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Wind - August 24, 2018

U.S. wind capacity nears 89 GW

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced on August 23 that the U.S. wind industry installed 7,017 megawatts (MW) of capacity last year, bringing total utility-scale wind capacity to nearly 89 GW.

August 22, 2018

Kingspan joins supply chain initiative; Cities and Utilities join RE Sourcing Forum

Kingspan North America has joined Walmart as a member of the Smart Energy Decisions’ Supply Chain Initiative, a program designed to help early adopters of renewable energy engage with their supply chains by delivering renewable energy sourcing education, peer-to-peer networking, and connections to renewable energy suppliers in association with Smart Energy Decisions.

Wind - August 22, 2018

Philly Flyers arena catches the wind

The Wells Fargo Center arena, home to the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, will be powered by 100% renewable energy, thanks to a long-term PPA for wind power between Comcast Spectacor, the arena’s owner, and Constellation.

Solar - August 21, 2018

Maryland mall adds 2 MW solar rooftop

The Francis Scott Key Mall in Frederick, Maryland announced on August 20 that its new 2,056-kilowatt solar rooftop system is operational. The mall features more than 70 retailers and it owned by PREIT, a real estate investment trust.

Solar - August 21, 2018

LA Lakers open solar-powered training facility

The Los Angeles Lakers premiered a solar-powered, state-of-the-art headquarters, the UCLA Health Training Center. The solar installation features 456 panels to generate an estimated 245,000 kWh annually for a projected savings of about $38,000 per year.

Industrial - August 20, 2018

EVRAZ signs long-term solar PPA

EVRAZ Pueblo finalized a long-term electricity agreement with Xcel Energy on Aug. 16 that will pave the way for Xcel to build a 240 MW solar facility on EVRAZ's property and allow for an upgrade and expansion of its Colorado mill.

Energy Storage - August 18, 2018

Weekend reads: EIA challenges Trump; Jetsons challenge Flintstones

It's the weekend! Kick back and relax with these must-read energy stories from around the web:

Energy Efficiency - August 17, 2018

Southwire reports reduction in energy intensity

Southwire Company, a producer of wire and cable products, recently released its 2017 sustainability report, detailing the company's positive business growth as well as updates on its 2021 sustainability targets.

Solar - August 16, 2018

UH Manoa plans solar system

The University of Hawaii at Mānoa will add a photovoltaic canopy on the top deck of its main parking structure along with several rooftop solar arrays to generate 2 MW of electricity. The system, to be completed in 2019, is part of the University&rsq plan to move the campus closer to its 2035 net-zero energy goal.

Solar - August 15, 2018

D.C.’s oldest bank is first to go solar

National Capital Bank, the oldest in Washington, has completed the installation of 60 solar panels on its bank building at Pennsylvania Avenue, becoming the first bank in the District of Columbia to be powered by solar energy.

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