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Texas Powers Up: A Solar and Battery BoomIn 2024, Texas made a dramatic leap in - [The Changing Face of Energy Policy in the United States](https://goodenergy.com/2025/07/14/the-changing-face-of-energy-policy-in-the-united-states/): Energy policy in the United States is entering a period of rapid and uncertain change, shaped by conflicting priorities, evolving technology, and a divided political landscape. From new tariffs on solar imports to the rollback of long-standing energy efficiency programs, recent developments are reshaping how clean energy is developed, deployed, and understood across the country. - [The Dual Path of Solar and Wind: Industry Growth with Emerging Hurdles](https://goodenergy.com/2024/10/24/the-dual-path-of-solar-and-wind-industry-growth-with-emerging-hurdles/): The renewable energy landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with solar and wind energy leading the charge. As the world works toward reducing reliance on fossil fuels, these sectors play a critical role in the effort to combat climate change. However, both the solar and wind energy industries are facing significant challenges alongside Solar Wind Growth - [The Rise of Clean Energy: How Recent Legislative Actions and Major Projects Are Shaping the Future](https://goodenergy.com/2024/08/15/the-rise-of-clean-energy-how-recent-legislative-actions-and-major-projects-are-shaping-the-future/): The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a combination of legislative action, technological advancements, and large-scale renewable energy projects. In the United States, this shift is evident through several key developments: the passage of the ADVANCE Act, local energy projects including the transformation of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into an Explore how recent legislative actions and major renewable energy projects in the US are shaping the future of clean energy, focusing on trends in nuclear, wind, and solar power. - [Energy Trends Shift with Fossil Fuel Plants Closing to Building Infrastructure to Support AI Power Demands ](https://goodenergy.com/2024/07/15/energy-trends-shift-with-fossil-fuel-plants-closing-to-building-infrastructure-to-support-ai-power-demands/): The energy landscape is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the closure of historic power plants and the escalating energy requirements of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). These changes highlight a broader trend toward sustainable energy solutions and the challenges of meeting increasing power demands. The closure of the Mystic Generating Station and the rising - [Energizing Innovations: Renewable Energy Trends Shaping a Sustainable Future](https://goodenergy.com/2024/04/15/energizing-innovations-renewable-energy-trends-shaping-a-sustainable-future/): The journey toward renewable energy is not just about reducing carbon emissions; it’s about empowering communities, preserving cultures, and ensuring a brighter tomorrow. Through innovation and collaboration, here are some recent examples of how some areas of the world are trying to turn the tide on climate change. In the remote town of Qaanaaq, Greenland, - [Evolving Energy Tech Could Be Answer to Heat Waves, Higher Prices](https://goodenergy.com/2023/08/17/evolving-energy-tech-could-be-answer-to-heat-waves-higher-prices/): Throughout the nation in August, parts of the country faced energy challenges. In New York City, price volatility continues. Con Edison raised gas prices by 8.4 percent and electricity rates by 9.1 percent on August 1. Con Ed wasn’t done, though. These increases will be followed by additional hikes in January of 2024 and 2025. - [New York State Develops New Energy Resources to Fight Rising Costs](https://goodenergy.com/2023/10/12/new-york-state-develops-new-energy-resources-to-fight-rising-costs/): If there’s one constant in the energy market, it’s volatility. This past summer, New York energy price swings continued. For example, Con Edison raised gas prices by 8.4 percent and electricity rates by 9.1 percent on August 1. These increases will be followed by additional hikes in January of 2024 and 2025. “From the Brooklyn - [Nationwide, States Make Dramatic Strides for Green Energy, Secure Grids](https://goodenergy.com/2023/07/11/nationwide-states-make-dramatic-strides-for-green-energy-secure-grids/): Recently, some states have taken innovative, bold steps to advance use of renewable energy and to strengthen the reliability of energy grids. Such moves have included off-shore wind farm projects and adding transmission lines over vast stretches of the nation. “As states forge ahead in the pursuit of grid reliability, they are not just embracing - [MA DPU Slows Municipal Aggregation Programs for Dozens of Communities ](https://goodenergy.com/2022/10/16/ma-dpu-slows-municipal-aggregation-programs-for-dozens-of-communities/): Sometimes