Curtailments of wind generation on the Texas electric grid have steadily dropped since 2011 as more than 3,500 miles of transmission lines have been built, largely as a result of the state’s Competitive Renewable Energy Zones (CREZ) program. Occurrences of wind-related negative real-time electricity prices have similarly declined as the CREZ transmission … [continued]
Into the Wind By Peebles Squire Across the country, warmer than normal temperatures are sending people rushing to the thermostat to turn up the air conditioning. As a result of increased demand, prices for electricity on the spot market shot up, doubling in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwestern regions. There was one place, … [continued]
Originally published on ABB Conversations. By Pat Hayes Energy storage can facilitate greater use of variable sources such as wind power, but also offers benefits to grid operators. 1) What’s driving the demand for energy storage? Everything about energy is becoming more complex. The way we generate, distribute and consume electricity … [continued]
Originally published on AWEA. Washington, D.C., — Wind energy is breaking records across the U.S., thanks to long-needed transmission upgrades that are relieving congestion on the power grid and allowing more clean energy to reach consumers. Last week, a new record was set on the main Texas grid, the Electric Reliability … [continued]
Texas set a new US record for wind power generation last week, and the surge in output demonstrates how quickly the US domestic energy landscape is shifting. Just a few years ago, word was that shale formations in North America held enough natural gas reserves to last for decades. Today, … [continued]
Here are some top solar energy, wind energy, and energy efficiency stories we think are worth a read (after you’ve read our own stories on these topics, of course. :D). There are links on each of the titles below — click through to read more! Solar Purple Solar Panels Building … [continued]
Via our good friends at the Solar Energy Industries Association and Vote Solar: WASHINGTON, DC – In a new report, energy experts say Texas can help ensure the reliability of its electricity supply by deploying more solar energy, especially during the coming summer months. In recent years, Texas summers have been … [continued]
I know we’re not supposed to choose a favourite — we should love them all equally — but I have always loved wind energy more than the others. It has a majesty and simplicity to it that I find really attractive. So I really enjoy reporting on wind energy milestones. … [continued]
Everyone knows that Texas loves setting records. It’s a big state with a big view of itself. When it comes to wind power, Texas does certainly set its fair share of records. From wind power generation records to wind energy storage records to wind farm size records to more wind power … [continued]
Basing its latest Long Term Assessment of electricity generation scenarios on real-world data led to some “astounding” results.
