NRDC: Renewables continue to grow under Trump

NRDC: Renewables continue to grow under Trump | Analysis: Renewable energy M&A growth to continue in 2018 | US doesn't need CPP to meet climate goals, report shows Created for aquarianm@gmail.com |  Web Version ADVERTISEMENT March 9, 2018 News for wind power professionals and advocates SIGN UP ⋅   FORWARD Industry Update NRDC: Renewables continue to grow under Trump Wind, solar and hydroelectric energy continued their slow upward trajectory in 2017, accounting for 16% of the nation's total electrical production, up from 13% in 2016, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. Energy analyst Amanda Levin said even though the Trump administration's agenda doesn't support the industry, state and corporations continue to invest in and promote clean energy. Capitol Weekly (Sacramento, Calif.) (3/8)       Analysis: Renewable energy M&A growth to continue in 2018 The same trends that encouraged renewable energy mergers and acquisitions activity in 2017 are expected to continue in 2018, especially as more investors enter the market and tech firms and other companies continue to embrace clean energy, writes Frank Palladino, director of investment bank CohnReznick Capital. He notes the pending retirement of various coal, nuclear and natural gas projects would also motivate firms to acquire more renewable energy assets. North American Windpower online (3/8)       US doesn't need CPP to meet climate goals, report shows The US has already slashed emissions from the power generation sector from 2.7 billion tons to about 1.9 billion tons over the past five to eight years, putting the country ahead of schedule in terms of meeting the Clean Power Plan's goals, researchers at Carnegie Mellon University says. Professor Paul Fischbeck added that market forces are already driving a shift to a clean energy economy without regulations like the CPP. National Public Radio (3/8)       THRIVE THROUGH ELECTRIC INDUSTRY DISRUPTION The electric power industry is undergoing rapid change & innovation. Smart grid technologies, climate change, & renewable and distributed energy are creating dramatic disruption – and opportunity. Learn from industry leaders in BU's highly interactive 2-day executive certificate course. Enroll today ADVERTISEMENT Project Focus AEP unit challenges anonymous Ark. anti-wind group American Electric Power subsidiary Southwestern Electric Power has issued a news release calling for the individuals behind the anonymous Protect Our Pocketbooks initiative to reveal their identity. SWEPCO Vice President of External Affairs Brian Bond said the group is fighting its proposed Wind Catcher Energy Connection Project by sharing misleading information with Arkansans, for example telling the public it won't receive any benefits from the project. Daily Energy Insider (3/8)       Guard networks from attacks - get the guide The guide Indications of Compromise: A Guide to Spotting and Preventing Malware Infection covers the lifecycle of malware attacks, how to guard against them and how to save the day when all else fails and an attack lands. Download the in-depth guide to shore up defenses against cyber threats. ADVERTISEMENT Operations & Maintenance Castrol, Romax introduce new predictive maintenance service Castrol and Romax Technology formed a joint venture in February 2017 and have now launched ONYX InSight, a predictive maintenance service for the wind industry. "Giving operators complete visibility of the condition of their assets with the right data, analytical tools and guidance empowers them to take full control of their maintenance programs, reducing unexpected downtime and costs," CEO Bruce Hall said. North American Windpower online (3/8)       Economy, Energy & Trends GM, Switch hit 100% goals for wind energy in Mich. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) General Motors and data center firm Switch have begun sourcing 100% of their total electricity needs in Michigan from wind energy using a new renewable energy program from utility Consumers Energy. "The Consumers Energy program will help General Motors meet its commitment to source 100% renewable energy at all global operations by 2050 -- while reducing emissions in our Michigan communities and making the grid greener," said GM Vice President of Sustainable Workplaces Dane Parker. North American Windpower online (3/8)         Apex plans new headquarters in Va. Apex Clean Energy has decided to build a new 130,000-square-foot headquarters in Charlottesville, Va., which it will build using environmentally friendly products. "If we're a company that is really determined to accelerate the shift to clean energy then we have to be a leader in sustainability," said President and CEO Mark Goodwin. WVIR-TV (Charlottesville, Va.) (3/2)       Fifth Third Bank joins renewable energy initiative Fifth Third Bank, based in Ohio, joined renewable energy initiative RE100, making it the first bank with a commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy through only solar power. The bank is purchasing an 80-megawatt solar project in North Carolina developed by SunEnergy1. CleanTechnica (3/8)       Policy Watch Hawaii kicks off RFP for 300-MW worth of renewables The Hawaiian Electric Cos. will accept proposals from companies interested in developing up to 300 megawatts worth of renewable energy project in the state through April 30. The company said it's seeking 220 MW worth of projects for the island of Oahu, plus an additional 60 MW and 20 MW, respectively, for Maui and Hawaii Island. ReNews (UK) (3/9)       CAREERS IN WIND powered by Education Coordinator AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - Dist. Columbia Government and Public Affairs Coordinator AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION (AWEA) - Dist. Columbia Manager, Research & Analytics AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION (AWEA) - Dist. Columbia Vice President, Federal Affairs AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION (AWEA) - Washington, DC, Dist. Columbia Environmental Specialist ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT, INC. - Arlington, Virginia Offshore Environmental Permitting Specialist ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT, INC. - New York, New York View More Listings | Post a Job Long ago, I made up my mind that when things were said involving only me, I would pay no attention to them, except when valid criticism was carried by which I could profit. 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