These stories appearing in the print edition only... subscribe today! Cover Story Who Will Build CREZ Lines, And When? Some stakeholders in Texas' energy market may seek to amend the system that will build CREZ transmission. Project Profile SMUD Enhances Portfolio With More Solano Wind With the second phase of its 102 MW Solano Wind Project completed, the Sacramento Municipal Utility District is eyeing an additional 128 MW for the facility. Spotlight Developers Still Trying To Connect In California California's utilities may be able to contract enough renewable generation to fulfill a 2010 mandate, but it is unlikely they will deliver that power on time. Industry At Large RGGI Poised For First Auction Of Allowances Six East Coast states will participate in an allowance auction this month to encourage price discovery and understanding of new market processes. Acquisition Of Property Rights For Wind Projects Developers must carefully structure property rights agreements for a project and perform extensive due diligence to verify those rights as well as the condition of the property. WGA Takes Zonal Approach In The West Participants in the WGA's new zone process believe distinctions of the program from Texas CREZs will fast-track transmission development. IRS Reinterpretation Will Benefit Utilities' RE Investments The redefinition of U.S. Internal Revenue code will allow utilities to own up to 99% of a wind farm, consume all the project's electricity and receive 99% of the tax credits. WindPAC Supports AWEA Legislative Efforts WindPAC accepts contributions from AWEA members and distributes those funds to help elect candidates who support the wind energy industry's interests. Marketplace Project Quality Assurance At The Micro-Level Fastener malfunctions can negatively influence project performance in the long term if quality control standards do not govern their installation and maintenance. Financial Risk Transfer Models For Wind Power A growing need for clean electricity has placed a demand on the insurance market to deliver risk management for the creative financial structures supporting wind farms. | 
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