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Attention Massachusetts residents 🔊 , did you know that on On July 17, 2024, the Massachusetts House approved a bill aimed at boosting the state's reliance on renewable energy? What does this mean? This bill seeks to streamline the permitting process for clean energy projects and includes provisions for new renewable energy generation and storage procurement targets Now, what does it mean for Mass home owners? 🏡 For starters, any renewable energy projects home owners wish to undertake, such as installing solar panels, could face fewer bureaucratic hurdles, potentially reducing the time and cost involved in getting such projects approved Additionally, while the bill itself focuses on infrastructure and permitting, such legislative efforts often accompany or lead to additional programs offering incentives or rebates for homeowners who adopt renewable energy technologies. This could make it more financially feasible for homeowners to invest in renewable energy solutions! 👏 What can you do right now? get your free home energy assessment with us here at Lumna to get started here: http://bit.ly/3WEZlYr Great news all around for your energy bills and for our planet! If you want to read more about the new bill, the U.S. News & World Report article is here: https://lnkd.in/ePbmj8tc

Via ESN: " Most LDES projects set to be 8-hour systems, says California Energy Commission: The Energy Research and Development Division of the California Energy Commission (CEC) has issued a report highlighting the importance of energy storage facilities with a discharge duration of eight hours or more in order for the Golden State to reach its target of a zero-carbon electricity grid by 2045.  " #EnergyStorage #Energy #BatteryStorage

The UK is set to revolutionise its energy infrastructure with the approval of the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), a groundbreaking project that represents the nation's commitment to renewable energy and energy security. 🌍 This project not only exemplifies the nation's dedication to renewable energy but also sets a benchmark for future innovations in energy transmission. 🌱 To learn more about the Eastern Green Link 2 and how it will impact the UK's clean energy strategies, read our latest industry update: https://lnkd.in/e-d9MTVg #EasternGreenLink2 #BP #EnergyIndustryUpdate

Important developments in California's clean energy transition! A recent report by the California Energy Commission highlights the role of long duration energy storage, with potential demand ranging from 5 GW to 37 GW by 2045. Hydrostor's A-CAES technology will play an essential role providing LDES, supporting ambitious decarbonization goals while maintaining reliability. Click the links below to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gDvzDBst California Energy Commission sponsored report: https://lnkd.in/eWRWkWsA Let's continue innovating for a sustainable future! #CleanEnergy #LongDurationStorage #Decarbonization #Renewables 🌱💡 Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES Council)

Alberta is embracing energy storage as a key component in modernizing its electricity grid. At the recent Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) conference, industry leaders discussed the significant opportunities and challenges ahead. As Alberta transitions to a more sustainable energy future, advancements in energy storage are essential for ensuring reliability and efficiency in the province's power supply. #EnergyStorage #RenewableEnergy #SustainableEnergy #GridModernization #EnergyInnovation #CleanTech #AlbertaEnergy #PowerGrid #EnergyTransition #energy #power #storage #grid #GreenEnergy https://lnkd.in/ghVtegD3

Expansion of alternative energy senseless #PA: In 2004, Pennsylvania implemented one of the most aggressive mandates to adopt wind and solar energy. At the time, less than 1 percent of net energy generation came from these sources. In 2023, after nearly $1.5 billion in subsidies, wind and solar generated less than 2 percent. So, what’s the point? That’s the question Gov. Josh Shapiro must answer before any expansion to Pennsylvania’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS). Instead, he is doubling down on uneconomical fuels and technologies, resulting . . . #windpower #windenergy

Happy to share a report I prepared for the office of Dr. Brad Pettitt MLC covering a survey of the Western Australia Renewable Energy Transition - Headwinds and Barriers for the South West Interconnected System (SWIS). The report was launched publicly yesterday via an article in The Guardian with a follow-up interview on Radio Nation RN Drive with Andy Parks and Brad. This is a very important conversation that the state government needs to engage the Western Australian community on. The government is to be congratulated on a number of renewable energy related initiatives including Collie coal closure, the roll-out of utility scale battery storage, SWIS Demand Assessment vision of 50 GW and 4,000km of HV transition by 2042, roll-out of the EV charging network, rooftop solar support, the Distributed Energy Roadmap etc. – all positives. The policy towards public investment in critical infrastructure to support large scale renewables (wind and solar farms) with the emphasis on ‘user pays’ throughout, including deep network augmentation, is a major obstacle for the clean energy transition and the associated investment of much need private capital. The survey was confidential and the feedback from industry participants in their own words is insightful. Respectful and constructive comments appreciated. Report can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gjMTbeDA #energytransition #energypolicy #renewableenergy

The LDES Council is pleased to see states like New York helping to advance LDES deployments, aligning with their target of 6GW energy storage by 2030. Supported by a $5 million investment, New York State's "Renewable Optimization and Energy Storage Innovation Program" is the latest signal that #LDES is being embraced as a powerful #decarbonization and grid flexibility solution. New York’s solicitation will foster clean energy #innovation, including for LDES deployment, and is projected to reduce future statewide electric system costs by nearly $2 billion and help eliminate the state's most polluting fossil fuel power plants. As energy grids increasingly rely on variable wind and solar PV, the need for longer duration energy storage solutions will grow. The LDES Council is excited to continue these discussions at the Australian Clean Energy Summit 2024, which will be held July 16-17 in Sydney. Julia Souder, along with several LDES Council members, will attend this event, which will bring together policymakers, investors, and leaders driving Australia's energy transformation. In New South Wales, LDES technologies are becoming integral to the state's energy system. As the state prepares to phase out its remaining coal-fired power stations over the next decade, the NSW government seeks a gigawatt of long duration storage, equating to at least eight gigawatt hours. The #Time4Action is now to ensure #3xRenewables by 2030. Learn more about the Australian Clean Energy Summit: https://bit.ly/3zDRy3X Explore the New South Wales procurement details: https://bit.ly/4cBuOAp And click below to read about New York's $5 million LDES investment :

The United States aims to achieve 100% clean energy by 2035, but a recent nationwide analysis by USA TODAY suggests that this goal is increasingly challenged as local governments block green power initiatives at a faster rate than they're implemented. Approximately 15% of U.S. counties, including those in Iowa, have effectively impeded the construction of new utility-scale wind and solar installations. The opposition to renewable energy is multifaceted, stemming from various groups with diverse objections, leading to a significant curtailment of clean energy development. Although renewable energy use is growing in the U.S., barriers such as zoning restrictions and political resistance hinder progress. Despite these challenges, wind and solar energy remain the most economical solutions, with costs declining significantly in recent years. While some states lead in renewable energy adoption, others face opposition driven by concerns over change and local interests. However, experts emphasize that the U.S. still has the potential to meet its clean energy goals, albeit with increased costs and challenges as a result of resistance to renewable energy projects. https://lnkd.in/e5Z28AuM

⚡ New article from pv magazine USA highlighted our recent report on increasing Pennsylvania's Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards: "The report by Advanced Energy United, MAREC Action, and American Clean Power Association (ACP), examined potential economic and jobs benefits of the proposed increase in renewables. 'Clean energy can be a massive money-maker and job-creator for Pennsylvania, but only if elected officials take action,' said Nicholas Bibby, Pennsylvania State lead for Advanced Energy United. 'This report’s findings hammer home just how much Pennsylvania’s economy has to gain from clean energy—and what we’re missing out on as our policies lag further and further behind neighboring states.'" Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02jXvrj0