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October 7, 2010
From RenewableEnergyWorld.Com: Washington, D.C. — According to the most recent issue of the “Monthly Energy Review” by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), renewable energy sources (i.e., biofuels, biomass, geothermal, hydroelectric, solar, wind) provided 11.14% of domestic U.S. energy production during the first six months of 2010 – the latest time-frame for which data has been published. This continues the steady growth trend for renewable energy. Renewables accounted for 10.71% of domestic energy production during the first six months of 2009 and 10.35% during the first six months of 2008. Read more
September 13, 2010
An editorial by CLEM TILLION in the Anchorage Daily News: We Alaskans are a spirited bunch, independent, capable, with plenty of backbone when confronting difficulties. It’s time to show some of that fortitude. We’re facing a fundamental dilemma. Alaska, like the rest of the nation, needs energy. But the fossil fuels we rely on so heavily are becoming scarce, cost too much, and when carbon dioxide emissions get absorbed by the ocean, our fisheries are threatened. Logic dictates earnest investment in Alaska’s renewable resources.
There is a wealth of energy waiting to be tapped by hydroelectric dams, wind farms, tidal generators and solar panels, plus atomic if needed. Not far from Anchorage lies yet another source of unlimited energy — the geothermal potential beneath Mount Spurr. Read more
December 15, 2009
From the Website of the Environmental Data Interactive Exchange: Ireland’s Energy minister, Eamon Ryan, has welcomed the news which was revealed in the Energy in Ireland 1990-2008 report yesterday (December 14). Ireland’s use of renewable energy grow by 21% in 2008 according to the report. Mr Ryan said: “Having exceeded 12% electricity from renewable sources, we are well on our way to reaching our interim targets next year. Read more
December 15, 2009
Washington, DC – U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that the Department of Energy will provide up to $30 billion in loan guarantees, depending on the applications and market conditions, for renewable energy projects. Another $750 million will support several billion dollars more in loan guarantees for projects that increase the reliability, efficiency and security of the nation’s transmission system. The two new loan guarantee solicitations announced today are being funded partly through the Recovery Act and partly through 2009 appropriations.
“These investments will be used to create jobs, spur the development of innovative clean energy technologies, and help ensure a smart, strong and secure grid that will deliver renewable power more effectively and reliably,” said Secretary Chu. “This administration has set a goal of doubling renewable electricity generation over the next three years. To achieve that goal, we need to accelerate renewable project development by ensuring access to capital for advanced technology projects. We also need a grid that can move clean energy from the places it can be produced to the places where it can be used and that can integrate variable sources of power, like wind and solar.” Read more
December 4, 2009
This was part of a Christian Science Monitor editorial today about the upcoming climate conference in Copenhagen, and the burgeoning business of clean energy.
“In Germany, jobs in the renewable-energy sector are approaching the number in auto manufacturing. Japan has a near monopoly on batteries for hybrid cars. Denmark has the largest wind turbine company. Within a few years, China is expected to dominate the global solar industry. And it is investing $88 billion in its electrical transmission grid to
bring solar and wind power to its cities.” Read more
October 4, 2009
A column from a retired Vice Admiral on why Alaska is uniquely poised to be a national leader on renewable energy: One hardly need tell Alaskans about global warming and climate change. Alaska is, in many ways, ground zero for obvious climate change impacts — reduced pack ice in the Arctic Ocean, loss of permafrost, major shifts in bird and wildlife behavior and plant disease vectors related to climate change. The great efforts going on right now to relocate the village of Newtok are indicative of the challenges to come in a future of global warming. Read more
August 20, 2009
Look for REAP Executive Director Chris Rose at Chena Hot Springs this weekend. He is among those testifying at a Senate Energy and Resources Committee field hearing being held there Saturday. U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski is chairing the hearing, which is on the status of renewable energy technology with a focus on issues involving rural energy projects.
UPDATE: The hearing, and the Renewable Energy Fair at Chena, received widespread coverage from KTUU and in this story from the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner.