the wheels of the government turn slowly. In Massachusetts, those wheels have been practically parked. Thirty-two communities have been waiting for the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to approve municipal aggregation programs for more than two years. In Massachusetts, about 160 communities already participate in municipal aggregation. This program allows communities to make Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities delays approvals for municipal aggregation programs, potentially costing residents money and delaying renewable energy initiatives. - [Innovative Battery Solutions May Jumpstart Renewable Energy Growth](https://goodenergy.com/2023/03/25/innovative-battery-solutions-may-jumpstart-renewable-energy-growth/): One of the biggest challenges facing the ongoing development of renewable energy is how to store and transfer power when the wind isn’t blowing and the sun isn’t shining. Recent innovations in battery technology may help. For example, New York City may soon allow rooftop installation of batteries for renewable energy storage. To meet New - [New York State Makes Advances for Community Solar](https://goodenergy.com/2023/01/30/new-york-state-makes-advances-for-community-solar/): Solar power is becoming more and more attainable for New York State residents thanks to new community solar programs. The best news for New York many residents: You don’t need solar panels for renewable energy. A community solar program can be tailored to an individual community. Through these new, innovative community solar programs, New York - [Massachusetts, Illinois, New York Stepping Up Renewable Energy Programs](https://goodenergy.com/2023/01/19/massachusetts-illinois-new-york-stepping-up-renewable-energy-programs/): States governments across the nation are enacting measures to promote renewable energy and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. Some of the states making the biggest strides include Massachusetts, Illinois and New York. Here are summaries of some recent renewable energy programs in each state: Massachusetts Massachusetts communities use an innovative, new program to drive demand - [EV Cars Making Inroads in America](https://goodenergy.com/2022/10/25/ev-cars-making-inroads-in-america/): Unpredictable gas prices and new tax credits have meant that EV car sales are increasing. Consumers are looking to save money by avoiding buying gas, and that means more and more electric vehicles are entering the mainstream and onramps. Now, battery-powered cars compose the fastest-growing segment of the auto market, with sales jumping 70 percent - [North country communities find that harnessing group buying power saves residents, businesses on electricity bills](https://goodenergy.com/2022/06/08/north-country-communities-find-that-harnessing-group-buying-power-saves-residents-businesses-on-electricity-bills/): Despite being available statewide, only one town and one village in the north country are enrolled in a program that offers on average 10% lower electricity rates by harnessing group buying power with an added community solar program option, but other municipalities are taking steps to head in the same direction. West Carthage Mayor Scott - [Town of Chazy, NY, Saves 30% on Energy Costs with Good Energy Community Choice Aggregation](https://goodenergy.com/2022/03/14/town-of-chazy-ny-saves-30-on-energy-costs-with-good-energy-community-choice-aggregation/): CHAZY, NEW YORK—The Town of Chazy, New York has seen energy savings of 30 percent in the past year because of their participation in a Good Energy Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program. The town’s low, locked-in rates remain stable while NYSEG energy rates in other areas spike. Residents and businesses in the Town of Chazy - [Greene County, NY, Communities Save up to 40 Percent on Energy Costs with Good Energy CCA](https://goodenergy.com/2022/03/14/greene-county-ny-communities-save-up-to-40-percent-on-energy-costs-with-good-energy-cca/): GREENE COUNTY, NEW YORK—Four communities in Greene County, New York, have seen energy savings of up to 40 percent thanks to their participation in a Good Energy Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program. Residents and businesses in the towns of Cairo and New Baltimore, along with villages of Athens and Coxsackie, have saved between 24 and - [Cicero, NY, Takes First Step to Save Money with Good Energy](https://goodenergy.com/2018/04/17/cicero-ny-takes-first-step-to-save-money-with-good-energy/): The town of Cicero, New York, recently took the first step to saving money through Good Energy. During a March 28 meeting, the Cicero Town Board voted to allow Good Energy to study the town’s energy use and demographics to assess the benefits of a Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program. “Community Choice Aggregation programs level - [Trend Watch: Illinois on Cutting Edge of Clean