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Rural Utilities Receive $11 Billion Funding for Renewable Energy and Carbon Capture Initiatives

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has recently announced a substantial $11 billion funding initiative aimed at supporting rural utilities in their efforts to build renewables and implement carbon capture technologies. This significant investment opens up new opportunities for rural communities to embrace sustainable energy sources while minimizing their carbon footprint. In this article, …

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Maximizing the Benefits of Net Metering for Commercial Solar Systems

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Net metering has emerged as a valuable tool for companies seeking to reduce their energy costs while embracing sustainable practices. By allowing commercial solar system owners to receive credits for the surplus electricity they generate, net metering enables them to offset their energy consumption and spin the utility meter backward. With net metering, companies can …

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$150 Billion in Funding and 46 New Clean Power Manufacturing Facilities Announced Since Inflation Reduction Act, says American Clean Power Association

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The American Clean Power Association recently announced a massive increase in clean power manufacturing facilities since the Inflation Reduction Act was passed. The act provided funding of $150 billion which has been used to establish 46 new manufacturing facilities across the United States. This has resulted in a significant increase in the production of clean …

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The Importance of ESG Reporting

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ESG reporting, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, is important for all businesses and organizations to promote responsible and conscientious practices. ESG reporting refers to the disclosure of a company’s impact on the environment, society, and its corporate governance practices. This type of reporting is increasingly being recognized as an essential element of corporate …

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The Role of Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) in Promoting Renewable Energy

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As we move towards a sustainable future, the role of Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) in promoting renewable energy has become increasingly important. CCAs are local entities that purchase power on behalf of customers in their community, with the aim of providing cleaner and cheaper energy options. In this article, we will explore the role of …

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5 Ways to Invest in Sustainability this Earth Day

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Earth Day is a day to celebrate our planet and take action to ensure its sustainability. This year’s theme is “Invest in Our Planet,” and as a renewable energy development and financing company, EnergyLink is dedicated to helping companies and organizations do just that. Here are 5 ways your organization can invest in sustainability this …

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Impact Investing into Energy Storage Provides Inflation-Proof Investment

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Investors are starting to shift their focus to impact investing– a way to invest in companies, organizations, and funds that have a positive environmental or social impact while also earning financial returns. Investing in energy storage solutions is a promising area of impact investing, which has gained momentum in recent years. Energy storage systems provide …

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Solar Demand Increasing in Puerto Rico

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In recent years, solar demand continues to grow as renewable energy presents a popular alternative to traditional energy sources in many parts of the world, including Puerto Rico. With this in mind, The island’s reliance on imported fossil fuels and a history of energy crises has made it a prime candidate for the expansion of …

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How EnergyLink Became a Leading Renewable EPC Firm in the C&I Middle Market: Our History

Our History: How EnergyLink Became a Leading Renewable EPC Firm in the C&I Middle Market

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EnergyLink went through multiple evolutionary changes since its founding in 2010 to set it on its course to becoming a leading Energy Service Company (ESCO) in the commercial and industrial middle market. Our history and major milestones in the company’s growth are outlined below. Our History: Where Everything Started Christopher Ihler and Scott Schnelle founded …

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Long-term Outlook on the Inflation Reduction Act: What Renewable Energy Incentives Can be Utilized?

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The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law as a measure to reduce inflation in the United States. One of the key provisions of the law was the extension of tax credits for renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and geothermal power. This move was widely praised by advocates for renewable energy, who see …

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