Wind energy industry has invested more than $6.1 billion in wind farm development and construction in the past ten years. OKLAHOMA CITY – A new study commissioned by The Wind Coalition Oklahoma office found that the wind energy industry in Oklahoma has invested more than $6 billion in wind farm construction and contributed more thanContinue reading “New Study Reveals Statewide Economic Impact of Wind Energy Development in Oklahoma”
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New Poll Data Shows Kansans Support Renewable Energy Law
Today The Wind Coalition and the Climate and Energy Project released new poll data showing that Kansans overwhelmingly support the development of renewable energy resources in Kansas and the state’s 2009 renewable energy law. The poll, conducted by North Star Opinion Research, shows that Kansans support increasing renewable energy development and that the state’s RenewableContinue reading “New Poll Data Shows Kansans Support Renewable Energy Law”
Leaders Speak Out on Wind Energy and Kansas RES
“The state’s renewable energy policy has helped foster new business and jobs in Kansas. The Heartland has benefited from these smart investments.” Jim Heeter, President and Chief Executive Officer Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce “It is encouraging to see Kansans embrace the production of renewable energy sources. Wind energy is one more product thatContinue reading “Leaders Speak Out on Wind Energy and Kansas RES”
2014 Renewable Energy Law Conference Announced
The Wind Coalition is proud to be a supporting organization for the 2014 Renewable Energy Law Conference to be held in Austin, Texas. Join leading attorneys and industry experts in wind, solar and storage at Renewable Energy Law in Austin for two days of the latest developments affecting renewable energy in Texas and nationwide. 2014Continue reading “2014 Renewable Energy Law Conference Announced”
FACT CHECK: Fossil-Funded Think Tank Strikes Out on Wind Costs
Michael Goggin, Manager of Transmission Policy at the American Wind Energy Association, today provided a careful analysis of the highly flawed, and blatantly biased report just issued by the fossil-funded Institute for Energy Research. His post begins below and continues in its full form on the AWEA blog here. After two failed attempts to attackContinue reading “FACT CHECK: Fossil-Funded Think Tank Strikes Out on Wind Costs”
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin Appoints New Secretary of Energy and Environment
OKLAHOMA CITY – Governor Mary Fallin today announced the appointment of Colonel Michael Teague to the position of secretary of energy and environment. Teague will begin in his new role on September 3 of this year. The position of secretary of energy and environment is new, combining the positions of secretary of energy, previously heldContinue reading “Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin Appoints New Secretary of Energy and Environment”
Energy Department Reports: U.S. Wind Energy Production and Manufacturing Reaches Record Highs
News from the Department of Energy: WASHINGTON – The Energy Department released two new reports today showcasing record growth across the U.S. wind market — increasing America’s share of clean, renewable energy and supporting tens of thousands of jobs nationwide. According to these reports, the United States continues to be one of the world’s largest andContinue reading “Energy Department Reports: U.S. Wind Energy Production and Manufacturing Reaches Record Highs”
Xcel Energy Plans to Grow Wind Power Portfolio by 30 Percent
Nation’s #1 wind energy company will lower customer costs while cutting emissions Xcel Energy, already the country’s top wind energy company, proposes to significantly expand its wind power production to reduce customer costs, protect against rising and volatile fuel prices, and benefit the environment. The move is made possible by extremely competitive prices and theContinue reading “Xcel Energy Plans to Grow Wind Power Portfolio by 30 Percent”
The Wind Coalition Call On Media to Correct Errors in Storm Reporting
In a letter to ABC News, Jeffrey Clark, Executive Director of the The Wind Coalition called upon that organization to correct substantive errors made in its reporting on tornado damage in El Reno, Oklahoma. No operational or standing wind turbines were damaged during the weather event: We are aware that in the midst of coveringContinue reading “The Wind Coalition Call On Media to Correct Errors in Storm Reporting”
Relief Efforts in Oklahoma are Underway and Need Support
The scenes of destruction and loss of life in Oklahoma City are heartbreaking. Like all Americans, our thoughts and prayers are with all of those families affected by storms and tornadoes within our region. If you are looking for loved ones in the affected areas, please visit http://www.SafeandWell.org Knowing that our community will want toContinue reading “Relief Efforts in Oklahoma are Underway and Need Support”