DOD Joins Duke Energy's Green Source Advantage Program

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Slice of Energy Team
June 26, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • 135 MW renewable energy for DOD installations in NC and SC.

  • 4.8 million MWh delivered over 15 years from new solar facilities.

  • Supports Executive Order 14057 for federal sustainability goals.

  • Duke Energy's GSA program enables large nonresidential customers to secure renewable energy.

  • Operational by Q4 2026, developed by energyRe.

Source (PR Newswire)

Notable Quotes:

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"This project is a great opportunity to assist our military departments and our warfighters in their decarbonization goals and is paramount to reaching our initial goals of Executive Order 14057."

Col. Jennifer Neris, Director of Carbon Pollution-Free Electricity at Defense Logistics Agency
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"Duke Energy continues to expand its scope of customer options and programs built with critical stakeholder feedback to enable these customers and prospective customers to meet their sustainability goals."

Meghan Dewey, Vice President of Products and Services at Duke Energy

Our Take:

The collaboration between the DOD and Duke Energy marks a significant step in advancing federal sustainability initiatives. By leveraging Duke Energy's Green Source Advantage program, the DOD is setting a precedent for large-scale renewable energy adoption within federal agencies. This partnership not only aligns with Executive Order 14057's ambitious goals but also demonstrates the potential for public-private collaborations to drive substantial progress in the clean energy transition. With operational targets set for 2026, the anticipated impact of 135 MW of renewable energy across key military installations highlights a committed approach to reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy resilience.