This is an exciting time for the wind energy industry. As of the end of 2010, wind power is now responsible for 2.5% of the global electricity production, with a generating capacity of 430 Terawatthours per year; more than the total electricity demand of the United Kingdom, the 6th largest economy in the world...
AWEA CEO Denise Bode released the following statement in response to today’s announcement from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that it has clarified how needed transmission lines will be planned and paid for. “AWEA applauds FERC for its leadership in finalizing reforms that...
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) and some 80 entities sent a letter yesterday to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) opposing the Wyden-Corker electric transmission bill and supporting FERC’s efforts to get transmission built. AWEA CEO...
Iowa voters give wind energy companies 85% approval, favor wind 3:1 over all other sources for state’s energy needs WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 1, 2011) —Voters in Iowa, the state that launched the wind energy revolution with the first renewable energy purchase requirement in...
Houston, Texas July, 01 2011. Horizon Wind Energy announces today a full brand and name alignment with its parent company EDP Renewables. “We are proud to announce that we are officially changing our name in the United States and Canada to EDP Renewables North...
For Immediate Release Thursday, June 30, 2011 Contact: Ellen Carey 202-249-7357 ecarey@awea.org WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 30, 2011) —The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) announced today the installation of its Board of Directors for 2011-2012, led by electric utility executive Ned Hall. The new...
WOODSTOCK — Construction on the Spruce Mountain Wind Project is set to begin as early as June 20, according to the project’s developer. The project is expected to be finished and generating power by the end of the year. Andy Novey, developer for Patriot...
