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Renewable Energy in the Great Lakes Region What's New | Overview | General Resources | Related Resources Energy: Biomass | Efficiency | Renewable | Wind 
What's New Lake Erie wind developer asks states to take a Leap of faith Recharge News (5/17) The project, Lake Erie Alternative Power (Leap), envisages the placement of 700 turbines in clusters off Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York. Out of sight: Floating turbine technology could put offshore wind farms in middle of Great Lakes The Muskegon Chronicle (4/20) Two Michigan universities have joined forces with a Seattle-based design company to pursue offshore wind technology that could be a “game-changer” on the Great Lakes. Environmentalists worry that proposed Lake Ontario wind farm threatens wildlife Great Lakes Echo (4/11) A proposal to build a wind farm on the Canadian shore of Lake Ontario has created an uproar among people worried about birds and wildlife. COMMENTARY: Buoy collecting wind data is worth supporting Detroit Free Press (4/8) A lot of people with interests in energy, the environment, and the economy will want the knowledge that Grand Valley State University's offshore buoy is collecting on Lake Michigan. EDITORIAL: Wisconsin is open for wind business Wisconsin State Journal (4/4) New siting rules for turbines mean Wisconsin will stay open for wind energy business. Buoy that could determine viability of offshore wind farm to head back out to Lake Michigan Michigan Radio (4/3) State regulators and researchers head out to survey the bottom of Lake Michigan to make sure there are no historic artifacts in the way when a floating research platform drops anchor there later this week.
Overview Renewable energy is derived from resources that are generally not depletable, such as the sun, wind and water movement. These sources of natural energy can be converted into usable energy in several ways, including a number of relatively mature technologies such as hydropower, biomass and waste combustion. Renewable energy may substitute for oil use and conventional electricity production, and may curb greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and other waste generation from energy use. It supplies about 8% of national energy demand. Renewable energy equipment is increasingly recognized as a "critical" pollution-prevention technology. Reference: Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology
General Resources Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) The center helps communities design and implement innovative strategies, including energy programs, that enhance the local economy, environment and quality of life. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) EREN is the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's premier resource for information on renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Oak Ridge National Laboratory This multidisciplinary research and development program promotes the development and deployment of sustainable energy technologies. Energy Federation Incorporated EFI strives to assist people and organizations in their efforts to use energy and water efficiently. Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association (GLREA) The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that educates, advocates, promotes, and publicly demonstrates renewable energy technologies in the Great Lakes bioregion. Great Lakes Wind Collaborative The Great Lakes Wind Collaborative (GLWC) is a group established to build consensus and identify and address issues affecting the planning, development, and operation of wind power facilities in the Great Lakes region. Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) Energy and Regulatory Matters Information Service MREA is a network for sharing ideas, resources, and information with individuals, businesses, and communities to promote a sustainable future through renewable energy and energy efficiency. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) NREL is the nation's leading laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research. RENEW Wisconin Promotes clean energy strategies for powering Wisconsin's economy in an environmentally responsible manner. Renewable Energy and Sustainable Energy Systems in Canada Independent Power Producers' Society of Ontario The society provides information to help people produce and/or use energy in the most intelligent and environmentally friendly ways possible. Renewable Energy Policy Project (REPP) Formerly known as the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST), REPP's goal is to accelerate the use of renewable energy by providing credible information, insightful policy analysis, and innovative strategies amid changing energy markets and mounting environmental needs. Sustainable Energy for Economic Development Four organizations: Clean Water Fund, Minnesotans for an Energy-Efficient Economy, The Minnesota Project and the Sustainable Resources Center, have joined forces to work with farmers, rural leaders and organizations, and energy advocates to build a stronger base of support for renewable energy development in Minnesota. The Source for Renewable Energy This site provides a global database of renewable energy-related businesses.
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