A small town in North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against Duke Energy, one of the largest utility companies in the United States, alleging that the company has been deceptive in its efforts to downplay the environmental impact of its operations. The lawsuit, filed by the town of Smithfield, claims that Duke Energy misled the public and investors about its role in contributing to climate change and has failed to take meaningful steps to reduce...
GE Vernova, a leading global energy technology company, has announced a significant agreement with renewable energy developer RWE to provide over 100 of its advanced wind turbines to two major wind farms in Texas. The deal, which includes the delivery of 109 turbines to the Honey Mesquite wind farm...
The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, one of the United States’ largest offshore wind developments, has encountered an increase in its projected costs, but it remains on track to meet its scheduled completion by the end of 2026. The project, spearheaded by Dominion Energy, is set...
Texas is at a pivotal crossroads in its energy policy, with legislative actions that could significantly reshape the state's electricity landscape. A recent report by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business, warns that proposed restrictions on renewable energy...
In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration has ordered a halt to the construction of the Empire Wind 1 offshore wind project off the coast of Long Island, New York. This move has raised concerns about the future of renewable energy development in the United States, particularly in...
In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration has ordered a halt to the construction of the Empire Wind 1 offshore wind project off the coast of Long Island, New York. This move has raised concerns about the future of renewable energy development in the United States, particularly in...
Iowa, a leading state in wind energy production, is making significant strides in addressing the environmental challenge posed by decommissioned wind turbine blades. Traditionally, these blades—constructed from durable materials like fiberglass and resin—have been difficult to recycle,...
As the global demand for renewable energy intensifies, wind farms are emerging as pivotal players in the transition to sustainable power sources. In 2023, the wind industry added a remarkable 117 gigawatts (GW) of global capacity, underscoring its growing significance in the energy landscape....
Michigan is accelerating its transition to renewable energy, aiming to generate 60% of its electricity from clean sources by 2030. This ambitious goal is part of a broader strategy to achieve 100% clean energy by 2040, as outlined in the MI Healthy Climate Plan. To meet these targets, developers...
In a significant legal move, 17 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, aiming to block its executive order that halts federal approvals for new wind energy projects. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of...
Texas is at a pivotal crossroads in its energy policy, with legislative actions that could significantly reshape the state's electricity landscape. A recent report by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business, warns that proposed restrictions on renewable energy...
