NREL predicts that by 2050 an 80% renewables future is feasible with current technologies
Source: NREL’s ‘Renewable Electricity Futures Study’
Economically harnessing a replenishing source of energy just makes sense
The two fastest-growing jobs through 2026 will be from the solar and wind industries
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
What we’re following…
FPL DEBUTS FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLE FAST-CHARGING STATION AT MIDTOWN IN GARDENS
Carrick-Williams works with NextEra Energy Resources to launch its FPL EVolution electric vehicle infrastructure program at Mainstreet at Midtown in Palm Beach Gardens.
FITCH PROJECTS 110GW OF NEW SOLAR CAPACITY IN SOUTHEAST U.S. BY 2029
The Southeast U.S. could see about 110 GW of solar capacity additions from 2020 through 2029, even as federal tax subsidies for solar projects phase out, according to Fitch Solutions Macro Research. https://ieefa.org/fitch-projects-110gw-of-new-solar-capacity-in-southeast-u-s-by-2029/
Wood Mackenzie Boosts US Solar Market Forecast as Florida Blossoms
Recent announcements in Florida and Texas have brightened the outlook for the U.S. solar market over the next five years. https://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/woodmac-solar-numbers#gs.jxfr4u
georgia public service commission Adds more solar to georgia power’s integrated resource plan
Atlanta, GA—Georgia’s electric grid is getting a lot more solar following today’s final vote by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) on Georgia Power’s long-term energy plan. The PSC approved the most significant expansion of solar resources in state history, ordering the utility to develop 2210 megawatts (MW) of new solar, enough to power more than 225,000 homes.