Originally published on EV Obsession. Some of the factors contributing to the relatively fast adoption of electric vehicles (EV) in some American metropolitan markets have been identified and characterized by a new study from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). The dominant ones, according to the new report, are: … [continued]
We recently reported about the number of new jobs that could be created by proposed renewable energy legislation in Illinois, but this latest number is much greater than that one. The second-ever comprehensive Clean Jobs Illinois Report found that there are 104,449 clean energy jobs in the land of Lincoln. … [continued]
Ontario and two Midwest US grid operators are creating carbon markets, meaning half of North America’s population may soon live in cap-and-trade systems.
Some more clean electricity news and views for your enjoyment: Solar Power California Sets Solar Power Record New Solar Freedom Partnership For South Carolina Energy Freedom Act Pending In North Carolina Rooftop Solar On Historic Homes Is Possible Bosch Building DC Microgrid at Honda Plant in California UN Boosts Local Solar … [continued]
Originally published on Solar Love. The Environmental Defense Fund and the Citizens Utility Board in Illinois have made an innovative proposal to the Illinois Commerce Commission for a neighborhood solar cooperative plan that would work like this: Suppose you have a church or a school that has a lot of … [continued]
A bill that would make changes to Illinois’ Renewable Portfolio Standard might create 32,000 clean energy jobs, according to its backers.
The Clean Energy Challenge is accepting applications through January 13, 2015, for its 2015 event, a competition for Midwestern startups to win a substantial amount of funding in a wide range of clean energy categories. The challenge is managed by Clean Energy Trust, an organization based in Chicago. The amount … [continued]
One million dollars was awarded recently to four cleantech startups in Chicago by the Illinois Clean Energy Fund. 1) Intellihot Green Technologies received $400,000 2) SiNode Systems received $300,000 3) AllCell Technologies received $200,000 4) Agentis Energy received $100,000. Amy Francetic, the CEO of Clean Energy Trust generously answered some … [continued]
As much as 67 gigawatts of distributed solar power could be installed in the Midwest at prices competitive with utility retail rates by 2022, without subsidies. It’s enough solar to meet 5-10% or more of the region’s electricity demand. But the growth of solar energy in the Midwest has lagged … [continued]
A new poll has found that a substantial majority of Midwesterners believe renewable energy is a reliable and affordable option that is not only an increasing source of good jobs, but is also a good way to ensure the country’s energy generation is self-reliant and secure. The poll, conducted by a … [continued]
