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NREL engineer on the ‘grand challenges’ of supersizing wind power on the grid

Wind power could supply up to half the world’s electricity by 2050 if scientists and engineers can overcome some big challenges.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 18 October 2019
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New Grain Belt Express deal would deliver bulk of wind power to Missouri

The transmission line, originally envisioned as a thruway from Kansas to Indiana, has struggled to gain approval in Missouri and Illinois.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 27 August 2020
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Power from the Prairie aims to link West Coast sun with Midwest wind

A pair of energy consultants are promoting an HVDC interstate transmission-plus-storage project that could complete a link between California and Chicago.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 24 November 2020
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With wind on the horizon, Virginia trade school accelerates training for homegrown workforce

The inaugural class of recruits in Centura College’s first-of-its-kind turbine technician program is learning the tools, terminology and climbing skills that will be essential for maintaining wind farms.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 9 March 2021
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After legal win, Lake Erie offshore wind project backers look to reboot progress

Ohio’s highest court finally approved the permit for LEEDCo’s Icebreaker project, but delays now require major regrouping.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 12 August 2022
Offshore wind

GOP think tank that tried to stop VA offshore wind now says ‘go ahead’

The Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy said canceling America’s biggest offshore wind project under construction, off the Virginia coast, no longer makes economic sense.

By Clare Fieseler . 14 February 2025
Marine transport

Wind power with a high-tech twist could help ships burn less fuel

Commodities giant Cargill is testing a new kind of wind-harnessing device meant to slash fuel use and curb CO2 emissions from the world's cargo ships.

By Maria Gallucci . 21 August 2023
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Wind and solar could meet nearly all Midwest energy needs by 2050, researcher says

As lawmakers debate relatively modest renewable energy standards across the Midwest — or seek to halt them all together — clean energy groups, public officials and California researchers highlighted plans last month for the region to get to 100 percent renewables by 2050.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 2 June 2016
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In New Hampshire, time hasn’t healed rift over wind turbines in wildlife area

A handful of residents filed noise complaints against the project over the summer, though testing showed sounds levels were below state limits.

By Lisa Prevost . 7 December 2020
Clean energy

Take a look inside a lithium-ion battery, solar panel and wind turbine

Recycling clean energy technologies is complicated. These interactive graphics will help you understand why.

By Alison F. Takemura . 16 June 2022