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REMA News
REMA Elects New 2012 Officers and Expands Executive Committee
The addition of a second Vice President reflects REMA's increasing scope of renewable energy activity
January 11, 2012
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REMA Offers Support, Voluntary Market Recommendations on Bingaman CES
Renewable energy trade association commends Senator Bingaman for role in recent Clean Energy Standard analysis
December 1, 2011
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Companies Commit to Buy Renewable Energy Through 2017
The national 5 Year Renewable Energy Pledge Program recognizes leading companies that have committed to purchase renewable energy for five or more years
November 8, 2011
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EDP Renewables NA Becomes Newest Renewable Energy Markets Association Member Wind developer joins industry association dedicated to growing North American markets for renewable energy
October 27, 2011
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REMA Recommendations Secure Role for Voluntary Green Power in California’s Cap and Trade
The California Air Resources Board has formally adopted REMA-recommended guidelines for incorporating voluntary purchases of renewable energy within the new emissions trading program
October 25, 2011
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REMA Submits Comments on the California Air Resources Board's Voluntary Renewable Energy Set-Aside
REMA made recommendations to clarify the set-aside for voluntary renewable energy in the proposed regulation
August 11, 2011
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REMA Posts Guiding Remarks and Holds Webinar Regarding Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Rulemaking
July 22, 2011
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REMA Webinar to Explore Potential Clean Energy Standard, Voluntary Market Interaction
Free registration now open for the webinar on June 2 at 2 PM ET
May 20, 2011
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REMA Comments on the Senate Energy and Natural Resource Committee's Clean Energy Standard White Paper
The response to the Senate Committee's energy proposal outlines the role and interaction of the voluntary renewable energy market in a Clean Energy Standard
April 11, 2011
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REMA Supportive Statement on Revised Washington State Legislation SHB 1712 Concerning the Treatment and Definition of Null Power
The letter expresses support for the improved bill text that prevents the double counting of RECs and improves energy purchase information for consumers
March 23, 2011
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REMA Comments on Washington State Legislation HB 1712 and SB 5431 Concerning the Treatment and Definition of Null Power
The comments address two pending bills and their potential impact on the voluntary and compliance renewable energy markets
February 25, 2011
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REMA Member 3Degrees Discusses RECs with the National Association of Environmental, Health and Safety Managers (NAEM)
Steve McDougal, 3Degrees' Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, holds a Question and Answer session with the non-profit professional association
Posted February 3, 2011
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REMA Statement on President Obama’s State of the Union Address
January 26, 2011
Washington, DC – The Renewable Energy Markets Association (REMA) today applauded President Obama’s State of the Union address in its call for a national clean energy standard. In the address, the President called for 80% of the nation’s energy to be met by clean sources by the year 2035.
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REMA Member Austin Energy is Recognized for National Green-e Energy Certification
Austin Energy's GreenChoice program, the largest green-pricing program in the country in 2009, is now Green-e Energy Certified
January 6, 2011
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REMA Submits Comments to the Department of Energy on the Use of RECs in Meeting Federal Building Energy Requirements
December 14, 2010
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REMA Submits Comments to the Federal Trade Commission on Proposed Revisions to the Green Guides
December 10, 2010
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Renewable Energy Certificates: An Effective Tool for Renewable Energy Development
REMA issues statement on recent Bloomberg article
December 9, 2010
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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Renewable Energy Markets Association (REMA) issued a statement in response to a recent Bloomberg Markets Magazine article, “Energy Credits Prove Inflated With Green Claims Seen as Hot Air.” REMA challenges the article’s premise that renewable energy certificates (RECs) do not help support the development of renewable energy in the United States.
