For an interactive version of this map of non-utility purchasers, go here: http://bit.ly/1F6wqQ5 By Kevin Borgia – Wind on the Wires – Original Publication A growing trend is reshaping many of the nation’s largest corporations, and the renewables industry is at the center of it. It began with tech giants like Google, Facebook, Apple andContinue reading “Corporate Purchasing Represents a New Demand Driver for Renewable Energy”
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Wind Power Creates 30,000 Texas Jobs, Generates $85 million in Taxes, Public Citizen Data Shows
Renewable Energy Boom Under Siege by State Legislators Austin, Texas – The boom in West Texas wind-powered electricity generation has delivered a major economic boost to the region, including creation of over 40 new businesses and 30,000 construction jobs in 57 West Texas counties since 2001, according to data collected by Public Citizen’s Texas office.Continue reading “Wind Power Creates 30,000 Texas Jobs, Generates $85 million in Taxes, Public Citizen Data Shows”
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”
Dow to Become One of the Largest Industrial Buyers of Renewable Energy
Dow Accelerates Sustainability with New Wind Farm Agreement for Texas Facility Midland, Michigan – As a part of Dow’s Energy Plan and its Sustainability Goals, The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE:DOW) has taken another step towards reducing its own carbon “footprint.” Marking milestone progress, Dow’s Energy business has signed a long-term agreement with a new windContinue reading “Dow to Become One of the Largest Industrial Buyers of Renewable Energy”
ERCOT: ERCOT Expects Sufficient Electricity for Upcoming Winter, Spring
Unusually severe conditions could result in tight reserves, conservation requests. From ERCOT: Austin, Texas –The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), grid operator for most of the state, expects the region will have sufficient electric supplies this winter, based on a broad range of planning scenarios in the Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy (SARA) released today.Continue reading “ERCOT: ERCOT Expects Sufficient Electricity for Upcoming Winter, Spring”
Texas Renewable Conference to Gather Industry Leaders For Important Discussions During Critical Times
The Texas Renewables 2014 Conference, “Shaping Texas’ Evolving Energy Markets” will take place in Dallas, Texas on November 3rd through 6th. As it does each year, this conference will provide an unparalleled gathering of Texas renewable energy experts, advocates, and supporters. Each of these will engage in collaborative discussions on the future of renewables in TexasContinue reading “Texas Renewable Conference to Gather Industry Leaders For Important Discussions During Critical Times”
Wind Coalition Formally Responds to Texas Comptroller’s Biased Attack on Wind Energy
On Friday, The Wind Coalition formally responded to Texas Comptroller Susan Combs’ recently released report on wind energy in Texas. Rather than be considered a research piece, her report is better labeled an opinion on wind. A long-time, outspoken opponent of wind energy development, Susan Combs is taking advantage of her final days in the Comptroller’sContinue reading “Wind Coalition Formally Responds to Texas Comptroller’s Biased Attack on Wind Energy”
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”
Wind Coalition’s Initial Statement on Texas Comptroller’s Flawed and Biased Report on Renewable Energy
Jeff Clark, Executive Director of The Wind Coalition, released the following statement on a report published by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Susan Combs. “Today, Comptroller Susan Comb’s office published a report attacking renewable energy in Texas. This unbalanced, misinformed report is simply a restatement of the flawed talking points pushed by the anti-renewablesContinue reading “Wind Coalition’s Initial Statement on Texas Comptroller’s Flawed and Biased Report on Renewable Energy”