News & Articles on Renewable Energy
My specialty is wind energy, but I have worked with all forms of renewable energy. Over the years I’ve written about a number of renewable technologies, including solar and geothermal energy. In recent years I’ve focused on comprehensive renewable energy policies that develop a mix of renewable resources. I’ve also written about our use of fossil fuels and nuclear power.
Why is Green Pricing a Premium When Wind Power is Cheap?
By
John Farrell
It’s terrific that so many utility customers are willing to pay more for 100% renewable electricity, but it’s also clear that supporting clean energy doesn’t necessarily require paying more, especially in the Midwest. So why do utilities like Xcel Energy still ask us to?
Is Denmark slowing down its energy transition?
By
Craig Morris
The Danes announced plans in May to cut back on the cost and speed of their energy transition. The debate sounds practically identical to the one in Germany, where the government also aims to slow down its Energiewende. But a Danish expert says Denmark remains on course.
German legislators fight over policy rollback on renewables
By
Craig Morris
Berlin wants to dramatically slow down the energy transition, and some states will have none of it.
Ontaraio Climate Change Mitigation and Low Carbon Economy Act is Passed
By
Joanna Rosengarten and Selina Lee-andersen
As we reported in an earlier blog post, the government introduced the Climate Change Mitigation and Low Carbon Economy Act (the Act) on February 29, 2016. The Ontario Government has now passed this legislation.
Renewables Produced More than Half Portugal’s Electricity in 2015
By
Paul Gipe
In light of the recent Guardian story that Portugal generated all its electricity with renewables for four days, I thought I’d re-examine how well Portugal is doing overall.
Portugal runs for four days straight on renewable energy alone
By
Arthur Neslen
Portugal kept its lights on with renewable energy alone for four consecutive days last week in a clean energy milestone revealed by data analysis of national energy network figures.
