Center for Resource Solutions recently released two reports on the U.S. EPA’s Clean Power Plan, which directs states to implement greenhouse gas emissions limits for existing electricity generators. Renewable Energy in the EPA Clean Power Plan. Part 1: Introduction to Emission Rate Credits gives an overview and explanation of Emission Rate Credits (ERCs), which can be used by regulated generators …

Solenis has been named one of “America’s Safest Companies” by EHS Today magazine, a foremost publication covering safety leadership, risk management, industrial hygiene, sustainability and corporate responsibility topics. Solenis was recognized for its excellence in creating a world-class safety culture following the principles and ethics of Responsible Care for environmental health, safety and security, which are essential elements in its …

The growth of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as demand management, solar, energy storage, and fuel-based distributed generation are beginning to shift the behavior of the wholesale market. In its latest report, Regulating DER Participation in U.S. Electricity Markets: CAISO, ERCOT and NYISO, GTM Research examines regulatory and market changes integrating DERs into the wholesale market and fueling change across …

Poland can increase its share of renewable energy in power generation from seven percent in 2010 to nearly 38 percent by 2030, according to a report released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). REmap 2030 Renewable Energy Prospects for Poland, prepared with input from the Polish Ministry of Economy, also finds the share of renewable energy in total final …

SunPower has launched its Helix platform, the world’s first fully-integrated commercial solar solution combining solar power production and energy management. Helix is a pre-engineered, modular solution that is built to last and fast to install, enabling customers to scale their solar programs quickly with minimal business disruption. The Helix platform is standardized across rooftop, carport and ground installations. JA Solar …

Avalara has published a free white paper, “The Rise of Biodiesel: New Alternative Fuel, New Taxation Challenges“. The report reviews the growth of the biodiesel industry and the role played by the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) as well as tax policy at the state and federal levels, supply chain tax challenges of biodiesel, and complexities of multi-state transactions. Agriculture Secretary …

Sierra Club has launched a statewide advertising campaign in Colorado thanking Senator Michael Bennett for sponsoring the “American Energy Innovation Act,” a bill which makes ambitious yet achievable reductions in carbon pollution, repeals centuries-old oil subsidies, and begins to level the playing field for renewable sources of energy. Senator Bennett was a key sponsor of the bill, and was joined …

The Western Union Company is looking forward to lighting up many homes in remote villages of India. The aim is to make electricity available to those in the villages who have never seen or experienced a light in their homes. The company will contribute up to INR 100 for each remittance received from designated countries during the period October 15, 2015 to November …

Ormat Technologies and Toshiba Corporation have announced that the two companies have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to develop strategic opportunities for collaboration in the areas of geothermal power generation systems and related equipment. Under the terms of the agreement, the parties will explore and develop strategic opportunities that will enable them to offer potential customers a more competitive solution …

Royal DSM has announced that DSM Chief Technology Officer Dr. Marcel Wubbolts has been named European CTO of the Year 2015. The prestigious award is annually bestowed by the European Industrial Research Management Association (EIRMA) and Spinverse, the Nordic leader in innovation consulting. The Chesapeake Bay Seed Capital Fund has invested $150,000 into Manta Biofuel LLC, a company that produces …