REMA Members 3Degrees, Bonneville Environmental Foundation recognized as Non-Utility Green Power Suppliers of the Year
Annual awards given at Renewable Energy Markets Conference identify industry leaders
October 22, 2010
The Renewable Energy Markets Association (REMA) would like to congratulate two of its members, 3Degrees and Bonneville Environmental Foundation, for being recognized as Non-Utility Green Power Suppliers of the Year. The award, presented by the U.S. Department of Energy at the 2010 Renewable Energy Markets Conference, honors exceptional achievement among organizations that supply green power to end use customers. The 2010 conference was held in Portland, Oregon, October 19-22. Read more >>
REMA Applauds Proposed Revisions to the FTC Green Guides
Organization looks forward to working with FTC on developing final update
October 20, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC - The Renewable Energy Markets Association (REMA) applauds the Federal Trade Commission for its proposed revisions to its Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims, also known as the "Green Guides." The Green Guides offer guidance designed to help marketers ensure the environmental claims they are making are accurate, substantiated, and not misleading to consumers. Read More >>
REMA Submits Comments to White House Council on Environmental Quality on Draft Guidance for Federal Greenhouse Gas Reporting and Accounting
September 1, 2010
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REMA Submits Testimony to New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board
September 1, 2010
The following testimony was submitted to the New Mexico EIB in preparation for an upcoming hearing on New Mexico's proposed greenhouse gas cap and trade regulation. Read Comments >>
How Renewable Energy Certificates Help Companies Meet Environmental Goals
By Kyle Gibeault, Published in ClimateBiz
June 30, 2010
"Across the United States, more and more businesses and individuals are choosing renewable energy. At the end of 2008, the last year for which data is available, the voluntary renewable energy market represented more than half of total new renewable energy demand in the U.S. This market accounted for roughly 24 billion kilowatt-hours -- enough electricity to power more than two million homes for a year..."
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REMA Launches Voluntary Renewable Energy Coalition (VREC)
New Coalition for Supporters of Renewable Energy Kicks Off with 50 Founding Members
May 26, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC- Today marked the official launch of the Voluntary Renewable Energy Coalition (VREC), a grassroots coalition of organizations that share a common belief in the importance of the voluntary renewable energy market. The 50 Founding Members of VREC include companies, nonprofits, school districts, and municipal agencies across the United States.
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Renewable Energy Markets Association Applauds Recognition of Voluntary Purchases of Renewable Energy in American Power Act
May 12, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC- The Renewable Energy Markets Association (REMA) applauds Senators Kerry and Lieberman for their leadership in addressing climate change through the American Power Act. Domestic production of renewable energy can create jobs, strengthen America's energy independence, safeguard our national security, and restore America's global economic leadership for decades to come, and this legislation demonstrates an honorable effort to address these important issues while also mitigating the harmful effects of climate change.
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Are voluntary renewable energy purchases in danger of withering on the vine?
April 26, 2010
by Rob Harmon, Editor, Sustainable Business Oregon
We’ve all heard pieces and parts of the story — supporting renewable energy is the right thing to do for the long-term future, for our kids, for the environment, and for national security. But, developing renewable energy is also the right thing to do right now — for the immediate future of Oregon. And supporting federal legislation that keeps this market humming along is also the right thing to do right now. In Oregon, and across the country, people have been supporting a lot of renewable energy lately. Read the article >>
Big Changes for REMA in 2010: New Website, Slightly Different Name
March 29, 2010
By Kyle Gibeault, General Manager
Welcome to the new REMA website! We redesigned and restructured the site to make it easier for visitors to learn about REMA and its activities. It's been a busy few months in 2010. REMA kicked off the year with a new name. In December, REMA members voted to change what used to be known as the Renewable Energy Marketers Association to the Renewable Energy Markets Association. The difference is only two letters but it's a noteworthy change nevertheless.
The REMA Board of Directors also recently elected its 2010 Officers. More information on the election can be found in the news section of the site. Take a look around. We hope you like the new look for the organization!
Recently Filed Comments on Behalf of REMA
REMA frequently provides public comments to regulatory agencies and legislative bodies on key issues facing the voluntary renewable energy market. By reaching out to decision makers at the state, regional, and federal levels, REMA ensures that the voice of the voluntary market is heard in important policy discussions. Below are comments REMA has filed recently in 2010:
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REMA Elects New Officers
In February, the REMA Board of Directors elected its 2010 Officers. They are:
President – Jay Carlis, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Community Energy
Vice-President – Nate Hanson, Vice President, NextEra Energy
Treasurer – Justin Segall, Vice President of Resource Development, Renewable Choice Energy
Secretary - Karl Rabago, Vice President of Distributed Energy Services, Austin Energy
The President and Vice-President each serve a one-year term. The Treasurer and Secretary positions are each for two-year terms.
“I am pleased to assume the presidency of REMA,” said Mr. Carlis. “REMA has already made great strides in creating a unified voice for voluntary renewable energy customers and working to preserve their environmental impact in policy discussions at the federal, state and regional levels. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the industry to broaden the scope of REMA’s activities and continue advocating for our customers in Washington DC and beyond.”
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