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Geothermal, wind get one-year reprieve in fiscal cliff deal
Wind and geothermal benefit the most from the one-year extension of the production tax credit as part of the last-minute fiscal cliff decision by Congress.
| Many wind projects are planning to come on line before the end of 2012, in advance of the possible expiration of a federal incentive, the wind production tax credit (PTC). It appears that wind developers are pushing to complete projects in 2012 to … | |
| Innovators with novel ideas to reduce the cost of offshore wind energy are invited to get their ideas off the drawing board and into turbines out at sea with the launch of two competitions sponosored by the UK Department of Energy and Climate Change … | |
 | Here's a potentially controversial topic, but fundamentally Swamp Yankee Green: Wind generated electricity almost never recovers its cost. Wind at the velocities required for the durations required exists in even fewer locations than sunny and cold … |
| A new study finds that Colorado and five other western and southwestern states could save $20 billion by 2030 if utilities and residents accelerated the shift toward using energy more efficiently, according to The Denver Post. In homes, this would … | |
| Members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation are hopeful two federal tax credits designed to boost wind energy production will be extended when Congress reconvenes in November — a decision that could affect thousands of wind energy … | |
| The global turbine company Vestas has announced the findings of a new wind power study that shows a strong consumer sentiment in favor of products manufactured with wind energy. The study was commissioned by Vestas so the results are not … | |
| hree years ago, Albert and Dena Sousa spent about $30,000 to install two vertical axis wind turbines at their Spanish Springs home after they were told the technology would cut their power bill in half.The retired couple from California thought the … | |
| Offshore winds off the U.S. Atlantic coast could yield enough clean, renewable electrical power for at least one-third of the entire U.S., or the entire East Coast, from Maine to Florida, according to a Stanford University study released Sept. 14 … | |
| The wind power industry boasts enviable political assets in its fight to preserve a prized tax benefit. Republican and Democratic governors trumpet the benefits of wind energy; industry officials can identify manufacturing jobs at risk in crucial … | |
| The impact of wind farms on birds has been a topic of debate and concern for many people for years. To many, wind turbines are utterly destructive "bird blenders," while others don't buy into that notion, according to Clean Technica. To help address … | |
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The benefits of residential wind power
There is a wide range of options available for those who want to incorporate wind energy into their homes. Turbines large and small, for rural or urban areas, have hit the market, and wrangling wind …Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
When is wind power right for you?
Wind power is a wonderful source for energy, but it's worth investigating whether or not it is viable in your region before making the investment.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Green Home Credits and Rebates
In addition to saving on energy bills, there are many other financial incentives to go green.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Small Wind Electric Systems: A Maryland Consumer's Guide
Small Wind Electric Systems: A Maryland Consumer's Guide provides consumers with information to help them determine whether a small wind electric system can provide all or a portion of the energy …Type: GuideSource: U.S. Department of Energy -
Small Wind Electric Systems: An Oklahoma Consumer's Guide
Small Wind Electric Systems: An Oklahoma Consumer's Guide provides consumers with information to help them determine whether a small wind electric system can provide all or a portion of the energy …Type: GuideSource: U.S. Department of Energy
