Community Solar Landfill Project

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Navisun’s Community Solar Landfill Project in Linden, New Jersey to Expand Equitable Clean Energy Access as it Nears Completion   Repurposed Linden landfill site to provide more affordable solar energy and guaranteed savings for local residents Hingham, MA, August 16th, 2021 – Navisun LLC, a solar independent power producer that co-develops, acquires, owns, and operates distributed and small utility-scale solar projects, announced that its …

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Secretary Haaland, CEQ Chair Mallory Highlight Offshore Wind Developments in California with Federal, Tribal, State and Local Officials

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EUREKA, Calif. — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and White House Council on Environmental Quality Chair Brenda Mallory were in Eureka, Calif., today with U.S. Representative Jared Huffman, California Energy Commissioner Karen Douglas, Tribal leaders and community officials to discuss offshore wind opportunities that will create jobs and strengthen the local economy. Secretary Haaland and the group toured the …

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Making Our Professional Lives More Environmentally Friendly

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More people than ever are now working from home, and remote working could well become the norm for many employees.  But with people also more aware of personal sustainability issues, how can remote employees tailor their work life to improve their own carbon footprint…   Remote working Working from home became a new experience for many people during the pandemic. In …

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Hosting a Zero Waste Party

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The COVID-19 pandemic kept most of us from getting together and having parties with friends for over a year. Now that vaccines are widely available and things are getting back to normal, many people are planning get-togethers again. But, having a party this summer (or any season!) should be about more than just having fun – especially if you’re trying …

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Green Building Materials on the Rise in New Construction

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The eco-conscious movement recently found a place in the construction industry. Environmental engineers and scientists developed new technologies and materials that limit building’s ecological impact.  President Biden initiated the Build Back Better plan upon entering office, improving sustainability standards. It promotes sustainable building practices and green infrastructure development. Biden allocated $2 trillion to restructuring the clean energy and development industry, …

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Propane Offers Decarbonization Solution to Producers for Record-Level Emissions

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New study underscores the need to transition to clean energy sources like propane as soon as possible.   WASHINGTON (July 2021) — The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) emphasizes the need to accelerate decarbonization today with clean energy sources like propane. A new study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) found atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide peaked …

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Debunking Four Myths About Solar Energy Farms

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By Nathan Fabrick Solar energy is poised to become an important part of America’s new energy supply as the country is preparing to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy within the next few decades. President Biden wants the United States to achieve a 50-52 percent reduction from 2005 levels in economy-wide net greenhouse gas pollution in 2030. Within the mix …

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How Are EVs and Charging Stations Encouraging Grid Upgrades?

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The green technological movement is improving various industries. Since Tesla revolutionized the automobile market, the transportation sector began transitioning away from its fossil fuel reliance. The shift promoted eco-consumerism values, forming new production and sourcing standards. Vehicles without tailpipe emissions significantly reduce atmospheric degradation. We may additionally limit air pollution by enhancing the energy grid’s sustainability. Device enhancements, customer values, …

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How Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Pay for Themselves

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Around 40% of annual energy consumption in the United States is attributed to homes and commercial businesses. That means the average American spends around $2000 each year to keep their home appliances and electricity running. But how much of that $2000 is wasted? It turns out the answer is quite a bit. Air drafts, outdated HVAC systems, and other waste …

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Why Do Smart Cities Need to Prioritize Better Air Quality?

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The world is becoming increasingly urbanized. As of 2018, 4.2 billion people lived in cities, representing more than half the global population. By 2050, experts predict this figure will rise to 7 billion, almost equal to today’s entire population. As more people flood into urban areas, the smart city movement has gained momentum. Smart cities, with their vast interconnected device …

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4 keys to selling solar energy projects to local communities

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By Nathan Fabrick President Biden has been elected on promises that (among other things) he will launch a Clean Energy Revolution in this country that would eventually help it achieve the ambitious goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Rystad Energy has estimated that we would need about 13,412 square miles of land to install all the solar panels needed to help …

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Why is There a Solar Boom in Texas?

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The early 2021 winter storm in Texas left residents without power for days. Extremely low temperatures caused statewide health risks, generating panic and distress. Following the blackout, government officials searched for future prevention plans. Solar power provides a sustainable solution for power outages. Many individuals invested in renewable energy after the blackout, eliminating their reliance on the grid. The government …

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Careers Advancing the Future of Alternative Energy

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Alternative energy is the future. As the public push for more sustainable practices accelerates, both business owners and government officials are moving toward cleaner practices — but they’re not doing it alone. Many organizations now employ a variety of professionals who play important roles in putting green initiatives into action. In this article, we’ll explore some of the many diverse …

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Actionable Steps to Reduce Your Business’ Carbon Footprint

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Have you ever thought about your business’s carbon footprint? If you’ve been following the news or social media for any length of time, the answer is probably yes.  It’s impossible to avoid the talk on climate change, greenhouse gases, and sustainability – and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The more people are aware of it and educated on it, …

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How Did COVID-19 Impact Wind Energy?

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The pre-pandemic wind energy market was booming. In 2019, the sector saw its second-largest expansion since 2015, adding 57.4 gigawatts of capacity. Like virtually every other industry, though, wind power experienced a sudden onslaught of disruption from COVID-19. Now, many sectors are starting to recover, and there seems to be an end to the pandemic in sight. While COVID-19 caused …

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Clean Energy Now Employs 3 Million Americans

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  Clean energy sees first recorded drop in overall jobs, yet policies hold promise for unparalleled growth in years ahead Sector recovered 300,000 jobs since unemployment peaked in Q2 Clean vehicles and wind energy finish year in the positive, despite early losses WASHINGTON, DC (April 19, 2021) – Clean energy jobs surged nearly 11 percent in the second half of 2020 …

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Waga Energy to deploy its break-through landfill renewable natural gas technology in Quebec

QUEBEC, April 13, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ – Waga Energy, the European leader in landfill gas-to- renewable natural gas (RNG) technology, has been enlisted by The Mauricie Residual Materials Management Board (RGMRM) to deploy its innovative gas upgrading solution at the Saint-Étienne-des-Grès landfill, in Quebec. The green gas produced will be purchased by Énergir, the largest gas distribution company in the …

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What Can You Do To Slow Global Warming?

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As people live their day-to-day lives, it is sometimes hard for them to understand how it might be possible for them to help prevent global warming. It is difficult to comprehend how one person might have any effect on the outcome of global warming. When faced with such a huge issue, many people decide there is really nothing they can do. They …

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PRESIDENT BIDEN’S AMERICAN JOBS PLAN WILL HELP TRANSFORM THE ENERGY SECTOR AND KICK START OUR ECONOMY INTO HIGH GEAR

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Transforming the Nation’s Electrical Grid Will Put Money Back into Consumer Pocketbooks, Boost the Economy and Reduce Harmful Emissions Washington, D.C. — Earlier this week, President Biden announced his American Jobs Plan, a sweeping $2 trillion infrastructure and jobs package that would reshape the American economy by making the biggest investment in our nation’s systems in decades.  In response, Consumer …

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How Did Solar Become the Cheapest Energy?

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The solar power industry hit a remarkable achievement in 2020. According to the International Energy Agency (IAE), solar photovoltaics are now the cheapest way to produce energy in most countries. Solar energy prices have been falling since the technology’s inception, but this is a substantial accomplishment. Ten years ago, solar was the most expensive energy option, but its cost has …

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