Renewables made up more than 17 percent of net U.S. electricity generation in 2018, with the bulk coming from hydropower (7.0 percent) and wind power (6.6 percent)
Solar generation (including distributed) is projected to climb from 11 percent of total U.S. renewable genreation in 2017 to 48 percent by 2050, making it the fastest-growing electricity source.
Globally, renewables made up 24 percent of electricity generation in 2016, much of it from hydropower (16 percent)
MEA members who currently own or have ordered an electric vehicle can apply to participate in MEA's Level 2 Charger Pilot Program. In exchange for providing charging data to MEA, electric vehicle owners will receive a FREE level two electric vehicle charger. For additional information about the program requirements and to access the program application, visit the Level Two Charger Pilot Program webpage.
MEA is creating a Heat Pump Program that will include member outreach and education in coordination with federal tax credits and rebate programs under development at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation. Heat pumps are known for their energy efficiency because they can provide heating and cooling using a single system, making them more environmentally friendly and cost-effective compared to traditional heating and cooling systems that rely on fossil fuels. While older models did not perform well in cold weather climates, technological improvements have made heat pumps a viable alternative for MEA members, particularly those that heat their homes with heating oil.