Energy](https://goodenergy.com/2018/06/05/trend-watch-illinois-on-cutting-edge-of-clean-energy/): Decades of clean-energy policies and the current renewable energy market have propelled Illinois to the forefront of states relying on environmentally friendly energy sources. Illinois ranks second in the Midwest for installed renewable power capacity and fourth in the nation for installed wind power capacity, according to the Illinois Environmental Council. And during a recent - [Oregon Group Pushes for Community Choice Aggregation Program](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/02/oregon-group-pushes-for-community-choice-aggregation-program-2/): To provide consumers with additional renewable energy options and lower electricity rates, an advocacy organization in Oregon is urging the state to adopt community choice aggregation. The Oregon-based Community Renewable Energy Association (CREA) is spearheading an effort to draft legislation to allow municipalities within the state to buy electricity through community choice aggregation programs. “We - [Oregon Group Pushes for Community Choice Aggregation Program](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/02/oregon-group-pushes-for-community-choice-aggregation-program/): To provide consumers with additional renewable energy options and lower electricity rates, an advocacy organization in Oregon is urging the state to adopt community choice aggregation. The Oregon-based Community Renewable Energy Association (CREA) is spearheading an effort to draft legislation to allow municipalities within the state to buy electricity through community choice aggregation programs. “We - [NYDPS Plan Would Pay for Renewable Power Contributed to Grid](https://goodenergy.com/2018/08/06/nydps-plan-would-pay-for-renewable-power-contributed-to-grid/): The New York State Department of Public Service (NYSDPS) recently endorsed a plan to compensate owners of renewable energy projects for the power they provide to the grid. Compensating distributed energy contributors would maximize grid benefits and reduce cost for energy providers and consumers, according to a NYDPS press release. The plan would also encourage - [New York to Begin Utility Energy Registry](https://goodenergy.com/2018/06/05/new-york-to-begin-utility-energy-registry/): As part of New York State’s Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) program, the New York Public Service Commission (PSC) recently approved the creation of a community-based energy consumption data registry that will be launched this summer. This database will help boost more clean-energy choices for customers, spur private investment into renewable energy, and increase clean-energy - [New Brunswick, NJ, Unanimously Votes to 100% Renewable](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/02/new-brunswick-nj-unanimously-votes-to-100-renewable/): This past August, the New Brunswick, New Jersey, City Council unanimously voted to approve an energy aggregation program to provide residents and businesses with 100- percent renewable energy by 2035. The 100-percent renewable ordinance began through a grassroots initiative started by New Brunswick members of the Food & Water Watch, a national environmental advocacy organization. - [Medford, MA, to Vote on Electricity Aggregation](https://goodenergy.com/2018/08/06/medford-ma-to-vote-on-electricity-aggregation/): At an Aug. 14 meeting, the Medford, Massachusetts, City Council will vote on adopting an electricity aggregation plan which would allow the community to buy power in bulk with the goal of reducing the cost for residents and businesses. During a meeting this past February, the Medford City Council voted to develop an aggregation program - [LA Unveils Bold Plan to Turn the Hoover Dam into a Giant Battery](https://goodenergy.com/2018/08/06/la-unveils-bold-plan-to-turn-the-hoover-dam-into-a-giant-battery/): A $3 billion plan from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power aims to turn the Hoover Dam into a giant battery, storing electricity generated by solar and wind energy, according to a recent article in The New York Times. The plan calls for a downstream pump station to send water back up to the - [JetBlue, United Go Green with Renewables](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/02/jetblue-united-go-green-with-renewables/): The skies just got a little greener because of recent environmental initiatives by two major airlines. JetBlue has committed to using a renewable jet fuel blend. The airline first used the renewable blend with the delivery of a new Airbus A321 aircraft on Sept. 20. As JetBlue adds additional A321 to its fleet, delivery flights - [Coxsackie, N.Y., to Save with Good Energy](https://goodenergy.com/2018/06/05/coxsackie-n-y-to-save-with-good-energy/): Good Energy is poised to help the residents and businesses of the Village of Coxsackie save money on energy bills through a new Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program. Coxsackie is part of a CCA plan with four other municipalities, including the towns of Cairo and New Baltimore in Greene County, and the villages of Fayetteville - [Climate Solutions Summit Promotes Community Choice Aggregation, Renewable Energy](https://goodenergy.com/2018/06/05/climate-solutions-summit-promotes-community-choice-aggregation-renewable-energy/): During the Climate Solutions Summit in Syracuse, N.Y., this past May, Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) programs were spotlighted as a potent way to fight against climate change. The Solutions Summit provided information about how communities throughout central New York can implement climate solutions. About 200 people attended the one-day gathering, sharing projects, case studies, resources, - [Renewable Energy Sources Resilient, Popular after Hurricane Michael](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/30/renewable-energy-sources-resilient-popular-after-hurricane-michael/): As the most powerful storm to blow through the Florida panhandle, Hurricane Michael left more than 1.3 million Americans without power. The aftermath of the destruction this past October, offered a revelation: renewable energy installations are more resilient than traditional electricity infrastructure, according to Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). Two weeks after the storm, some residents - [Puerto Rico Aims for 100% Renewable Power](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/30/puerto-rico-aims-for-100-renewable-power/): Legislation recently introduced into the Puerto Rico Senate calls for the territory to rely only on renewable energy by 2050. In addition to being a more self-sufficient and environmentally friendly energy option, relying on renewable energy would end the monopoly of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (Prepa). The proposed legislation would create a system - [New York Allots $40 Million for Solar Projects with Energy Storage](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/30/new-york-allots-40-million-for-solar-projects-with-energy-storage/): New York steps up for solar energy again. This past October, New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the state would devote $40 million to solar projects that incorporate energy storage. This multimillion dollar investment in solar infrastructure and energy storage is part of the New York State Reforming Energy Vision (REV) program, which - [Long Island Leads NY in Electric Car Use, Poised for More Growth](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/30/long-island-leads-ny-in-electric-car-use-poised-for-more-growth/): Long Islanders are plugging in and buying more electric cars than other areas of New York State. This strong electric vehicle (EV) market means the area is poised for further electric car growth, according to a recent report from the Long Island PowerAuthority from the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA). In fact, Long Island residents have bought - [8 Must-Know Energy U.S. Trends](https://goodenergy.com/2018/10/02/8-must-know-energy-u-s-trends/): Whether you’re a homeowner looking to save money on heating bills, an office manager who needs to cut electric expenses, or a factory facilities supervisor with a tight energy budget, the volatile energy market can dramatically affect your bottom line. When you understand some of the dynamics of energy production and consumption, you can make - [World Trade Center Updates Lighting to Save Money](https://goodenergy.com/2018/12/04/world-trade-center-updates-lighting-to-save-money/): As part of the Port Authority’s Energy Savings Performance Guarantee Program, more than 13,000 World Trade Center fixtures are slated to be swapped out with high- efficiency versions. Within the first year of lighting upgrades, the World Trade Center may save more than $750,000 by switching to more energy-efficient fixtures. Also, these lighting upgrades are - [Google Plants Huge Solar Farms in Alabama, Tennessee](https://goodenergy.com/2019/02/26/google-plants-huge-solar-farms-in-alabama-tennessee/): When searching for solar farms in the Tennessee Valley, the result will be Google. The internet conglomerate recently announced building two solar farms in Hollywood, Alabama, and Yum Yum, Tennessee. Each plant will produce about 150 megawatts of power. Among the largest renewable energy efforts in the Tennessee Valley, these projects are the largest solar - [U.S. Carbon Dioxide Emissions Increased in 2018](https://goodenergy.com/2019/02/26/u-s-carbon-dioxide-emissions-increased-in-2018/): After three years of declining carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, the United States had a dramatic uptick in such emission in 2018, according to a recent report from Rhodium Group, an independent economic and trend research organization. The New York City-based research firm estimates CO2 