Spread by competitors and opponents, persistent disinformation continues to flood policy discussions and communities. APA responds with facts. Across the country, incorrect and misleading information about solar energy is flooding communities and infecting the discussions of policymakers. Often spread by competitors or opponents, this information is designed to discourage communities from embracing clean energy investmentsContinue reading “APA Responds to Solar Power Myths Presented to Legislative Committee”
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APA Urges US Secretary of Commerce Raimondo to Dismiss Request for New Solar Tariffs, End Inquiry
“Stable trade policy is a fundamental foundation that members of our organization rely on, and we fear that this petition would impede their ability to supply essential clean energy to American homes and businesses. At a time when energy production must be significantly scaled up to meet the needs of American consumers and our alliesContinue reading “APA Urges US Secretary of Commerce Raimondo to Dismiss Request for New Solar Tariffs, End Inquiry”
APA Statement on Louisiana Senate Bill 108
“SB 108 is unnecessary, protectionist, and economically harmful. It sends the wrong message about Louisiana’s business climate and conveys regulatory instability, entirely unhelpful to the state’s reputation, especially as leader are working so hard to attract job creation and capital investment.” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2024 The following statement can be attributed to Jeff Clark,Continue reading “APA Statement on Louisiana Senate Bill 108”
Sabin Center at Columbia University Law School Releases Report Rebutting 33 False Claims About Solar, Wind, and Electric Vehicles
From Columbia University Law School: https://climate.law.columbia.edu/news/sabin-center-releases-new-report-rebutting-33-false-claims-about-solar-wind-and-electric Achieving the United States’ ambitious emissions reduction goals depends in large part on the rapid adoption of wind and solar energy and the electrification of consumer vehicles. However, misinformation and coordinated disinformation about renewable energy is widespread and threatens to undermine public support for the transition. In a new report, the Sabin Center identifies and examinesContinue reading “Sabin Center at Columbia University Law School Releases Report Rebutting 33 False Claims About Solar, Wind, and Electric Vehicles”
Texas Governor Abbott Touts Texas’ Energy, Tech Industries In New Delhi
“During the meeting, Governor Abbott touted Texas’ position as a leading state in wind-powered generation and utility-scale solar, mentioning that an all-of-the-above energy strategy is critical for Texas to remain the energy capital of the world. The Governor also championed Texas’ business-friendly environment and low taxes as key factors for attracting companies from around the globeContinue reading “Texas Governor Abbott Touts Texas’ Energy, Tech Industries In New Delhi”
APA Statement on ERCOT Grid Performance During January Cold Snap
Advanced Power Alliance Texas Vice President Judd Messer today issued the following statement regarding Texas’ grid performance amid this week’s cold snap: “Texas’ power grid performed sufficiently during this week’s cold snap as resources worked in a complementary fashion to provide affordable and reliable power. Dispatchable power plants worked through frigid temperatures with no majorContinue reading “APA Statement on ERCOT Grid Performance During January Cold Snap”
RWE and GNO, Inc. Release Louisiana Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database Signaling Further Market Readiness Along the Gulf Coast
Database identified 123 local small, mid, and large tier businesses that have capabilities to support the national offshore wind supply chain. Of the companies identified in the database, 95 percent are small businesses and 42 percent have future investment plans to prepare for the offshore wind industry. NEW ORLEANS/BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA — RWE, a leadingContinue reading “RWE and GNO, Inc. Release Louisiana Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database Signaling Further Market Readiness Along the Gulf Coast”
Lubbock Power and Light Customers Welcomed into the ERCOT System
From ERCOT: https://www.ercot.com/news/release/2023-12-12-lubbock-power-and ERCOT today announced the final transition of all remaining Lubbock Power and Light (LP&L) customers to the ERCOT bulk electric system. The first phase of customer integration occurred over Memorial Day weekend in 2021, and the completion of the final phase marks the conclusion of the largest single transfer of customers in ERCOT’s history. Continue reading “Lubbock Power and Light Customers Welcomed into the ERCOT System”
EDP Renewables North America Launches the Close the Loop Recycling Program
Effort with SOLARCYCLE and others highlights the need for a circular economy focused on materials recycling in North America. Houston, Texas – EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and a top five renewable energy owner and operator in the United States, has announced the launch of its Close the LoopContinue reading “EDP Renewables North America Launches the Close the Loop Recycling Program”
Guest Commentary: Offshore Wind is Just What Gulf Anglers Need
Originally posted in Galveston County – The Daily News. To read the original post or to listen to this story, click here. By Scott Hickman, a founding board member of the Charter Fishermen’s Association and a charter fishing captain with decades of experience fishing the Gulf. For people like me, fishing is a way ofContinue reading “Guest Commentary: Offshore Wind is Just What Gulf Anglers Need”