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The Climate Economy Is About to Explode
A new report suggests that the Inflation Reduction Act could be even bigger than Congress thinks.
ARE Events
Solar Fest 2022
The Alliance for Renewable Energy is partnering with the University of Wyoming Sustainability Coalition for the 2022 Solar Fest on October 8th from 11:30-2:00 p.m. located at Simpson’s Plaza. Come join us for live music powered by solar energy! Other partners include The Big Event and Associated Students of the Read more…
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Laramie Solar Tour showcases renewable energy potential
The Alliance for Renewable Energy of Laramie (ARE) led the Second Annual Laramie Solar Tour on Saturday, Oct. 1st, to educate Laramie citizens on the power and potential of solar energy. “Our goal with the Solar Tour is really to educate members of the public and inspire them to do Read more…
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2022 Laramie Solar Tour
Next Saturday, October 1st the Alliance for Renewable Energy (ARE) will be hosting the second annual Laramie Solar Tour – an event aimed at educating and inspiring members of the community as we reach for our full solar energy potential. There are several options for participating in the Solar Tour Read more…
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Switching the whole world to renewable energy could pay for itself in just six years, study says
If the world wants to avoid some of the most serious ramifications of the climate crisis, countries will need to start shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy quickly. The problem is that building all that new infrastructure is expensive – costing the world trillions of dollars to install solar panels, wind turbines, batteries and other renewable Read more…
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Inflation Reduction Act: Solar Energy and Energy Storage Provisions Summary
On August 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law by President Biden after passing both chambers of Congress. This summary reflects what is in the final draft of this legislation.
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Renewable Energy is Absolutely Crushing Fossil Fuels in 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act recently passed by Congress adds significant long-term certainty for electric utilities and power generators eager to transition to cleaner power sources, but the effects won’t be felt for a few years. That doesn’t mean industry is waiting around in the meantime.
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In a Twist, Old Coal Plants Help Deliver Renewable Power. Here’s How.
The sites, once a source of greenhouse gases, have a useful feature: They’re wired to the electricity grid. For new ventures like solar farms, that can save a lot of time and money. Give this article By Elena Shao July 15, 2022 Across the country, aging and defunct coal-burning power plants Read more…
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WYDOT announces strategy for National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funding
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Wyoming will soon receive National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) formula funds to use to facilitate electric vehicle infrastructure development, especially charging stations, around the state. The funding is part of the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), signed Read more…
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State of Charge 2022 EV Conference and La Vida Volta EV Expo
This immersive, 2-day EV experience, hosted by Ohm on the Range, will include an educational EV conversion conference, “State of Charge”, and EV Expo and Exhibition, “La Vida Volta”. The conference, held on Friday, August 12 from 8:15am – 6:15pm at the Origin Hotel Red Rocks will feature “Behind-the-Build” sessions, Read more…