Category Archives: Press Releases

The American Council On Renewable Energy Praises Google’s 100% Renewable Energy Achievement

Google Purchases Enough Renewable Energy To Match Its Global Operations in 2017   For Immediate Release – December 6, 2016 Washington, D.C.—The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) applauds Google on today’s announcement that the company will reach its goal of powering its global operations – including data centers and offices – with 100% renewable…

The American Council On Renewable Energy Announces New Members to its Board of Directors

Senior executives from energy, finance sectors to assume leadership role at renewables organization   For Immediate Release – November 15, 2016 Washington, D.C. — The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) announced the election of five new members to its Board of Directors. The newly elected members include major players from the financial, renewable energy industries,…

ACORE Statement On The Presidential Election Results

Statement of Gregory Wetstone, President & CEO, American Council On Renewable Energy   For Immediate Release – November 9, 2016 Washington, D.C. – “The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) stands ready to work with the Trump Administration and Congress to keep America’s renewable energy industry strong.  With hundreds of thousands of American jobs, and U.S.…

Western finance, renewable leaders convene urgent energy discussion

New research on storage, PPAs released as Paris Agreement to enter into force.   For Immediate Release – November 1, 2016 San Francisco, CA – Today leaders on renewable energy, including investors and corporate consumers, gathered at ACORE Finance West in San Francisco to help accelerate policies and investments that boost renewable energy in the Western…

Media Advisory: ACORE Finance West 2016

MEDIA ADVISORY  October 10, 2016 ACORE Finance West Media Contact: Anna Hahnemann, ACORE hahnemann@acore.org; (202) 777-7548 Western U.S. Market for Renewables in Focus at ACORE FInance West Financiers, CEOs & corporate purchasers to confront key issues facing sector   San Francisco, CA – On November 1, 2016, major renewable energy investors, developers and purchasers will gather…

The American Council On Renewable Energy Commemorates the Life and Work of Lt. Col. William C. Holmberg

For Immediate Release – September 9, 2016 Washington, D.C. – It is with deep sadness that the American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) observes the passing of retired Marine Lt. Col. William “Bill” Holmberg. He was 88. Holmberg was a longtime friend and co-founder of ACORE and a steadfast champion for the renewable energy industry. At various times…

The American Council On Renewable Energy Commends New York State for its 50% Renewable Portfolio Standard Increase

State Public Service Commission approves measure to procure half of New York’s power from renewable energy resources by 2030.   For Immediate Release – August 2, 2016 Washington, D.C. – The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) applauds the state of New York and the New York Public Service Commission (PSC) for its just-approved energy policy to procure…

ACORE Releases Industry Insights on Corporate Renewable Energy Procurement

Authored by industry leaders, the report offers insights to simplify corporate renewable procurement processes and provide realistic options for players across the economy.   For Immediate Release – June 30, 2016 Washington, D.C. – The American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) released a new resource for companies interested in procuring renewable energy in the United States.…

The American Council On Renewable Energy Announces New Members To Its Board Of Directors

For Immediate Release – June 28, 2016 Washington, D.C. – The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to announce new members of its 2016 Board of Directors: Susan Nickey, Managing Director, Hannon Armstrong; Jim Spencer, President and CEO, EverPower Wind Holdings, Inc.; Patrick Woodson, Chairman, E.ON North America. “It’s my pleasure to welcome these highly qualified individuals to…

REFF-Wall Street: The Financial and Renewable Energy Industries Combine to Celebrate Growth and Plan for the Future

At the premier renewable energy financing event of the year, Wall Street professionals, policymakers, project developers, and corporate buyers share ideas and deal opportunities for the modern energy industry.   For Immediate Release – June 23, 2016 New York, NY – The 13th annual Renewable Energy Finance Forum-Wall Street (REFF-Wall Street) concluded after two days of in-depth discussion,…