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#Massachusetts is at the forefront of geothermal energy innovation! Exciting developments in geothermal projects are underway, promising to revolutionize heating and cooling systems in alignment with the state's decarbonization goals. We are honored to have our sponsors Subterra Renewables and Celsius Energy and their leaders Kareem Mirza and Johnny Fry educate our members at Decarb Boston on June 18th! Subterra Renewables' GeoExchange system utilizes ground heat exchange to provide an eco-friendly heating and cooling solution for buildings, tapping into the earth's energy for efficient climate control. Subterra is leading the way in the U.S., bringing experience from many projects in Canada and lessons learned in planning, financing, and seeing projects completed. Eversource Energy's and Celsius Energy system has been pivotal with geothermal borefields and a 1-mile geothermal loop connecting over 30 buildings, including a school, fire station, shops, and residential homes in Framingham MA. These initiatives underscore Massachusetts' dedication to transitioning to clean, renewable energy sources. Geothermal technology is paving the way for sustainable, cost-effective, and efficient heating and cooling solutions, marking a significant step towards a greener future. 🌿 #GeothermalEnergy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability

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Renewables powering renewables to make fuel you can burn. Read all about it in Oil & Gas Journal's sister publication, EnergyTech #energytransition #renewablediesel #refining

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In the final installment we hear from Electric Power Supply Association members who are leaning in to address the growing issues. Thanks to Thad Hill of Calpine, Curt Morgan of Alpha Generation, and Marji Philips of LS Power for sharing their specific insights. We hope you found this series informative and triggered questions and ideas about how we address these emerging and evolving issues. #reliability #power #innovation #energy

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Canary Media with an article on how rural electric cooperatives are tapping into the IRA to fund the shift from fossil to renewable generation. "How $7.3B will help rural co-ops build clean power—and close coal plants This Inflation Reduction Act program is offering 16 rural electric co-ops financing to overcome the up-front costs of shifting from dirty coal to clean power. Rural electric cooperatives, which bring electricity to the most sparsely populated parts of the country, are getting their biggest federal investment since the New Deal — and this time around, the money is going to help fight climate change. Last week, the Biden administration announced $7.3 billion in financing for 16 rural co-ops serving about 5 million households across 23 states. The money will be administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which implemented the Rural Electrification Act, the 1936 law that financed the buildout of the grid in more remote areas of the country. It will also be matched by more than $29 billion in private investments with a goal of building more than 10 gigawatts of clean energy. That’s a big jump from the nearly 16 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity co-ops have today." Read more at https://conta.cc/4d4kLmE #solar #energy #solarenergy #renewables #renewableenerg

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Dandelion Energy Closes $40M Series C Funding Round to Expand Geothermal Offerings Nationwide - Dandelion Energy has closed a $40M Series C funding round led by GV (Google Ventures) - The funding will support nationwide expansion of Dandelion's heat pump technology and services. - The company targets multifamily developers and home builders with innovative geothermal solutions. - This funding follows a previous Series B1 round of $70M completed in 2022. - CEO Dan Yates stated that Dandelion is becoming the preferred partner for builders transitioning to electrified homes. - The company's projects include large developments with single-family homes and multifamily buildings. - Dandelion's geothermal solutions are noted as high-quality and cost-effective for heating and cooling. - The company continues to innovate by launching the Dandelion Geo heat pump, offering superior heating performance. - New Chief Revenue Officer Lauren Howard aims to drive growth and increase market adoption of geothermal heat pumps. - Dandelion Energy focuses on making geothermal systems accessible and affordable for homeowners and builders. https://lnkd.in/gWzdScdv

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#Hydrogen: Origin Story with Ad van Wijk⚡ Professor Ad van Wijk shares his insights on the potential of hydrogen to revolutionize the energy sector. 🚀 Having witnessed the ups and downs of #wind and #solar, Ad believes hydrogen is the key to a sustainable future. But is it all smooth sailing? 🤔 Ad doesn't shy away from the hard questions, from production challenges to infrastructure hurdles. He also dives into the ambitious targets set by the #EU and whether they're truly achievable. 🎯 Whether you're a climate change advocate, an energy professional, or simply curious about the future of energy, this interview is a must-watch! 💡 #Watch now and join the conversation in the comments: https://lnkd.in/dr4Y9JQT Let's hear your thoughts! Is hydrogen the answer to our energy needs? 💬 Additionally, on September 5th at 11h CET, we will have a live Q&A with Ad, and everyone can register here: https://lnkd.in/deTgPapq #hydrogen #renewableenergy #energytransition #sustainablefuture #climateaction H2 EnergyNews.biz Maroš Šefčovič Frans Timmermans Diederik Samsom Arnes Biogradlija Anela Dokso Jasmina Ovcina Mandra European Commission

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In comments submitted regarding the California Energy Commission's 2024–2025 Investment Plan Update for the Clean Transportation Program, FirstElement Fuel, Inc. "warned a lack of funding for light-duty hydrogen fuelling could restrict the formation of supply chains for heavy-duty infrastructure. 'The [light- and medium-duty] market will create the supply chains and economies of scale needed for [heavy-duty] infrastructure.'" https://bit.ly/4cuy9Aw

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On December 23, the Maine Governor's Energy Office has recommended that the Public Utilities Commission procure up to 200 MW of energy storage to enhance grid resilience, reduce electricity costs, and advance the state's clean energy goals.💡 This initiative supports Maine's statutory energy storage targets of 300 MW by 2025 and 400 MW by 2030. ➡️Learn more: https://ow.ly/leIS50UyO93 ➡️Recommendation Report: https://ow.ly/i7HN50UyOj2

