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AWEA comments on new PJM fuel security study

01 November 2018

PJM system is reliable and would continue to be with markets that reward technology-neutral grid services

Blogs

Working a wind farm: The right way to communicate via radio

01 November 2018

We all know that communication is essential to a strong relationship. This is certainly true when working on a wind farm. Down-tower to up-tower, up-tower to down-tower, back to the shop, and especially in an emergency, knowing the proper way to communicate via radio will ensure a smooth and clear operations.

Blogs

Highlights from a third quarter wind boom

01 November 2018

We’ve finished running the numbers, and the figures once again show an industry on the upswing. The third quarter proved to be an exciting one for the U.S. wind industry, with more projects under construction than ever before, record volumes of corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs), and seven states on their way to more than double their wind capacity.

Press Releases

Seven states to double their wind power in near term as Q3 development picks up

30 October 2018

Most powerful land-based turbines to date emerge as U.S. wind power continues strong growth

Press Releases

Rep. Loebsack receives “U.S. Wind Champion Award”

23 October 2018

Congressman’s longstanding leadership on wind power creates jobs and benefits for farm and factory towns across Iowa

Blogs

A novice’s take on the Offshore WINDPOWER Conference

23 October 2018

Last week, AWEA hosted its annual Offshore WINDPOWER Conference. With over 1,000 industry professionals in attendance and representatives from the Federal and state governments, Offshore WINDPOWER offered something for everyone. 

Blogs

Microsoft, Walmart, Iron Mountain: The corporate buyer parade continues

18 October 2018

It’s been a banner week for corporate purchasers. First, Iron Mountain, Microsoft and Walmart announced power purchase agreements (PPA) with five wind projects across the country. On top of that exciting news, Microsoft also announced a new and innovative solution for corporate purchasers called the volume firming agreement (VFA), which will help large companies power even more of their operations using wind.

Blogs

New EIA report shows wind pulls its weight

18 October 2018

A new report from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) found that wind and solar generated over 20 percent of the total electricity in 10 states last year. This offers yet another data point that renewables like wind power have become an important part of America’s electricity mix.

Blogs

News roundup: State of play for U.S. offshore wind

15 October 2018

The race for offshore wind leadership is heating up, and around the country a flurry of recent announcements from states and offshore developers are shaping the future of the industry. As the offshore wind community convenes for AWEA’s Offshore WINDPOWER Conference, it’s a good time to take stock of where things stand.   

Blogs

Fact Check: No, wind turbines do not cause global warming

04 October 2018

Two researchers, David Keith and Lee Miller, released a new paper today and their findings are problematic for several reasons. Furthermore, certain media outlets are misreporting what the paper actually says. The fact is wind power remains one of the most effective and affordable ways to reduce carbon pollution.

Press Releases

Stop the Shock: AWEA launches new worker safety campaign

02 October 2018

Improving on-the-job electrical safety is the focus of this year’s October Safety Campaign

Blogs

It’s Safety Awareness Month! Stop the Shock this October

01 October 2018

Many workers are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their work environment, which makes them more vulnerable to the danger of electricity-related injuries.