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A new E3 study looks at the impact of different clean energy accounting frameworks on systemwide or "consequential" carbon emissions under voluntary clean energy purchases. The study uses E3’s California RESOLVE capacity expansion model (https://lnkd.in/giG8wYN9) to dynamically evaluate changes in system dispatch and investments over time under both annual and hourly matching approaches. We find that annual and hourly matching approaches result in similar impacts on long-run, consequential carbon emissions except under a relatively narrow set of circumstances. We also find that hourly matching will be much more difficult and costly to achieve in real life than in a capacity model context, and will expose participating customers to significant market risk due to the overprocurement that is required to match hourly demand during the most challenging hours. Finally, we conclude that long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) will continue to be needed to finance capital-intensive clean energy projects, underscoring the important role of demand for PPAs from both the compliance and voluntary markets in facilitating clean energy development. We thank Meta for its partial support for this analysis; all report conclusions and findings are our own. Find the blog post and download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/giVBVzCR. E3’s Arne Olson, Kush Patel, Elizabeth Mettetal, Gregory Gangelhoff, Angineh Zohrabian, Ph.D., Hugh Somerset, Ruoshui Li, and Joshua Spooner contributed to the report.

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☑️ Agrivoltaics is a fresh, thriving practice that creatively blends conventional agriculture and solar power production. ☑️ Agrivoltaics projects, like the successful cattle grazing and solar power generation in Massachusetts, show the feasibility of this idea and generate interest in it among other states. ☑️ Combining solar power with various crops, such as soybean and sweet corn, allows for increased productivity and efficiency. Agrivoltaics, or combining traditional farming with solar power generation, has been steadily gaining traction in the renewable energy sector. This concept, central to the work of many solar companies, exhibits the potential benefits of coexisting farming and power generation rather than treating them as competing land uses. Despite the mixed public opinion on large solar plants, this approach has shown significant promise, exemplified by multiple successful projects in Massachusetts that combined cattle grazing with solar power generation, proving advantageous for both agriculture and energy sectors. Other states such as New Jersey and New York are also exploring similar initiatives, reflecting the growing interest in this sustainable model. Furthermore, the integration of solar power with various crops, including soybeans and grains like wheat, barley, and oats, presents exciting opportunities for overlapping productivity. However, agrivoltaics' success hinges on respecting and accommodating the needs of local communities and environmental considerations. For more information on selling solar virtually across the USA visit www.tstpros.com.

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#fundingalert 💼Company: Aepnus Technology  💰Funding: $8Million ⚡Round: Seed 👥Investors: Clean Energy Ventures, Gravity Climate Fund, Lowercarbon Capital, Impact Science Ventures, MUUS Climate Partners, and Voyager Ventures. Aepnus Technology is committed to electrifying and decarbonising the production process of several everyday chemicals. To put it another way, their goal is to develop technology that uses electricity—ideally from renewable sources—to synthesise compounds through the electrolysis process. The money will be used by the business to quicken the development of their innovative end-to-end sodium sulphate recycling system. Lukas Hackl, Bilen Akuzum, Ph.D. Read more -https://lnkd.in/gVPdqeRc To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #AepnusTechnology #electrifying #decarbonising #electrolysis #technology #funding #fundingnews #new #startup #startupnews #startuprise

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Great to see another strong program, and leaders in energy, exploring more ways to leverage pilot projects for energy and climate startups. If you are in Massachusetts, don't miss your chance to weigh in on the RFI. #energy #climate #startups

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🚀 Calling All ClimateTech Innovators and Ecosystem Builders! 🌱 FORGE is excited to amplify the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)'s mission to grow the ClimateTech industry and foster economic development. MassCEC has issued an RFI to better connect ClimateTech companies with testing and demonstration facilities in Massachusetts. 🔍 What's the RFI About? MassCEC aims to: *Enhance awareness of ClimateTech testing and demo facilities. *Streamline navigation of these sites. *Identify infrastructure gaps to improve access and utilization. 📢 Who Should Respond? *ClimateTech Companies and Startups: Share your experiences and needs. *Operators of Testing Sites: Your insights are invaluable. *Ecosystem Builders: Your role in matchmaking is crucial. 📈 Why Participate? Your input will help MassCEC: *Map and connect ClimateTech companies to existing facilities. *Identify opportunities for infrastructure improvement. *Potentially launch initiatives for a centralized database, asset mapping, and more. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eqxuNm9v 💡 Let's collaborate to make Massachusetts a leader in ClimateTech innovation. Your participation is key to driving impactful change and advancing our sustainable future. 📬 Get Involved: Share your insights by responding to the RFI and help shape the future of ClimateTech in Massachusetts. Thank you to Linus Beer and the entire team at MassCEC for leading the charge. #ClimateTech #CleanEnergy #Innovation #MassCEC #FORGEImpact #Sustainability #EconomicDevelopment #TechInnovation #EcosystemBuilders

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FREE WEBINAR: Roadmap for Climate-Related Disclosures: California, SEC & CSRD Wednesday 31st July | 11am ET | 8am PT | 4pm BST Delivered in partnership with ClimeCo Register for this webinar to gain valuable industry insight into how to prepare your business to meet upcoming climate-related deadlines. Our expert speakers will also cover: ⏱️Disclosure mandates and critical deadlines 📍The roadmap to compliance preparation, including specific actions, risks and opportunities 📝How to take advantage of planning efficiencies including considerations for internal team coordination through illustrative case studies REGISTER YOUR PLACE FOR FREE: https://hubs.ly/Q02G10-10 #Decarbconnect #ClimeCo #Climatedisclosures #SB253 #SB261 #SEC #CSRD #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #Sustainable #Compliance

