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Solar and Wind Provided 93.8% of New U.S. Generating Capacity in First Third of 2021 

According to a review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data recently released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), wind and solar resources provided nearly all (93.84%) of the new electrical generating capacity added in the U.S. during the first four months of 2021 .   

Business Network for Offshore Wind publishes Offshore Wind Policy Brief

The Business Network for Offshore Wind has today published its Offshore Wind Policy Brief: The US Opportunity in Floating Offshore Wind, following President Joe Biden’s announcement of an agreement to advance areas off California’s coastline for offshore wind development. The agreement between the DOI and the DOD covers areas off California’s northern and central coasts. 

Alfen EV Charging Stations In Center Of Circular Business Model

SìRicarica, an innovative Italian start-up, has started to roll out a nationwide network of charging stations for electric cars in Italy. SìRicarica originated from a shared vision of NaturaSì, DriWe and Garage Italia. Three different companies with a common goal: to build a sustainable future together for everyone. Alfen has been selected as the main partner to supply smart EV charging stations for this nationwide rollout.

Sugar Valley Energy Project to Issue Green Bonds for Financing Stage

California Ethanol + Power (CE+P) has announced that its Sugar Valley Energy advanced biofuel project has been verified for Green Bond Financing through the alignment of the project with the Green Bond Principles established by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA). 

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European Pellet Conference in Austria will be the largest annual pellet event worldwide

There are only a few weeks lefts until the European Pellet Conference on 22 June 2021 in Wels/Austria, which will be the largest annual pellet event worldwide and part of the World Sustainable Energy Days (WSED).

Avolon and Vertical Aerospace announce world’s largest eVTOL aircraft order

International aircraft leasing company Avolon and advanced electric vertical take-off and landing (‘eVTOL’) company Vertical Aerospace have announced a $2 billion order for up to 500 electric eVTOL aircraft, introducing the ultra-short-haul aircraft category to commercial aviation.

Geothermal Seminar: World Must Embrace Risk in Transition to Renewable Energy

The battle against climate change is dire but not hopeless if the world embraces the many financial, technical, and societal risks involved in transitioning from fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy sources. That was the overall takeaway from a seminar on the risks associated with geothermal energy—the power beneath our feet.

SDTC Grant to KEY DH Enables $12 Million Green Hydrogen Technology Demonstration

Sustainable Development Technology Canada has awarded KEY DH Technologies Inc. a $4.8 million grant in support of a $12 million project to demonstrate its unique Green Hydrogen technology.

Importance of Renewable Energy Federal Incentives and Grants

The Biden administration has made changes in the past few months. Politics aside, one of the most significant changes for the United States is the drive and demand towards renewable energy.

Eco Wave Power Partners in ILIAD Project

Leading global wave energy developer Eco Wave Power has joined the ILIAD Consortium, which has been awarded €17 million by the European Union (EU) as part of the €1 billion European Green Deal.

Solar Energy UK backs energy sector call for Government action on net zero

Solar Energy UK has joined forces with fellow UK energy trade associations representing networks, generators, retailers and the supply chain to urge the Government to seize the opportunity to deliver a green economic recovery and build on Britain’s emerging reputation as a leader in renewable energy.

Duke Energy to Build 250 MW Pisgah Ridge Solar in Texas

 Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, a non-regulated commercial brand of Duke Energy has begun construction of the 250 megawatt (MW) Pisgah Ridge Solar project in Navarro County, Texas.

Hitachi ABB Power Grids Launches Transformers for Floating Offshore Wind

Hitachi ABB Power Grids has launched a portfolio of transformer products for offshore floating applications, designed to overcome the challenging offshore environment and withstand the physically demanding conditions on floating structures. The portfolio will enable much greater volumes of wind to be efficiently harvested and integrated into the global energy system, directly supporting the transition to a sustainable energy future. 

Ørsted and Eversource Partner with Mystic Aquarium in Support of Wind Energy

Joint-venture partners Ørsted and Eversource have announced a $1,250,000 grant in support of Mystic Aquarium, one of Connecticut's premier cultural and research institutions. The grant will create a brand new, state-of-the-art exhibit centered around the potential of ocean wind energy, support innovative research that will improve the understanding of marine mammals and their habitats throughout New England and bring hands-on educational and career opportunities to students in the region.

ICSD 2021: 9th International Conference on Sustainable Development