emissions increased 3.4 percent in 2018, which is the second-largest annual gain in - [Coal Use Decreases, Energy Efficiency Spending Trends Upward](https://goodenergy.com/2019/02/26/coal-use-decreases-energy-efficiency-spending-trends-upward/): Rapid economic growth in addition to weather extremes meant an all-time high for energy demand in 2018, according to the Sustainable Energy in America Factbook. Other significant trends cited in the annual report: As electricity demand reached new highs, the fuel mix continued to transition away from coal and to renewables and natural gas. The U.S. - [Automotive Paradigm Shift: The EVs Are Coming](https://goodenergy.com/2019/04/26/automotive-paradigm-shift-the-evs-are-coming/): The U.S. automobile industry may experience a paradigm shift from gas-powered vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs), according to auto executives recently interviewed onNPR’s Weekend Edition Saturday. “Electrification, you cannot stop it anymore – it’s coming,” says Elmer Kades, a managing director with the New York City-based global consulting firm AlixPartners. “We have fantastic growth rates, - [Construction Begins on Largest Solar Facility in Texas](https://goodenergy.com/2019/04/26/construction-begins-on-largest-solar-facility-in-texas/): With construction of the Lone Star State’s largest solar facility beginning this winter, Texas has firmly established itself as a leader in renewable energy generation. Enel Green Power North America, Inc. is building the 497-megawatt Roadrunner solar plant in Upton County, Texas, which will become the state’s largest solar facility. Texas is ranted sixth among - [U.S. Wind, Solar PPA Prices Decrease](https://goodenergy.com/2019/06/12/u-s-wind-solar-ppa-prices-decrease/): Prices of wind and solar power are trending down in U.S. markets, according toLevelTen Energy’s Q1 2019 PPA Pricing Index. LevelTen Energy Inc., a commodity trading advisor based in Seattle, Washington, publishes the quarterly PPA Pricing Index. The power purchase agreement (PPA) offer averages prices submitted through the LevelTen Marketplace for wind and solar projects - [Forbes Article Examines Electric Vehicle Environmental Friendliness](https://goodenergy.com/2019/06/12/forbes-article-examines-electric-vehicle-environmental-friendliness/): Regardless of the source of electricity, electric vehicles (EVs) produce fewer emissions during their lifetime than fossil fuel-powered vehicles, according to a recent in-depth article on Forbes.com. Written by James Ellsmoor, cofounder and director of Solar Head of State, an international nonprofit working with governments in the Caribbean and Pacific islands to raise awareness of renewable - [China, U.S. Top Renewable Energy Attractiveness Rating](https://goodenergy.com/2019/06/12/china-u-s-top-renewable-energy-attractiveness-rating/): China leads the most recent Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index(RECAI) with the United States and Germany in second and third places, respectively. China has been in the top spot the past three years. The United States and German supplant India in the rankings, which is now fourth. RECAI is published biannually and ranks 40 countries based - [Chicago to Save Money by Installing 40,000 Smart Street Lights this Summer](https://goodenergy.com/2019/06/12/chicago-to-save-money-by-installing-40000-smart-street-lights-this-summer/): The Windy City will get a little more street smart this summer with the installation of 40,000 smart street lights. As part of Chicago’s Smart Lighting Program (CSLP), new LED lights will be installed on residential streets, alleys and viaducts in parts of the far South Side, Near West Side and North Side. The current - [Message Re. COVID-19](https://goodenergy.com/2020/03/18/message-re-covid-19/): As communities and clients we serve feel the increased impact of the COVID-19 virus, Good Energy believes it’s important to share the steps we are taking to keep our customers and employees safe and healthy. For Good Energy, the safety of our customers and employees is paramount. We are monitoring updates from the World Health - [Important Message from Good Energy Re. Covid-19](https://goodenergy.com/2020/04/01/important-message-from-good-energy-re-covid-19/): Due to the COVID-19 crisis many state and local governments in the areas we serve have declared a state of emergency. These unfortunate events have led local and state regulators to invoke necessary actions to keep citizens safe during this unprecedented time. Some consumers of energy, including natural gas and electricity, may find it even - [Energy Use Shifts to Residential during COVID- 19 Pandemic](https://goodenergy.com/2020/04/15/energy-use-shifts-to-residential-during-covid-19-pandemic/): Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone across the globe has altered just about everything from work schedules to shopping habits and schooling to