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ICYMI: CT DEEP has been awarded more than $62 million under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund's Solar for All program! "Project SunBridge will reach low-income and disadvantaged community households across the state of Connecticut, with a priority focus on affordable housing units, to allow for greater access to residential solar, increased resilience and grid benefits, and investments in quality jobs and businesses. The program has the potential to reach thousands of additional households through Connecticut’s existing solar and storage programs, avoiding CO2 emissions and saving Connecticut residents on energy costs. Connecticut residents will benefit from financial assistance with increased incentives, more accessible loans, and low-cost capital for solar and storage, as well as technical assistance for clean energy workforce development and community engagement. This blend of financial and technical assistance will create a sustainable funding stream for low-income and disadvantaged communities households to participate in the green economy, which will last beyond the SFA funding years, attract private investment, and drive market transformation." https://lnkd.in/gFbk7Wkc

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Can we meet the growing demand for renewable energy without sacrificing agricultural land? At RE+ Northeast, Dan French, Executive Producer of the Solar Farm Summit, and David Gahl, Executive Director at the Solar and Storage Industries Institute, discussed how they’re trying to address barriers to solar and storage deployment. They focus on the practice of #agrivoltaics, which combines solar photovoltaic (PV) systems with agriculture to optimize land use. This can be done through: ▪️ solar grazing 🐑  ▪️ ecovoltaics (pollinator habitat creation)🐝🌺, and  ▪️ crop production 🌾under panels. Expect to learn: ⚡ Key barriers to wider agrivoltaics adoption ⚡ How The Solar Farm Summit is using case studies to develop standardized templates like grazing contracts and insurance agreements ⚡ Current funding opportunities for agrivoltaics projects By combining solar energy generation with agriculture, agrivoltaics optimizes land use, while also providing environmental stewardship and economic support to rural communities. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gY-Za_xK What excites you most about agrivoltaics? Let us know in the comments below 👇 #RenewableEnergy #SolarEnergy #Sustainability

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🌐 Exciting news from the Northeast US!  University at Albany and University of Connecticut are joining forces to fortify Northeast US grid resilience against extreme weather. 🌩️ Funded by the Department of Energy, these projects aim to enhance grid resilience through cutting-edge modelling and risk assessment tools. UAlbany will analyze climate trends, while UConn focuses on outage prediction models to recommend resilient solutions. "This partnership will drive advancements in energy industry reliability amidst climate challenges," highlighted Chris Thorncroft, Director at UAlbany’s Atmospheric Sciences Research Center. Emphasizing the impact on clean energy, Professor Anagnostou Emmanouil from UConn stated, "As we face escalating climate risks, enhancing grid resilience is vital for accelerating clean energy adoption." Supported by Maria Robinson from the DOE, these initiatives are part of a broader effort to secure grid resilience funding and promote sustainable energy solutions. Managed by ENERGYWERX, this partnership aims to expedite the deployment of clean energy technologies. Together, let's build a resilient energy future! 💡🌍 #GridResilience #CleanEnergyFuture #ClimateAction #ResearchPartnerships https://lnkd.in/g-MeQMX2

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Our new blog examines how a Harris or Trump Administration would impact US energy and climate policy. #energy #USElection #climatechange https://lnkd.in/eHzdeH6E

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In this episode of The Solar PVcast, Steve Unger, Lead of Microgrid Development at Shift, discusses the future of net-metering as it transitions to net-billing under new self-generation policies adopted by utility companies. Steve breaks down the reasons behind this shift and what it means for solar users. We explore the pros and cons of the new net-billing model, helping listeners understand how these changes could impact their solar energy systems and what they need to know to adapt. #ShiftToSolar #Podcast #NewEpisode #NetBilling #WePowerChange

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Alaska local governments who need support addressing their energy needs should consider joining the webinar tomorrow to learn more about the technical assistance available via ETIPP.

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🌟 Exciting Announcement 🌟 At Oaktree Power, we're passionate about empowering our clients with knowledge about electricity and sustainable energy. That's why we're thrilled to share National Grid's latest endeavor: 'Behind the Grid' – a captivating video series that unravels the mysteries of our electricity systems! 🔍 Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when you flip a switch? Join National Grid on a journey with host James Stewart as he delves deep 'Behind the Grid,' uncovering the intricate workings of the UK's electricity network – from its generation to consumption. 💡 Episode 1: 'From Sea to Shore' gives us an exclusive peek into the remarkable infrastructure facilitating energy sharing between the UK and the Netherlands. Witness firsthand the engineering marvels at the BritNed interconnector site and meet the dedicated teams ensuring seamless energy flow across borders. 🌊 But that's just the beginning! Stay tuned for upcoming episodes where they'll explore the journey of electricity from the shores to your homes and businesses, all while charting the course towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Don't miss out on this electrifying series – Watch Episode 1 now and embark on a thrilling voyage 'Behind the Grid' with Oaktree Power and National Grid! https://lnkd.in/gx7sx8R8 #BehindTheGrid #SustainableEnergy #ElectricityRevolution ⚡️

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Current International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates show that efficiency measures could contribute 40 percent of emissions reductions by 2040, making action a crucial climate priority. This week, RMI’s weekly Spark newsletter will take a deep dive into energy efficiency and how it can reduce costs and lessen climate impact. Make sure you’re subscribed to Spark and follow our social media accounts to learn more about energy efficiency: https://bit.ly/3Vvtpnm #Decarbonization #Efficiency #EnergyEfficiency

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