FAIRBANKS — Utilize Alaska as a renewable energy laboratory for the nation and place a moratorium on costly, time-consuming federal permits for innovative, renewable energy projects were two of many ideas presented at a U.S. Senate field hearing Saturday, presided over by U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski at Chena Hot Springs Resort.
Murkowski is the ranking member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.Energy leaders from across the state attended two morning panels, presenting their projects, pitfalls and ideas about renewable energy power sources and production.
The “Clean Energy Revolution” using renewable resources is the biggest revolution since the Industrial Revolution, said Chris Rose, executive director of Renewable Energy Alaska Project in Anchorage…..
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August 7, 2009
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Alaskan Wind Industries installed the first Skystream 3.7 Wind Turbine in Homer Alaska this year. This wind turbine is sitting 42ft high on Diamond Ridge facing the city. Each wind turbine is named by the homeowner or business for maintenance and for identification with manufacture. This wind turbine is named “Lucy in the sky with diamonds”. This couple has lived in Homer Alaska since the early 1950’s and was a recipient to the Exxon settlement to help them with the new clean energy. Deborah and Michael Limacher love the idea of clean energy and their motto is: “once the turbine is paid off, you have free and independent clean energy!!” These Business Owners of Heavenly Ridge will be receiving a 25% business grant for this project from the USDA as well as a 30% Tax Rebate from the Federal Government.
August 4, 2009
WASHINGTON – With the goal of expanding development of renewable energy projects throughout the United States and creating new jobs, the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of the Treasury today announced they are now accepting applications for a program that will make direct payments in lieu of tax credits to companies that create and place in service renewable energy facilities. The two Departments estimate distributing at least $3 billion in financial support to approximately 5,000 bio-mass, solar, wind, and other types of renewable energy production facilities. The funding for this effort is made available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Said Secretary Chu: “This program will play a major role in encouraging private sector capital to invest in clean energy development, creating new jobs that can’t be outsourced. It is an investment that will continue to help our economy grow and ensure advancement in clean and renewable energy development.”
“As we move quickly to get our economy back on track and to repair the financial system, we must make investments that lay the foundation for a stronger economic future,” said Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner. “Too many renewable energy projects have stalled due to a lack of financing. The Recovery Act program will lead to investment in our long-term energy needs, move us towards energy independence, increase jobs at energy-specific businesses, and protect our environment.”
The Recovery Act authorized Treasury to make direct payments to companies that create and place in service renewable energy facilities beginning January 1, 2009. Previously, these companies could file for a tax credit to cover a portion of the renewable energy project’s cost; under the new program, applicants would agree to forgo future tax credits in favor of an immediate reimbursement of a portion of the property expense. The Energy Department will assist Treasury in implementing this program by reviewing the technical merits of the applications.
In previous years, the tax credit has been widely used. The rate of new renewable energy installations has fallen since the economic downturn began, as projects had a more difficult time obtaining financing. The Departments of the Treasury and Energy expect a fast acceleration of businesses applying for the direct cash payment in lieu of the tax credit, allowing for an immediate stimulus in local economies.
Earlier this year, Energy and Treasury held a stakeholder outreach conference call to assist companies in applying for the program. They also made available in advance the program’s terms and conditions, guidance, and a sample application so that companies could prepare applications in advance of the launch of the web-based application, aimed at expediting the distribution of program funds to eligible businesses.
Companies interested in applying for the program can visit the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Application Submission page for more information.
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Treasury Public Affairs (202) 622-296
July 22, 2009
August 15, 2009
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Held from 10am to 4pm in various locations around the state. The Alaska Center for Appropriate Technology is sponsoring the Alaska Solar Tour in conjunction with the American Solar Energy Society. The Alaska Solar Tour will feature home and business sites in our community that showcase installations of Solar thermal, PV (Photovoltaic), green building features, and other renewable and sustainable technologies.
Find out how your neighbors are trimming their energy bills, generating their own electricity, and improving the future of our planet by living sustainably today. This is a free self directed tour. No registration is required. View the map of host sites at Alaska Solar Tour and get a carload of friends to visit a few of your neighbors open house sites. For more information, go to ACAT.
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