socializing. Now, the effect on energy use has also become apparent: Energy use is shifting to residential consumption with overall use down. One regional example of how energy use has shifted is - [Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) Considers Community Choice Aggregation](https://goodenergy.com/2020/05/08/long-island-power-authority-lipa-considers-community-choice-aggregation/): Using virtual meetings as a resource, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) Board of Trustees is set to address community Choice Aggregation (CCA) programs for Long Island communities during its May 20 meeting. In compliance with New York State’s social distancing mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic, LIPA meetings will be conducted via live streamed teleconferencing. - [FERC Energy Market Assessment, Expects Normal Winter](https://goodenergy.com/2016/10/25/ferc-energy-market-assessment-expects-normal-winter/): FERC released its Winter 2016/2017 Energy Market Assessment yesterday. Most of the Northern US is expected to see normal winter weather, which will mean strong demand compared to last year. Learn more. - [Good Energy Honors our Veterans!](https://goodenergy.com/2016/11/11/good-energy-honors-our-veterans/): We appreciate all the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces during times of War. And we especially thank our Veterans at Good Energy and GoodMart who have sacrificed to serve our country. - [Aggregation Continues to Build for Good Energy - Dewitt County, Atwood, Sidell and Bement Join](https://goodenergy.com/2016/11/23/aggregation-continues-to-build-for-good-energy-dewitt-county-atwood-sidell-and-bement-join/): Good Energy recently added Dewitt County, the Village of Atwood, the Village of Bement, and the City of Sidell to its list of communities served through its Municipal Residential Aggregation program. The municipalities successfully passed a voter referendum in the most recent General Election on November 8th. The State of Illinois leads the nation in - [How the Village of Godfrey Saved Almost $1 Million with Good Energy](https://goodenergy.com/2016/12/05/how-the-village-of-godfrey-saved-almost-1-million-with-good-energy/): CASE STUDY: The Village of Godfrey, Illinois, is nestled on the east side of the Mississippi River near the confluences of the Illinois and Missouri Rivers. The village of 18,300 residents is named after Benjamin Godfrey, a New England sea captain who came to the area in 1832 with $50,000 and established many institutions. The village’s - [Good Energy Sponsors Race for Cure](https://goodenergy.com/2016/12/12/good-energy-sponsors-race-for-cure/): DALLAS, TX – Good Energy, a national consultant of commercial and residential energy savings solutions, continues to be a proud sponsor of the annual Susan G. Komen Dallas Race for the Cure®. More than 10 employees and family members ran the race again this year as part of Team Good Energy to promote breast cancer awareness - [Historic Michigan Energy Plan Approved - Can prove costly for Choice Customers](https://goodenergy.com/2017/01/10/historic-michigan-energy-plan-approved-can-prove-costly-for-choice-customers/): LANSING, MI - In December, Michigan legislators approved a plan to change state energy policy. This policy reflects an agreement supported by Gov. Rick Snyder in the final hours of the legislative session. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder signed into law what his office called a series of “historic energy reforms,” quickly finalizing a 234-page plan - [TEPA/Keith Pelham Memorial Scholarship Recipients Announced](https://goodenergy.com/2017/09/01/tepa-keith-pelham-memorial-scholarship-recipients-announced/): Ashley (Simba) Muyambo, from Zimbabwe, is the recipient of this year’s $1,000 The Energy Professionals Association TEPA/Keith Pelham Memorial Scholarship at Hill College. The TEPA/Keith Pelham Memorial Scholarship will cover about one-third of Muyambo’s annual tuition at the Texas-based Hill College, and he plans to also pursue a degree from University of Texas at Arlington. - [Diversified Market Creates More Secure Energy Grid](https://goodenergy.com/2017/10/02/diversified-market-creates-more-secure-energy-grid/): The back-to-back-to-back storms that plowed through the southwest and Caribbean have left millions without power and a long road to recovery. With massive power outages in the wake of these storms, there is an increasing demand for a more secure energy grid. About 85 percent of American voters believe that the country should diversity of - [Good Energy Seeks Director of Affiliate Business Development](https://goodenergy.com/2017/10/16/good-energy-seeks-director-of-affiliate-business-development/): Good Energy is growing again. An energy management consultant focused on saving customers money and increasing the value of their assets, Good Energy provides supply and demand energy management services to customers