Smart Energy Decisions News

Distributed Energy Resources - February 20, 2024

CEC Approves $1.9 Billion for EV, Hydrogen Plan

The California Energy Commission approved a $1.9 billion investment plan that accelerates progress on the state’s electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling goals.

Sourcing Renewables - February 20, 2024

Republic Services’ Brickyard Landfill Adds RNG Plant

Republic Services’ Brickyard Landfill in Danville, Illinois, will be using a landfill gas to renewable natural gas plant as an energy source.

February 17, 2024

Weekend Reads: Red States Cash in on IRA; Taylor Swift's Carbon Problem

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:

Solar - February 16, 2024

FAA Invests in Airports: Adds Solar, Efficiency Upgrades

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $970 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Investing in America agenda to 114 airports across the country in 44 states and three territories.

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.

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.

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

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.