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REMA News
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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