Washington is the clear winner, and Delaware is the clear loser of this list, coming in at first and last, respectively. Here is the complete top 10 list in order, for measuring amount of renewable energy production:

1. Washington
2. California
3. Oregon
4. New York
5. Alabama
6. Georgia
7. Tennessee
8. North Carolina
9. Iowa
10. Florida

Naturally, we were curious about where the Star Energy Partners service territories showed up on this list, and we were not disappointed! While none of them were in the top 10 in production, they still performed pretty well:

• Illinois–16^th
• Pennsylvania–17^th
• Ohio–26^th
• New Jersey–37^th

Fortunately, there is good news for these states that are lower on the list. Ohio, for instance, ranks first in the number of facilities manufacturing wind components and second for solar equipment, as of 2013. What’s more, Ohio ranked in the top 10 when measuring the most improved renewable energy states since 1990 in terms of reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

New Jersey is also an up and coming renewable energy market. The state recently inked a plan to bring offshore wind farms to the Jersey Shore. This will certainly give their score a nice shot in the arm for next time!

Renewable energy is certainly on the rise. Most forms of renewable energy are as cheap as they have ever been. Add to that the Pope’s public advocacy for environmental stewardship and the EPA’s toughened regulations through the Clean Power Plan, and the future of energy is looking bright.

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At Star Energy Partners, we think these findings are exciting because we are green energy advocates and because we offer green energy products to many Ohioans.

Studies by the NRDC and the Organization of PJM States report that mounting evidence shows the emissions reduction goals set out in the Clean Power Plan are achievable in Ohio, especially with renewable energy. Analysis from the NRDC found that the average household in Ohio might actually enjoy cheaper energy bills by allowing the state to cut emissions through existing energy efficiency and renewable energy policies.

Also, according to PJM, Ohio will be able to thrive under the Clean Power Plan, so long as they coordinate with bordering states and fully embrace renewable energy as Ohio’s energy future.

What is Clean Power Plan?

The Clean Power Plan is a plan to cut carbon pollution from power plants. States, cities, and businesses around the United States, including Ohio, are taking action through this plan to address climate change risks. The Clean Power Plan advocates for the creation of an affordable, reliable energy system that will cut pollution and protect the health of our environment and future generations. In doing so, the Clean Power Plan promotes the renewable energy market.

The Clean Power Plan has been active since November 13^th, 2014.

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