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The US DOE announced the availability of $450M through the 2021 BIL for clean energy projects — like solar farms — on mining sites.

DOE offers $450 Million for green energy projects at coal mining sites

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the availability of $450 million through the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) for clean energy projects — like solar farms — on current and former mining sites, a White House press release said.

There are about 17,750 mine land sites in the U.S. covering 1.5 million acres. These sites contaminate land, water and air quality, as well as expose local communities to toxic pollutants.

The repurposing of the sites for renewable energy projects would generate up to an estimated 90 gigawatts of green energy — enough power for almost 30 million homes.

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Source: Eco Watch

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The 2023 survey results show that 2/3 of voters want to see 100% of their energy come from clean, renewable sources within 10 to 15 years.

Westerners support 100% clean energy, less oil drilling — even in red states

Across the American West, voters strongly support transitioning to 100% clean energy, protecting the region’s public lands from oil and gas drilling and saving water by paying farmers to leave their fields dry.

That’s according to Colorado College’s latest “Conservation in the West” poll, which for more than a decade has surveyed registered voters in eight states: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.

The 2023 results were released Wednesday, and they’re striking. Two-thirds of voters want to see 100% of their energy come from “clean, renewable sources like solar and wind” within 10 to 15 years. Sixty-eight percent said they’d like their member of Congress to prioritize clean air and water, wildlife habitat and recreation over extracting more fossil fuels on public lands.

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Source: Los Angeles Times

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Sunrun plans to create a 30-MW virtual power plant by enrolling up to 7,500 rooftop solar and battery systems in PG&E’s footprint.

Sunrun, PG&E to roll out 30-MW virtual power plant to support California grid in the summer

Solar and battery storage provider Sunrun announced plans on Monday to create a 30-MW virtual power plant by enrolling up to 7,500 existing and new rooftop solar and battery systems in Pacific Gas & Electric’s footprint.

Storage systems that enroll in the program will be asked to discharge power to the grid every day between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. from August through October, a period when electricity demand in California tends to be the highest. Customers will be compensated with a $750 upfront payment and be given a free smart thermostat.

While virtual power plants are not a new technology, this one is different in that it is laser-focused on the peak of the summer, said Scott Peattie, director of business development with Sunrun. “[I]t will be reliably dispatching every day, so we’re not going to be waiting for an emergency alert from [the California Independent System Operator,]” Peattie said.

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Source: Utility Dive

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The Port of Oakland’s stake in a newly expanded solar array at Antelope Valley Solar Ranch has just come online.

Port of Oakland’s solar energy use grows

The Port of Oakland’s stake in a newly expanded solar array at Antelope Valley Solar Ranch has just come online. This solar project is now delivering renewable energy to the Port of Oakland. The Port owns and operates its own utility which then sells electricity to tenants including those at Oakland International Airport and the Oakland Seaport. The Port agreed to purchase approximately 11,000 megawatt hours of electricity annually from this solar farm in Lancaster, California.

“This is a project that has been six years in the making,” said Port of Oakland Executive Director Danny Wan. “Using renewable power sources to meet our energy needs is another important step towards zero-emissions and a greener port.”

Thirty percent of the Port’s power comes from solar.

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Source: AJOT

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Los Angeles is the nation's leading city for installed solar capacity. Solar energy is the city's most abundant renewable power source.

All you need to know about solar panels in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the nation’s leading city for installed solar capacity, with almost 650 megawatts of solar power in 2021, according to the Environment California Research & Policy Center’s Shining Cities 2022 report. If you live in Los Angeles, you can lower your home’s carbon footprint and save on energy costs by switching to solar.

According to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, solar energy is the city’s most abundant renewable power source. The LADWP has extensive plans to continue expanding solar energy across the city.

The average California energy bill tends to be higher than the national average, according to CNET’s corporate partner, SaveOnEnergy. Rising electricity costs are a primary reason why many Angelenos invest in solar panels for their homes. Based on data from the Energy Information Administration, California electricity rates in June 2022 were 25% higher than in June 2021.

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Source: CNET

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The Coalition for Community Solar Access has 30GW vision for community solar in the US by 2030, which is almost 6x the 5.3GW installed now.

Community-solar industry shoots for 30GW by 2030

On Wednesday, a national coalition of companies and nonprofit groups announced a big vision for community solar in the U.S.: 30 gigawatts by 2030. That’s nearly six times the 5.3 gigawatts installed now.

The Coalition for Community Solar Access, which counts companies Arcadia and Con Edison and nonprofits Groundswell and Grid Alternatives among its members, made the announcement at the Community Solar Power Summit in San Diego.

Community solar puts renewable power within reach of those who can’t install solar panels on their roofs. Users can instead subscribe to a part of an offsite array, and in return for the energy their portion of the array produces, earn credits that save them money on their electric bills.

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Source: Canary Media

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The data showed that almost 23% of the US’ electricity was generated by renewable energy sources in the period January-October 2022.

Solar accounted for over 5% of US electricity generation in first 10 months of 2022

Solar energy accounted for over 5% of the total electricity generation in the US in the first 10 months of 2022 as solar output increased 26.23% year-to-date (YTD), according to data released by the US Energy Information Administration.

The data was reviewed in a report by non-profit research organisation the Sun Day Campaign, and showed that almost 23% of the US’ electricity was generated by renewable energy sources in the period January-October 2022. Total renewable electricity generation grew 14.3% in the last 12 months, whilst the total net generation increased by 3.14%.

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Source: PV Tech

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The severe electricity shortages due to deep energy crisis have forced a Syrian dentist to use solar power to maintain his clinic in Damascus.

Amidst energy crisis, Syrians turn to solar energy

Severe electricity shortages have forced Ibrahim al-Akzam, a Syrian dentist, to use solar power to maintain his Damascus clinic. This is a reflection on the country’s deep energy crisis after 11 years of war.

This has protected Akzam from the continual blackouts caused by the state grid’s crumbling infrastructure and the rising costs of diesel for a private generator.

The 41-year-old said that moving to alternative energy was the best solution right now. He spent almost $7,000 on the installation.

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Source: Solar Quarter

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The move to make 100% renewable the default service is a powerful decision that will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

California CCA makes 100% renewable energy the default for members

MCE’s Deep Green 100% renewable energy has become the default electricity service in Contra Costa, Marin, Napa and Solano counties. Homes and businesses starting new electric service will automatically start with 100% renewable energy, with the freedom to choose from several other options from MCE or PG&E.

The move to make 100% renewable the default service is a powerful decision that will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Since its launch in 2010, MCE has a track record of at least doubling the renewable energy offered by PG&E — increasing its default energy service from 28% in 2010 to 100% in 2023.

More than 100,000 new electric accounts are expected to start 100% renewable service in 2023, reducing more than 1,600 metric tons of greenhouse gasses each year. That is equivalent to more than 4 million miles driven in a gas-powered passenger vehicle.

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Source: Solar Power World

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An eco-friendly Irish pub powered by solar panels is reaping the rewards of renewable energy amid the inflation crisis.

Solar-powered pub uses renewable energy to beat cost-of-living crisis

An eco-friendly Irish pub powered by solar panels is reaping the rewards of renewable energy amid the inflation crisis.

While other hospitality businesses are being hit with soaring electricity bills, the Old Oak in Cork has managed to limit the impact through its adoption of solar power.

The bar has installed almost 100 solar panels on its roof and is now self-generating a significant proportion of its energy needs.

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Source: yahoo! sport

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