Tag: Energy
REP LIEU INTRODUCES BOLD CLIMATE CHANGE BILL
Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) and Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), introduced one of the boldest climate change bills in Congress. The Climate Solutions Act of 2019 encourages strong renewable energy standards by requiring that 100 percent of electricity sold in the United States be generated from renewable sources by 2035.
Napolitano’s Statement on Trump Administration’s Attack on Clean Water
Rep. Grace F. Napolitano (D-El Monte), issued the following statement after the Trump administration announced a new proposal—claiming it to be pro-industry—which would weaken federal clean water rules, putting at risk the health and safety of millions of Americans
Bakersfield Leaders Urge California Lawmakers to Pass SB 100 for 100% Clean Energy
Union members, faith leaders, city officials, farmers, and environmental groups gathered in Bakersfield to urge passage of Senate Bill 100 (De León). SB 100 will ensure that California generates 100% of its electricity from clean energy sources by 2045.
Upton Statement on Committee Passage of Legislation to Modernize Nation’s Water Infrastructure
U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today released the following statement after the House Committee on Energy and Commerce advanced H.R. 3387, the Drinking Water System Improvement Act, by a unanimous vote
North Carolina Bill to Expand Solar Development Signed into Law
Governor Roy Cooper signed NC House Bill 589: Competitive Energy Solutions for North Carolina into law. Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
North Carolina Bill to Expand Solar Development Signed into Law
Governor Roy Cooper signed NC House Bill 589: Competitive Energy Solutions for North Carolina into law. Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Senators Markey and Whitehouse, and Rep. Langevin Lead Legislation to Harness Offshore Wind Energy
Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Congressman Jim Langevin (RI-02) reintroduced legislation that would spur the growth of offshore wind energy in the United States by extending tax credits for this burgeoning renewabl...
Colleges and Universities Can Lead America’s Shift to 100 Percent Renewable Energy
America’s colleges and universities are positioned to lead the transition to 100 percent renewable energy, according to a report released today by UCLA CALPIRG Students. The report stresses that a complete shift to clean, renewable energy is the best way for colleges and universities to achieve their carbon reduction goals and highlights schools across the country that are taking measures to make the transition to renewable energy
California Introduces 100% Renewable Energy Legislation
With federal climate and clean energy programs facing an uncertain future, California Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León has introduced legislation to commit the Golden State to meet 100 percent of its electricity needs with renewable energy by 2045
North Carolina Lawmakers Receive Major Solar Accolades
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is honored to present both Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Rep. George Holding (R-NC) with the prestigious SEIASolar Champion Award, an honor bestowed upon entities or individuals who have helped strengthen s...
North Carolina Lawmakers Receive Major Solar Accolades
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is honored to present both Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Rep. George Holding (R-NC) with the prestigious SEIASolar Champion Award, an honor bestowed upon entities or individuals who have helped strengthen s...
Dingell Appointed to House Committee on Energy & Commerce
Recently elected to her second term serving Michigan’s 12th Congressional District, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) was appointed by her colleagues yesterday evening to serve on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce (E&C) in the 115th Congress. The influential E&C Committee has broad jurisdiction over issues including commerce and trade, energy policy, environmental quality, telecommunications, consumer protections, automotive safety and health care.
AWEA statement on Maryland Clean Energy Jobs Act veto override
Senator Brian Feldman and Delegate Bill Frick, sponsors of the Maryland Clean Energy Jobs Act, joined with other state lawmakers, business leaders, and advocates, calling for a veto override today at the Maryland State House. American Wind Energy Assoc...
Ohio Governor John Kasich Takes Strong Step Supporting Solar Energy
Following is a statement from Sean Gallagher, vice president of state affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on Governor Kasich’s veto of House Bill 554, clearing the way for reinstatement of the state’s renewable energy standard.
