EIA: US wind will likely surpass hydro in 2019

Report: Global investment in clean energy hit $332B in 2018 | EIA: US wind will likely surpass hydro in 2019 | N.Y. governor unveils new 100% by 2040 renewables goal  |  Web Version January 17, 2019 News for wind power professionals and advocates SIGN UP ⋅   FORWARD Industry Update Report: Global investment in clean energy hit $332B in 2018 Companies worldwide invested a total of $332 billion in clean energy in 2018, surpassing $300 billion in spending for the fifth consecutive year, according to Bloomberg NEF. Investments in wind expanded by 3% in 2018, with $25.7 billion spent on offshore wind and $100.8 billion on land-based wind. Financial Times (subscription required) (1/16),  CleanTechnica (1/16)      EIA: US wind will likely surpass hydro in 2019 The US is expected to source more of its total electricity from wind than hydropower for the first time in 2019, according to the Energy Information Administration. The report says the nation's installed wind capacity will likely reach 107 gigawatts by the end of 2019 and 114 GW by the following year. CleanTechnica (1/16)      N.Y. governor unveils new 100% by 2040 renewables goal New York is working toward its own Green New Deal to source 100% of its electricity from renewables by 2040, says Gov. Andrew Cuomo, adding that the plan calls for 9 gigawatts of installed offshore wind capacity by 2035, instead of 2030's 2.4-GW target. "By more than tripling New York's already impressive offshore wind goal, Governor Cuomo has redefined offshore wind ambition nationwide," says Nancy Sopko, director of offshore wind policy and siting at the American Wind Energy Association. North American Windpower online (1/16),  Utility Dive (1/16)      AWEA recognizes Sen. Ernst as a US Wind Champion The American Wind Energy Association has presented a US Wind Champion award to Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, for her ongoing support of US wind and the jobs it creates. "Her steadfast support for wind power and Iowa's wind workers contributes to the robust industry growth we see today," says CEO Tom Kiernan. Newton Daily News (Iowa) (1/16)      How to Solve Carrier Fraud Using AI & ML A $30 billion loss in revenue last year due to fraud in the telecom industry means its time to look outside the box for solutions. Learn about the challenge of carrier fraud and innovative solutions through AI and Machine Learning. Read our white paper to learn more ADVERTISEMENT Project Focus Siemens Gamesa introduces first 10-MW turbine Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy introduced the SG 10-megawatt 193 DD offshore wind turbine Wednesday, making the model the largest of its kind in the world. "The new SG 10.0-193 DD combines experiences and knowledge from five generations of proven direct drive technology in one 10 MW turbine," says CEO Markus Tacke. Energy Digital (1/16)      Economy, Energy & Trends How are utilities changing their electric generating mixes? As the old saying goes, there's nothing permanent except change. This certainly holds true for the U.S. energy landscape. It is constantly evolving and renewable energy cost declines, technology advancements, and impending power plant retirements are driving the transition. How can we stay up-to-date on these changes? And more importantly, what role will wind energy play in the future energy mix? One effective method is tracking electric utilities' integrated resource plans (IRP), and the AWEA Utility IRP Database is here to help keep you in-the-know about important changes. Into the Wind blog (1/16)      NRDC: 50% RPS would create nearly 9,000 jobs in N.M. A renewable portfolio standard of 50% by 2030 would help New Mexico create 8,830 new jobs and drive investments totaling $4.6 billion, according to a Natural Resources Defense Council analysis. "A stronger RPS in New Mexico could help propel the state's wind power industry even further," write Arjun Krishnaswami and Patricia Valderrama of the Climate & Clean Energy Program. NRDC (1/16)      Wind technician is a fast-growing job in Texas, report finds Renewables are one of the fastest growing career tracks in Texas, with demand for wind technicians on track to increase 50% by 2023, according to CareerBuilder. The Dallas Morning News (tiered subscription model) (1/16)      Policy Watch Wheeler vows to continue deregulatory actions as permanent EPA head At his Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday, Andrew Wheeler, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, renewed his commitment to deregulation and to adopting rules that give businesses and states "a climate of certainty." Wheeler, the EPA's current acting administrator, also said that the partial government shutdown may delay a new rule allowing year-round sales of higher-ethanol blends of gasoline, although he still expects to have it ready in time for the summer driving season. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (1/16)      Report: CPP replacement may increase emissions in 18 states, D.C. The Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Power Plan replacement, the Affordable Clean Energy rule, would would likely increase carbon emissions in 18 states and Washington, D.C., by 2030, according to Harvard University, Syracuse University and Resources for the Future researchers. Scientific American online/E&E News (1/16)      The love of one's country is a splendid thing. But why should love stop at the border? There is a brotherhood among all men. This must be recognized if life is to remain. We must learn the love of man. Pablo Casals, cellist and composer     Learn more about AWEA: AWEA Home | Events | Take Action AWEA Facebook | AWEA Twitter | AWEA LinkedIn 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  -  Sean McMahon Mailing Address: SmartBrief, Inc.®, 555 11th ST NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20004 © 1999-2019 SmartBrief, Inc.® Privacy Policy (updated May 25, 2018) |  Legal Information

 

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