California’s Biggest Solar PV Plant In High Gear

NRG Alpine Solar Generating

A 66-megawatt PV plant, currently the largest operating in California, is cranking out maximum power for several hours a day in northern Los Angeles County. Read more →

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Electric Vehicles Become A Grid Power Source

15 Mini E vehicles from BMW at the University of Delaware act as a power plant (image via University of Delaware)

Opening up new energy storage possibilities, the eV2g joint venture between the University of Delaware and NRG Energy is selling power from a fleet of EVs to PJM. Read more →

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What The Flux: BrightSource Heats Up Solar Tower

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The massive Ivanpah power-tower solar energy plant is in the home stretch of development, having achieved "first flux," BrightSource Energy says. Read more →

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Distinction Between Offshore Wind And Oil Drilling Confuses Republicans

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With a straight face, oil-supporting Republican senators ask the Obama administration if an offshore wind lease process made sure to protect avian species. Read more →

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More Clean Power Online; Damn That Loan Program!

California Valley Solar Ranch (image via NRG Energy/SunPower)

California Valley Solar Ranch begins producing power, yet another government-backed clean energy project that appears on course. Read more →

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NRG Gets Lease For Delaware Offshore Wind Project

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NRG has put the project on hold, but the Obama administration is still happy to seal its first offshore wind lease agreement under "Smart from the Start." Read more →

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NFL Season Opener Under the Solar-Powered Lights

Solar Stadium

National Geographic Society reports on how renewable energy is making its way into the power generation process at certain NFL stadiums. Read more →

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US-Backed Agua Caliente Solar Surges To 200 MW

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Developers of the Agua Caliente Solar Project in Arizona, which is backed by a $976 million loan guarantee, say the plant is now generating 200 MW of power. Read more →

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California EV Charging Deal Aims At The Masses

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California regulators say a settlement with NRG Energy will bring electric vehicle charging infrastructure to low- and moderate-income residents. Read more →

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EV Charging Wins In NRG-California Settlement

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In settling an old claim by the state, NRG Energy agrees to spend $100 million to install some 200 fast-chargers in key areas of California. Read more →

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