How this up-and-coming leader is improving energy equity in Illinois
Do you believe in Energy Equity? How about Solar for All or Future Energy Jobs?
These are just some of the initiatives driving Lavannya Pulluveetil Barrera, a recent grad with a degree in Environmental Sustainability and Sciences.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
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U.S. Department of Energy Announces $33 Million for Small Business Research and Development Grants
Small businesses are a key component to growth in the U.S. economy. The Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs “were created by Congress to leverage small businesses to advance innovation at federal agencies.” Through these programs, 149 small businesses will be awarded grants by the U.S. Department of Energy for Phase I research and development.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional Information: https://www.energy.gov/articles/us-department-energy-announces-33-million-small-business-research-and-development-grants
A Clean Energy Revolution Is Rising in the Midwest
Major utilities envision reducing carbon emissions and using clean energy to facilitate those plans. The Midwest has stepped up to the plate promoting the shift to renewable energy. Low costs of wind power and growing use of solar are propelling Midwest utility executives to take charge in the climate change battle. Xcel, Consumers, and NIPSCO have proposed several plans to embrace renewable resources. Howard Learner, President and Executive Director of the Environmental Law & Policy Center says “utilities are beginning to make decisions based on the market of the future rather than that of the past” and “It’s a matter of environmental value and economic justification.”
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional Information: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/02012019/renewable-energy-tipping-point-midwest-2018-year-review-utilities-wind-solar-xcel-100-percent
Forbes’ 2018 Year-End Energy Quiz
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Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional Information: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesconca/2018/12/31/the-2018-year-end-energy-quiz/#24f265669096
Developer seeks city approval to replace Crawford power plant in Little Village with massive distribution center
Chicago’s Little Village is home to a retired coal-fired power plant. Future use of the space is being planned by Hilco Redevelopment Partners with the approval of the City Council. Hilco plans to convert it into a distribution center and they believe the jobs created would benefit the city.
Some are wary of this renovation as the plant “was designed by noted architecture firm Graham, Anderson, Probst & White and opened in the 1920s”. Although the building needs to be demolished, they hope to repurpose various pieces. Added advantages are Hilco plans to use a power infrastructure to support electric vehicles and other renewable energy sources such as solar panels.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional Information: https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/columnists/ori/ct-biz-crawford-station-warehouse-ryan-ori-20180912-story.html
Energy registry aims to standardize utility data for cities, counties
One approach to aiding local governments with incorporating energy and climate goals is to build a system that will track utility data and their energy progress. The hope is utilities will share data to compare from community to community. This is seen as an important tool to reduce greenhouse gases and plan for renewable energy. Several states have been gathering data over the years and projects are being funded by the US Department of Energy. Categories of importance are energy, water, travel, waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional Information: https://energynews.us/2018/01/23/midwest/energy-registry-aims-to-standardize-utility-data-for-cities-counties/
Tesla Solar Roof production to ramp up
Orders have been placed for Tesla’s Solar Roof since May 2017. Appearing as a traditional roof, the glass tiles will generate electricity with embedded solar cells. Ensuring an inexpensive product that will last 30 years and have an efficient installation process requires considerable engineering. Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk is hoping to put these on the map and begin fulfilling orders next year.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
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https://www.cnet.com/news/tesla-solar-roof-production-to-ramp-up-in-2019-says-elon-musk/
Experts: Clock is ticking to cut back greenhouse gas emissions
According to reports, we only have a short time to cut back on greenhouse gases to limit climate change. By the end of this century, temperatures are expected to rise so high that consequences would be severe. Many solutions are available such as using renewable energy, limiting carbon pollution, investing in efficient energy technologies, and more. Sustainability needs to be widespread to have a positive impact on climate related issues.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional information:
https://energynews.us/2018/02/13/midwest/experts-clock-is-ticking-to-cut-back-greenhouse-gas-emissions/
DTE breaks ground on St. Clair Co. power plant
Replacing 3 old coal-fired plants with a more efficient power plant is the option DTE has pushed for. They believe Blue Water Energy Center will be 70% cleaner and 40% more efficient than the combined 3 plants they are retiring. DTE plans to reduce their carbon emissions 80% by 2050 and will continue to invest in their renewable energy efforts including 2 new wind farms. Despite the criticism from environmental groups, DTE believes reliability is of the utmost importance for their customers. The plant will provide that to the state along with continuing employment and stability for families statewide.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional information:
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/2018/08/21/dte-st-clair-county-natural-gas-powered-electric-plant/976303002/
MidAmerican Energy Announces Two New Adair County Wind Farms
MidAmerican Energy Company (MEC) has invested in Adair County, Iowa wind farms in hopes to achieve their vision of 100% renewable energy. The wind turbines will add 550 megawatts of wind generation capacity; enough energy to power 230,000+ average Iowa homes. MEC anticipates this renewable generation will help energize the state’s economy by creating jobs, paying towards taxes, and attracting new businesses to the area.
Realgy Energy Services is a registered Retail Energy Marketer in the states of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. We offer Service Plans that will provide electric and natural gas at wholesale pricing direct to customers without any utility markup. Our Service Plans work with the local utility to provide seamless service and annual energy savings. Service Plans include Guaranteed SavingsTM, ManagedPriceTM, ManagedGreenTM Index, Fixed and PriceAssuranceTM.
Realgy owns and operates 7 solar plants in Illinois and is looking to invest in additional locations.
Additional information:
https://www.midamericanenergy.com/news-article.aspx?story=853