Governor Wolf Announces Reopening of Solar Energy Program
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) recently reopened the Solar Energy Program (SEP) for applications, offering more than $30 million in loan funds to promote the use of solar energy in Pennsylvania. “The Solar Energy Program provides loans to for an array of solar projects, including facilities
Bipartisan Witnesses Testify in Strong Support of Public Land Renewable Energy Development Act
Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) released the following statement after participating in a Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources legislative hearing on his bill, H.R. 2663, the Public Land Renewable Energy Development Act
Senate Passes Energy and Water Funding Bill Supporting Critical Infrastructure, Energy Projects in Maine
With the support of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, the Senate today passed the Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, bipartisan legislation that funds U.S. Department of Ener...
DEM and Arbor Day Foundation Announce New RI Energy Saving Trees Program
The Department of Environmental Management, through a partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the RI Tree Council and the RI Nursery and Landscape Association, will be providing 1,000 free trees to Rhode Island homeowners this fall.
Data from First-of-its-Kind Residential Energy Study Now Available on OpenNY to Drive Clean Energy...
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that data from a first-of-its-kind study that compiled energy-related information from more than 3,000 homes in New York are now available to the public on open.ny.gov for...
Governor Cuomo Announces Solar Energy To Power Belleayre Gore and Whiteface Ski Centers
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that the three state operated ski resorts at Belleayre, Gore and Whiteface Mountain have committed to using solar power to operate their ski lift and snowmaking operations
Rep. Gosar & 34 Members Make Bipartisan Push to Move Public Lands Renewable Energy...
U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after being joined by 34 members of the House in formally requesting the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources hold a hearing on H.R. 2663, the Pub...
In Energy Committee, King Advocates for Stronger, More Reliable Electricity Grid
During consideration of a broad bipartisan energy bill in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) advocated for an amendment that would move America’s electricity system into the 21st century by prom...
Cummings Joins Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Senior Obama Administration Officials to Announce Solar Energy and...
U.S. Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD) today joined Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and senior Obama Administration officials to announce a new solar energy and job creation initiative in Baltimore. The initiative will provide Baltimore r...
Alliance To Save Energy Education Programs Honored With 2015 Best Practice Awards
For the tenth year running, schools from the Alliance to Save Energy’s (Alliance) PowerSave Campus Program are being honored with 2015 Best Practice Awards for their energy efficiency work by the California Higher Education Sustainability Conference...
News Conference for Energy Efficiency Improvements at Monroe County Civic Center
New York Power Authority (NYPA) President and Chief Executive Officer Gil C. Quiniones and Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks will announce the completion of a $15.2 million energy efficiency project at the Monroe County Civic Center on Thursday, Ju...
Governor Cuomo Announces Expanded Access to Renewable Energy For Millions Of New Yorkers
Governor Cuomo announced the approval of a bold new community initiative enabling millions of New Yorkers to access clean and affordable energy for the first time. Proposed in Governor Cuomo’s 2015 State of Opportunity Agenda, Shared Renewables provi...
Hirono Touts Hawaii’s Renewable Energy Goal At Senate Hearing On Island Energy
This morning, Senator Mazie K. Hirono spoke about the importance of finding renewable energy solutions for island states and communities like Hawaii at a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing on Islanded Energy Systems in Alaska, Haw...
Markey Applauds New Obama Clean Energy Initiatives: The Solar is Coming, the Solar is...
With solar installation expected to double in the next two years, the White House today announced a series of new initiatives and investments to expand solar power to low and middle-income areas. There are now more than 20,000 megawatts of installed so...
Congressman Veasey Applauds New White House Initiative Promoting Renewable Energy
Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after the Administration unveiled its new initiative Access Solar, which aims to increase access to solar energy for all Americans, in particular low- and moderate- income communities, an...
SOLAR PLANE ARRIVES IN HAWAII, SYMBOLIZES STATE’S COMMITMENT TO INNOVATION AND CLEAN ENERGY
Powered only by the sun’s rays, the Solar Impulse 2 airplane brought its messages of innovation and clean energy to Hawaii as it neared the halfway point of its around-the-world flight without using fossil fuel.
