 2003, Oklahoma winds haveContinue reading “The Oklahoman: Wind energy advocate – Oklahoma should look to expand wind industry”
Jeff Clark: Wind Energy Boosts Oklahoma Economy
Originally published in the Tulsa World. “When the wind comes sweeping down the plain” is no longer just a signature lyric from Oklahoma’s famous state song. It is synonymous for what Oklahomans once thought of as just an annoying component of Mother Nature. Since 2003, the signature Oklahoma winds have enjoyed a renaissance thanks toContinue reading “Jeff Clark: Wind Energy Boosts Oklahoma Economy”
LTE: Wind Incentives Work in Oklahoma
This Letter to the Editor was published in The Oklahoman on February 22, 2015. Frank Robson (Point of View, February 13) missed the mark regarding the economic value of wind energy to Oklahoma. State tax incentives have indeed allowed wind development to grow over the past several years. They have made Oklahoma competitive for investment,Continue reading “LTE: Wind Incentives Work in Oklahoma”
Wind Coalition Presents Testimony to Oklahoma Senate, Calls for Collaboration on Incentives Restructuring
Today, Jeff Clark, Executive Director of The Wind Coalition presented testimony to the Oklahoma Senate in response to an interim study initiated by that body. The study is designed to review tax incentives currently made available to promote wind energy development in Oklahoma. A copy of the remarks as prepared is available here: 2014_10_20 – Wind CoalitionContinue reading “Wind Coalition Presents Testimony to Oklahoma Senate, Calls for Collaboration on Incentives Restructuring”
Wind Coalition Testifies on Incentives in Oklahoma
Jeffrey Clark, Executive Director of The Wind Coalition, presented testimony to the Oklahoma House of Representatives today addressing concerns on tax incentives currently offered in Oklahoma. The wind energy industry, among others, uses these incentives and they are critical to keeping Oklahoma competitive as a location for capital investment. PDF: 2014_10_01 – Wind Coalition Testimony inContinue reading “Wind Coalition Testifies on Incentives in Oklahoma”
How Loud is a Wind Turbine?
From GEReports.com. Because wind turbines are such a great source of clean, renewable energy, they’re usually greeted with a great deal of enthusiasm. But some complaints have been made that they can cause too much noise for residents living within a mile of the blades. So just how noisy are these turbines? The closest thatContinue reading “How Loud is a Wind Turbine?”
Oklahoma Governor’s Energy Conference Showcases State’s Diverse Energy Economy
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Each year, the Oklahoma Governor’s Energy Conference gathers industry leaders from the various sectors of the energy economy. Oklahoma is a world leader in energy development and the conference showcases the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that has pushed the state to the forefront. The Wind Coalition is proud to be aContinue reading “Oklahoma Governor’s Energy Conference Showcases State’s Diverse Energy Economy”
Oklahoma’s Grand River Dam Authority Signs 100 MW Renewable Energy Purchase Agreement
With potential to save customers $50 million over the project’s lifetime … GRDA signs 100 MW renewable energy purchase agreement. From Grand River Dam Authority: Vinita, Oklahoma – In an effort to add more balance to its diverse electric generation portfolio, the Grand River Dam Authority will soon be utilizing even more Oklahoma wind power.Continue reading “Oklahoma’s Grand River Dam Authority Signs 100 MW Renewable Energy Purchase Agreement”