across the country. Good Energy is now adding a Director of Affiliate Business Development position to our growing staff. As a team member of the - [Changing Market Drives Decreased Coal Plant Use](https://goodenergy.com/2017/10/30/changing-market-drives-decreased-coal-plant-use/): Coal electricity generation plants have been closing in record numbers, and in 2016 coal plants accounted for only 30 percent of total generation output. Recent coal plants closures have been because of decreased demand, competition from inexpensive natural gas, and growth of renewable energy alternatives, according to a recent report by M.J. Bradley & Associates, - [Renewable Electricity Generation Poised for More Growth](https://goodenergy.com/2017/10/30/renewable-electricity-generation-poised-for-more-growth/): Renewable electricity continues to gain momentum and is projected to grow by more than one-third by 2022 and will generate more than 8,000 terawatt hours, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) Renewables 2017 report published in October. By 2022, renewables will account for about 30 percent of power generation worldwide, up from 24 percent - [Reduce Emissions with Residential Energy: MIT Study](https://goodenergy.com/2017/11/30/reduce-emissions-with-residential-energy-mit-study/): Cities can effectively fight against climate change by focusing on improving residential building practices, according to a recent MIT study. Averaged across the 11 metro areas in the study, residential energy conservation mandates could reduce residential carbon dioxide emissions in 2030 by an average of 30 percent over 2010 levels. Also, reducing emissions from residential - [New York to Create Energy Storage Target](https://goodenergy.com/2018/01/11/new-york-to-create-energy-storage-target/): This past November, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation to develop a statewide energy storage goal. New York joins California, Massachusetts and Oregon as the only states to approve such energy storage targets. Five months earlier, the New York State Legislature unanimously approved the measure, which could spur the development of energy storage technology - [Grafton, MA, Saves Money with Energy Aggregation](https://goodenergy.com/2018/01/11/grafton-ma-saves-money-with-energy-aggregation/): Cities and towns across the nation have turned to energy aggregation programs as a vital way to save money. The Massachusetts town of Grafton, about 60 miles southwest of Boston, has saved residents about $2 million through initiatives including energy aggregation, recycling, and the implementation of solar energy agreements. Through the Grafton Energy Choice program, - [Solar Energy Use in Schools Doubles](https://goodenergy.com/2018/01/11/solar-energy-use-in-schools-doubles/): Schools are increasingly relying on solar energy to save money and educate students about energy, according to a recent study sponsored by a collaboration of non-profit energy associations. During the past three years, the amount of solar capacity in K-12 schools has doubled. More than 5,400 schools have solar installations, which can create about 1,000 - [Trend Watch: U.S. Oil Production Booms](https://goodenergy.com/2018/02/09/trend-watch-u-s-oil-production-booms/): Oil production in the United States has surged in recent months with a record output of more than 10 million barrels per day. This year, the United States is projected to surpass Saudi Arabia as an oil producer and may also rival world-leader Russia. This oil production resurgence comes in the wake of a shakeout - [University of Maryland to Reduce Energy Consumption with MCEC Money](https://goodenergy.com/2018/03/07/university-of-maryland-to-reduce-energy-consumption-with-mcec-money/): The University of Maryland’s goal of reducing campus-wide energy consumption recently received a big boost with $18.3 million from the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) as part of a performance agreement. The university’s energy-efficiency project includes eight buildings, such as J.M. Patterson Hall and Hornbake Library, and aims to reduce campus energy consumption by 6 - [Microsoft Leaps into Solar with Singapore Project](https://goodenergy.com/2018/04/11/microsoft-leaps-into-solar-with-singapore-project/): Microsoft recently make a strong statement in support of global solar energy with the purchase of 100 percent of the renewable output from a new solar project in Singapore. The deal marks Microsoft’s entry into the clean energy market in Asia and will create the single-largest solar energy portfolio in Singapore. By investing in this - [For New York Municipalities, Zero-Emission Vehicles Are Easier to Buy](https://goodenergy.com/2018/06/05/for-new-york-municipalities-zero-emission-vehicles-are-easier-to-buy/): New York State is making it easier for municipalities to purchase zero-emission vehicles. 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