9 northeastern states pledge to cut GHG emissions 65% by 2030

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Energy Dept.: US grid stability depends on "all-of-the-above" energy approach | Renewables could power 139 nations by 2050, says report | E.ON, Statoil begin work on 385-MW offshore wind project in Germany Created for aquarianm@gmail.com |  Web Version August 24, 2017 News for wind power professionals and advocates SIGN UP ⋅   FORWARD Industry Update Energy Dept.: US grid stability depends on "all-of-the-above" energy approach Reliability can be restored to the US electrical grid, which has been threatened by the decline of fossil fuels, increased renewables and environmental policies, by embracing an "all-of-the-above" approach to energy that uses the most effective combination of domestic sources, according to the Energy Department's new grid report. American Wind Energy Association CEO Tom Kiernan said the report "provides a number of valuable policy recommendations," such as valuing reliability services that wind provides, minimizing regulatory barriers to energy production and accelerating transmission growth. Omaha World-Herald (Neb.)/The Associated Press (8/24),  RTO Insider (tiered subscription model) (8/23)       Renewables could power 139 nations by 2050, says report One hundred and thirty-nine nations worldwide could transition to 100% renewables by 2050 while creating jobs and significantly curbing carbon emissions, according to a study in Joule. "Our findings suggest that the benefits are so great that we should accelerate the transition to wind, water and solar, as fast as possible, by retiring fossil-fuel systems early wherever we can," said researcher Mark Delucchi. CleanTechnica (8/23),  The Independent (London) (tiered subscription model) (8/23)       Reducing Risk and Increasing Flexibility for the Mobile Enterprise Mobile devices and BYOD have brought unprecedented agility to the enterprises, but with it comes new security concerns. Read this short whitepaper to learn what over 200 senior security executives had to say about the top risks and trends in data security, as well as how to overcome them. ADVERTISEMENT Project Focus E.ON, Statoil begin work on 385-MW offshore wind project in Germany E.ON and Statoil have broken ground on the 60-turbine, 385-megawatt Arkona offshore wind farm off the coast of Germany in the Baltic Sea, according to the companies. The project, which features Siemens Gamesa turbines, is expected to begin operations in 2019. ReNews (UK) (8/24)       Operations & Maintenance ORE Catapult kicks off $1.2M offshore wind testing project The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, a UK-based energy consultancy, has kicked off a $1.2 million project that gives companies the opportunity to test various products for the offshore wind market at a 7-megawatt pilot project in Scotland. "This will significantly help to develop the skills and experience that is critical to the future growth of the industry and its continuing efforts to reduce costs," said Operational Performance Director Chris Hill. ReNews (UK) (8/24)       Economy, Energy & Trends 9 northeastern states pledge to cut GHG emissions 65% by 2030 The nine northeastern states in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative have set a goal to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions 65% by 2030. RGGI, which uses a cap-and-trade program for carbon dioxide emissions, has raised $2.7 billion for state-level clean energy programs by auctioning off excess emissions. Boston Herald/The Associated Press (8/23)       Analysis: Anderson Trucking is a key player in US wind industry (Peter Parks/AFP/Getty Images) Minnesota-based Anderson Trucking Service was one of the first transportation companies to get involved in the US wind industry and has transported more than 190,000 wind components since 2003, writes Matt Perkins. Vice President of Projects Gene Lemke said ATS, which accounts for at least one-third of all US wind transports, maximizes efficiency by stockpiling wind equipment and ensuring all shipments include the parts for a complete turbine. St. Cloud Times (Minn.) (tiered subscription model) (8/23)         Policy Watch Calif. lawmakers to take up 100% renewables by 2045 bill next month Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a measure next month from state Senate President Kevin de Leon that would enact a 100% by 2045 clean energy standard. Observers say the measure, if approved, would make California the largest economy worldwide to establish a 100% renewables goal. NBC News (8/23)       Iowa county clears path for Apex's Upland Wind project Apex Clean Energy has secured approval from the Clay County, Iowa, Zoning Commission and the County Board of Adjustments to build its proposed Upland Wind Prairie Project on A1 agricultural property, according to the company. "We think that this will probably be one of if not the, quietest wind farms in Iowa," added Senior Development Manager Brenna Gunderson. The Daily Reporter (Spencer, Iowa) (8/23)       AWEA News Top three takeaways from the Energy Dept.'s grid study After months of speculation, the Energy Department released a much-anticipated study of the US electric grid last night. It focused on a critical question -- how do we make sure we keep the lights on for American families and businesses? From our initial review of the report, there are three particularly valuable takeaways. These primary findings will be discussed in more detail in our forthcoming analytical white paper "DOE Study: Markets and Infrastructure Key to Electric Reliability and Resilience," and are summarized here.      Learn more about AWEA: AWEA Home | Events | Take Action AWEA Facebook | AWEA Twitter | AWEA LinkedIn CAREERS IN WIND powered by Remote Sensing Manager NRG SYSTEMS, INC. - Hinesburg, Vermont Manager - Business Development USA (DEV118) INNERGEX RENEWABLE ENERGY INC. - San Diego, California Associate Counsel, Federal Regulatory Affairs AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - Dist. Columbia Media Monitoring Specialist AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - Dist. Columbia View More Listings | Post a Job Simplicity boils down to two steps: Identify the essential. Eliminate the rest. Leo Babauta, writer      These stories were selected and summarized by independent editors at SmartBrief Inc., not by AWEA's staff, and do not represent AWEA positions. They reflect the variety of daily coverage of American wind power. Sign Up SmartBrief offers 200+ newsletters Advertise Learn more about the SmartBrief audience Subscriber Tools: Manage Subscriptions Update Your Profile Unsubscribe Send Feedback Archive Search Contact Us: Advertising  -  Elizabeth Kaufman Editor  -  Bryan McBournie Mailing Address: SmartBrief, Inc.®, 555 11th ST NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20004 © 1999-2017 SmartBrief, Inc.® Privacy policy |  Legal Information