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DCPSC Reports a Significant Growth in Renewable Energy Generator Applications

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Monday, May 4, 2020
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The RPS Report highlights an increase in the number of solar energy generator applications.

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  • The RPS Report highlights an increase in the number of solar energy generator applications.
  • The increase of applications reflects the Districts aggressive Climate Change and Energy Action Plans as well as solar programs and resources available to District residents and businesses.
  • Our mission is fully aligned with achieving the Districts public climate commitments, including 100% renewable energy in 2032.
  • The report also includes the number of renewable energy credits retired by the electricity suppliers to meet the RPS requirements.

In time for Earth Day, Starion Energy Launches the "local" New England Green Power Energy Plan for Connecticut and Massachusetts Electricity Consumers

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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MIDDLEBURY, Conn., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Starion Energy's New England Green Power Plan offers 100% renewable energy to New England, including Massachusetts and Connecticut, with wind power, solar power, and small hydropower sources generated in New England.

Key Points: 
  • MIDDLEBURY, Conn., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Starion Energy's New England Green Power Plan offers 100% renewable energy to New England, including Massachusetts and Connecticut, with wind power, solar power, and small hydropower sources generated in New England.
  • Committed to New England communities, Starion Energy is dedicated to selecting renewable energy from local sources like small hydropower from New England, run-of-the-river facilities in Connecticut, and select wind and solar power from Massachusetts.
  • Starion Energy will purchase New England based Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) on behalf of the customer to offset 100% of the electricity they use.
  • As Earth Day draws closer, Starion Energy is committed to creating a better, cleaner world through renewable energy sources.

MC Squared Energy Services Participates in the Launch of the First ABP Community Solar Project in Illinois as Subscription Manager

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
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mc2 partnered with the solar developer, Rainy Solar, whos site was selected in the Illinois ABP lottery administered by the Illinois Power Agency.

Key Points: 
  • mc2 partnered with the solar developer, Rainy Solar, whos site was selected in the Illinois ABP lottery administered by the Illinois Power Agency.
  • Under the ABP program, Rainy Solar sells its environmental attributes via Renewable Energy Credit (RECs) to meet the states clean energy goals under FEJA.
  • mc2 serves as the official subscription manager for Rainy Solar, bringing subscribers, both commercial and residential, to the project.
  • About MC Squared Energy Services, LLC
    Established in 2008, MC Squared Energy Services, LLC (mc2) is a certified, retail electric-service provider headquartered in Chicago.

Princeton Day School Addresses Environmental Stewardship with ENGIE Agreement

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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Princeton Day School will receive Green-e Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) equal to 100% of the school's electricity usage over the term of the contract.

Key Points: 
  • Princeton Day School will receive Green-e Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) equal to 100% of the school's electricity usage over the term of the contract.
  • "Our goal is to nurture a culture of environmental stewardship by working simultaneously in the areas of facilities, behavior, and curriculum.
  • "We are proud to work with Princeton Day School on their sustainable development goals while at the same time providing increased LEED recognition for the campus," said Brad McIntyre, Senior Business Development Manager for ENGIE.
  • ENGIE Resources is a subsidiary of ENGIE North America Inc. and part of the international energy group ENGIE.

Kiwi Energy's Contribution to the Production of Wind Energy

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Thursday, July 11, 2019
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NEW YORK, July 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiwi Energy, a leading energy retailer offering environmentally conscious energy solutions to residents in Ohio and New York, is contributing to a robust global wind energy industry by offering an innovative electricity plan (Kiwi Clean + Wind REC) that matches 100% electricity with Green-e Energy Certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) sourced from national wind, which Kiwi Energy purchases to ensure that the environmental impact of a customer's energy usage is mitigated.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiwi Energy, a leading energy retailer offering environmentally conscious energy solutions to residents in Ohio and New York, is contributing to a robust global wind energy industry by offering an innovative electricity plan (Kiwi Clean + Wind REC) that matches 100% electricity with Green-e Energy Certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) sourced from national wind, which Kiwi Energy purchases to ensure that the environmental impact of a customer's energy usage is mitigated.
  • Given the environmental benefits associated with the production of wind energy, these findings and developments offer quite promising news.
  • In deregulated energy states, people have the option to support wind energy by choosing a supplier who purchases renewable energy certificates (RECs) sourced from wind, such as Kiwi Energy.
  • Visit kiwienergy.us to learn more about Kiwi Energy, or click here to sign up for Kiwi Clean + Wind REC.

Xcel Energy on Path to Achieve Carbon Vision

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019
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Were realizing significant progress in the clean energy transition and empowering those who want to save energy and purchase 100% renewable electricity.

Key Points: 
  • Were realizing significant progress in the clean energy transition and empowering those who want to save energy and purchase 100% renewable electricity.
  • Xcel Energy also provides voluntary options for customers who want to reduce energy usage and go beyond renewables in the companys standard energy mix.
  • Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) provides the energy that powers millions of homes and businesses across eight Western and Midwestern states.
  • *Includes Xcel Energy renewable choice programs where Xcel Energy owns the Renewable Energy Credits, as well as programs where participating customers own the RECs.

FirstEnergy Ohio Utilities Launch Request for Proposal for 2018 Solar and Renewable Energy Credits

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018
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AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) to purchase both Ohio-compliant Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) and Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) for its Ohio utilities Ohio Edison, Cleveland Electric Illuminating and Toledo Edison.

Key Points: 
  • AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) to purchase both Ohio-compliant Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) and Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) for its Ohio utilities Ohio Edison, Cleveland Electric Illuminating and Toledo Edison.
  • The purchases will help meet the utilities' 2018 renewable energy targets established under Ohio's alternative energy law.
  • One REC represents the environmental attributes of one megawatt hour of generation from a PUCO-qualified renewable generating facility.
  • The FirstEnergy Ohio utilities have established a website to provide bidders with a central source of documents, data and other information for the RFP process.

Georgia Power and United Renewable Energy™ Expand Community Solar Program

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Wednesday, September 12, 2018
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COMER, Ga., Sept. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- United Renewable Energy (URE) is proud to announce the completion of a 2-Megawatt AC solar facility as the first installment of Georgia Power's Community Solar program.

Key Points: 
  • COMER, Ga., Sept. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- United Renewable Energy (URE) is proud to announce the completion of a 2-Megawatt AC solar facility as the first installment of Georgia Power's Community Solar program.
  • This project is a win for all Georgia Power residential customers, as they are now able to source a portion of their energy use from a local, clean, renewable resource by participating in Georgia Power's Community Solar Program.
  • The associated renewable energy credits (RECs) are retired on behalf of Georgia Power's Community Solar Program participants.
  • This project is part of Georgia Power's commitment to expand their Community Solar Program resources across the State.

ENGIE Resources Reaches Renewable Energy Credit Milestone: One Million Passenger Vehicle Emissions Displaced

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Tuesday, July 31, 2018
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HOUSTON, July 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --ENGIE Resources announced today that it has now supplied enough Green-e certified renewable energy certificates (RECs) to displace the estimated greenhouse gas emissions of more than 1 million passenger vehicles driven for a year.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, July 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --ENGIE Resources announced today that it has now supplied enough Green-e certified renewable energy certificates (RECs) to displace the estimated greenhouse gas emissions of more than 1 million passenger vehicles driven for a year.
  • A REC is created when one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity is generated and delivered to the electricity grid from a renewable energy resource.
  • RECs encourage the development of domestic sources of renewable energy while giving customers a low-risk opportunity to strengthen environmentally responsible brands.
  • ENGIE Resources is a subsidiary of ENGIE North America and part of the international energy group ENGIE.