AWEA: Trump's infrastructure plan holds opportunities for wind

AWEA: Trump's infrastructure plan holds opportunities for wind | Nestle signs 15-year, 50-MW wind PPA with EDP Renewables | Okla. House rejects tax package with new tax on wind generation

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February 13, 2018

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AWEA: Trump's infrastructure plan holds opportunities for wind

The American Wind Energy Association has expressed support for President Donald Trump's infrastructure proposal, which it says will lead to new energy infrastructure, including transmission lines that will increase the flow of low-cost wind in rural economies. "With 99% of American wind farms built in rural areas, an investment in transmission infrastructure boosts rural economies while improving resilience and reliability, delivering low-cost power to consumers and strengthening US energy dominance," says Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs Amy Farrell.

North American Windpower online (2/12)

Nestle signs 15-year, 50-MW wind PPA with EDP Renewables

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Nestle has signed a 15-year power purchase agreement with EDP Renewables in which it will purchase 50 megawatts of wind energy to provide roughly 80% of the power needed for five of its sites in Pennsylvania, according to the companies. "Our partnership with EDP Renewables propels us forward in our ambition to create zero environmental impact by 2030 and is another example of our business transformation journey," said Nestle USA Chief Supply Chain Officer Kevin Petrie.

North American Windpower online (2/12)

Okla. House rejects tax package with new tax on wind generation

The Oklahoma House rejected a $581 million tax package Monday that contained a measure that would have levied additional taxes on wind generation, diesel fuel and tobacco. The bill needed 76 votes to pass, but only had the support of 63 lawmakers.

KFOR-TV (Oklahoma City) (2/12)

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Project Focus

Okla. judge rules against AEP in preapproval case

Oklahoma Administrative Law Judge Mary Candler ruled Monday that American Electric Power hasn't found sufficient evidence to support rolling the costs into customer rates to purchase Invenergy's 2,000-megawatt Wind Catcher project and associated transmission line. The Oklahoma Corporation Commission will take Candler's ruling into account as it makes a final decision for preapproval on the purchase.

Bloomberg (free registration) (2/12)

Economy, Energy & Trends

Heineken sets new 70% by 2030 renewables goal

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Heineken has announced "Drop the C," a new sustainability program meant to reduce carbon emissions by 80% in 2030 over 2008 figures. As part of the strategy, Heineken will increase its use of renewables, including wind, solar and thermal energy, to 70% by 2030.

Sustainable Brands (2/12)

Analysis: Okla. is leading Great Plains in transition to wind

Wind generation is expected to outpace hydro nationwide in 2019, but in some states, such as Oklahoma, that shift has already occurred, writes Jack Money, citing Energy Information Administration data. The Western Farmers Electric Cooperative said it has been diversifying its energy mix for decades, and in November sourced 36% of its electricity from wind, compared with 5% from hydro.

The Oklahoman (Oklahoma City) (2/9)

Marine Renewables Canada expands scope to add offshore wind

Marine Renewables Canada plans to include offshore wind in its mandate, noting the "significant overlap" between the renewable energy source and marine energy. "For us, offshore wind is a natural fit and our involvement will help ensure that Canadian companies and researchers are gaining knowledge and opportunities in the offshore wind sector as it grows," said Marine Renewables Canada Chair Tim Brownlow.

ReNews (UK) (2/12)

Policy Watch

Opinion: Investing in renewables is a smart choice for US

The US on a whole should take note from utilities and other countries and embrace renewables not only for the industry's economic benefits and job creation, but their also if its ability to combat air pollution, writes Tom Hirsch. "Pricing fossil fuels at a cost reflecting their damage to our health would further accelerate this welcome transition to renewable energy sources," he writes.

Wisconsin State Journal (Madison) (2/11)

Mich. campaign calls for 30% renewables by 2030

Nonprofit NextGen America and wind and solar groups in Michigan have formed a campaign, petitioning Michigan lawmakers to adopt a 30% by 2030 goal for renewables. "So everybody will save money, and plus, we get the added benefits of having much cleaner air because solar and wind don't produce any pollution," said Campaign Manager John Freeman.

Michigan Radio (2/12)

AWEA News

#iheartwind is back: Tell us why you love wind power

#iheartwind is back. Starting on Monday, and running through all of next week, we want you to tell us on social media why you support wind power. It's easy to take part: fill out this year's sign and take a photo, record a video message, or take another creative action. Read more.

Did you know the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics are powered by wind energy?

The Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games are entirely powered by wind energy. Last night, an aerial shot of the Bokwang Snowpark flashed on the screen. From the top of the half pipe, a line of wind turbines dotted a nearby mountain ridge. Athletes could see the machines spinning in the distance as they prepared for their runs. Read more.

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