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Last week, Arevon Energy, Inc.’s CEO Kevin Smith shared his insights regarding the technologies, market factors, and policy drivers shaping the renewable energy industry. Jonathan Berke, the host of the NPM US (New Project Media) Interconnections Podcast, posed questions about MISO interconnection reforms, Arevon’s growing presence in CAISO, and how the company views transmission investments.  Kevin highlighted Arevon’s growing portfolio of storage assets, the maturation of battery technologies, and the impact of the IRA’s transferability provision on deal flow. He explained that perceptions around standalone storage as an asset class have shifted over the past couple of years, as lenders are more comfortable with underwriting these projects now. Kevin outlined the unique capital structure for Arevon’s Vikings Solar-plus-Storage Project, Condor Energy Storage Project, Cormorant Energy Storage Project, and Eland 2 Solar-plus-Storage Project, noting that Condor was one of the first deals in the market with a tax equity hybrid transfer structure. He highlighted Arevon’s strong relationships with banking partners, and the company’s tailored approach to project finance, which has resulted in more than $2.3 billion in financing in less than six months. To hear the podcast in full, you can access it here: https://lnkd.in/ewxgHHYm  

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It's Machias Monday! AMS Renewable Energy is thrilled to announce our continued progress on the Machias Solar Farm in Machias, NY. This community solar project, developed by Radial Power LLC, spans 16 acres, located just an hour south of Buffalo, NY. With a capacity of 2.78 MW, the Machias Solar Farm will make clean energy more accessible to local residents, allowing them to save on their electric bills while reducing their carbon footprint. As part of New York's Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) program, this initiative enables subscribers to enjoy bill credits to offset their National Grid charges. Our innovative approach included designing an APA Solar Racking fixed-tilt array with ground screws, effectively addressing subsurface risks posed by glacial till observed during pull-testing. Here’s what the project means for the community: ✅ 3,008 tons of CO2 offset annually ✅ Sustainable energy for local homes and businesses ✅ Thoughtful engineering and construction by AMS from start to finish We are proud to partner with Radial Power LLC on this initiative to deliver clean, reliable energy solutions to New York communities. Together, we’re paving the way for a sustainable future! 💡 Let’s power a cleaner, greener tomorrow! #VDER #NYSolar #SolarConstruction #SolarEPC #CDG #RenewableEnergy #SolarEnergy #CommunitySolar #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #SolarPower #CleanTech #EnergyInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #GreenEnergy

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"The vision is to have these distributed power plants — which can be stood-up, scaled and dispatched far more quickly and affordably than conventional centralized power plants — drive down costs and boost reliability for all the grid’s users. The problem is that only one of the six FERC-jurisdictional grid operators, the California Independent System Operator, has successfully developed — and begun implementing — a wholly compliant Order No. 2222 implementation plan. But it’s the case of the nation’s largest grid, the PJM Interconnection, that best illustrates the costs of non-compliance. Case in point are the results of what’s known as its July “capacity auction,” a process by which power plants are paid to commit to be available, and consumers are paid to conserve during future emergencies. Beset with an extraordinary mismatch of power supply and demand, the results of that July auction tell us that the price of electricity for 65 million people across the mid-Atlantic and Midwest is set to increase significantly next year, and it threatens to keep climbing thereafter. Regrettably, in a region with growing fleets of rooftop #solar panels, #batteries and #electricvehicles, distributed power plants, or DPPs, were not afforded a chance to mitigate this summer’s record-shattering capacity auction. Though, to PJM’s credit, it’s not for lack of trying; after one failed attempt, earlier this year PJM’s plan for integrating DPPs into its wholesale energy markets was accepted by FERC just a few days prior to the capacity auction. Yet, despite the proverbial canary in the coal mine, PJM has since informally proposed delaying their approved plan’s effective date by two years — or at least four additional capacity auctions — from February 2026 to February 2028. That would mark more than seven years since Order No. 2222 was handed down." #FERC2222 #VirtualPowerPlants

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NEEA Plays a Key Role in U.S. DOE's Landmark Energy Efficiency Standard for Water Heaters - New federal standard signals move toward efficient, affordable water heating for all consumers. “The energy savings from this final rule over 30 years of shipments is 17.6 quadrillion British thermal units—the largest savings ever from a single DOE efficiency standard, representing more than the energy use of the entire U.S. residential building sector in a single year." The passage of the federal water heating standard represents a major milestone in alliance Market Transformation efforts and is a win for all Northwest gas and electric customers. It is a direct result of nearly 20 years of leadership by the alliance, its market partners, and many stakeholders across the country. For example, the U.S. DOE cites NEEA’s Advanced Water Heating Specification (AWHS) as reference material for its final rule. Originally developed by NEEA in 2009 to ensure cold-climate performance, NEEA has continued to iterate and improve the AWHS to advance higher-performing electric and gas heat pump water heaters. “The new federal consumer water heating standard is a stellar example of how long-term collaboration between utilities, manufacturers, trade allies, efficiency organizations and consumer advocates can deliver lasting market change leading to tremendous energy savings for all Northwest customers. The alliance will continue to collaborate with the market to bring this standard to its fullest potential to ensure affordable and reliable hot water energy-efficient solutions for residential, multifamily, commercial and industrial customers." - Becca Yates, Executive Director, NEEA https://lnkd.in/gnEdRT9R

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The #solarenergy sector in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is growing; LandGate reveals the potential for 11 GW of additional capacity through planned/proposed projects. Beyond 46 existing utility-scale solar farms, hundreds more are in development, signaling unprecedented momentum in clean energy investment. More here: https://lnkd.in/gAHeUA6A