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Wind - February 16, 2024

Air Liquide Signs First VPPA

Air Liquide, an industrial gas supplier, signed its first long-term Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) to contribute to the Group’s decarbonization and sustainability strategy.

Microgrids - February 16, 2024

SDG&E Unveils Four Advanced Microgrids

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) unveiled four new microgrids featuring advanced remote operation capabilities to help enhance grid reliability and bolster resiliency for the surrounding communities.

Sourcing Renewables - February 16, 2024

Caltrans Expands Hydrogen-Powered Rail Fleet

Caltrans announced a $127 million agreement for six more zero-emission, hydrogen-powered passenger train sets, building upon a previous order to deliver the first four hydrogen-powered intercity train sets.

Solar - February 15, 2024

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Signs Solar PPA

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) announced the execution of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a 10.98 MWdc solar array with 8.75 MW / 17.5 MWh of battery storage.

GHG Emissions - February 15, 2024

Lafarge Canada Finishes Green Cement Transition

Lafarge Canada, a sustainable and building solutions company, announced the completion of transitioning from the production of traditional general-use cement to OneCem®, a greener product that results in significantly lower CO2 emissions.

Solar - February 15, 2024

Cincinnati Zoo Adds Solar Array

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden broke ground earlier in February on a 2.8 MW Melink Solar solar array.

GHG Emissions - February 15, 2024

Consumer Confidence in US Energy System in Decline

The EY Energy Consumer Confidence Index (ECCI) reveals an 8-point plunge in consumer confidence toward the U.S. energy system, falling from 64.8 in 2022 down to 56.9.

Sourcing Renewables - February 14, 2024