TOP 10 U.S. RENEWABLE POWER COMPANIES OF 2022

2022 marked a significant milestone for renewable wind generation in North America. New wind capacity reached 14.7GW (gigawatts) from 93 projects, an increase from 2021 of 12GW from 54 projects. Looking to 2024, winds of opportunity show 55GW from a...

In the United States, the adoption of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology continues to rise, following recent market investment from the Inflation Reduction Act. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reveals that in 2022, approximately 10.9 GW (gigawatts) of new solar PV...

The energy landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by the urgent need to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, while also managing an increase in demand associated with the region’s population growth. In this dynamic context, integrated resource plans...

In an era where electricity demands continue to escalate, the importance of a reliable and efficient electrical grid cannot be overstated. Transmission lines form the backbone of the power grid, crucial for transmission and distribution of electricity from power generation...

The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the imperative to mitigate climate change and transition to a more sustainable future. As the world shifts towards cleaner and renewable energy sources, private equity companies are presented with...

Last year’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) included several adders of particular interest for renewable energy developers. The Energy Community Tax Credit Bonus increases the investment tax credit an extra 10% for projects that began operating after Dec. 31, 2022, and...

It’s that time of year when generator and transmission outages are at their peak in PJM. The first half of April has not disappointed volatility-wise as the WHUB/NIHUB spread has set new 30-day highs largely driven by congestion. Figure 1:...

Power purchase agreements (PPAs) are an essential tool for traditional and renewable developers and buyers. A PPA is a contractual agreement between a generator and a buyer that outlines the purchase of electricity or ancillary services for a set time...

Performance credit mechanism In a decision that could reshape Texas’ power market, The Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) voted Jan. 17 to adopt the performance credit mechanism (PCM) market design, a strategy developed by consultant E3 in partnership with...