Aspen Environmental Group News
Efforts to Recover Threatened Species: Aspen Biologists Conduct Annual Surveys of Santa Ana Sucker
Surveys are conducted annually to assess the overall population estimate of Santa Ana sucker in the Santa Ana River. This past fall, Aspen biologists volunteered their services to the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District (District) and United States Geological Survey (USGS) with this annual survey.
Offshore Wind Energy Logistics in California: Pier Wind Terminal Development Project is Underway
The State, as part of its AB 525 Port Readiness Plan, has estimated that three to five staging and integration sites and four foundation assembly sites are needed to meet California’s goal to deploy 25 gigawatts (GW) of OSW power by 2045 and support the US in meeting its goal to deploy 110 GW of OSW power by 2050 and 15 GW of floating OSW power by 2035. As part of this effort, Aspen is working with the Port of Long Beach (POLB) on an extremely exciting and timely project – the Pier Wind Terminal Development Project.
How New Energy Technologies are being Developed in California: Aspen Plays Key Role in CEC Grant Program
Do you ever wonder how new technologies are developed? From new battery storage technologies to harnessing new energy sources, energy research and development is a major component in our collective fight against climate change, and Aspen is playing a key role in this process through our work with the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Energy Research and Development Division (ERDD).
Expert Consultation for Gas Utilities: Aspen Provides Expertise in Gas Utility Rate Cases in Illinois
Recently, a group of non-profit public interest organizations, led by the Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC), won three gas utility rate cases before the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Aspen’s Director of Energy Policy and Market Assessment, Catherine Elder, participated in these cases as an expert witness for ELPC.
Offshore Wind Update for the West Coast
In December 2022, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held a lease sale resulting in 5 lessees with winning bids: three in the Morro Bay Wind Energy Area (WEA) and two in the Humboldt WEA. With leases issued in June 2023, the lessees are now required to engage with Tribes, ocean users, and local communities.
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Upcoming Events in February 2024
As the new year unfolds, Aspen Environmental Group is gearing up for an exciting February filled with knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
Aspen’s Cultural Resources Services
The Cultural Resources team at Aspen Environmental Group provides a comprehensive range of services to uncover the rich history of the Western United States.
Construction of New Long-Duration Energy Storage Project Approved by CEC
Earlier this week, based on the CEQA analysis prepared by Aspen Environmental Group, the California Energy Commission approved a $30 million grant to Form Energy, Inc. to construct a new non-lithium long-duration battery demonstration project in Mendocino County.
Pier Wind Terminal Development Project is Underway
Aspen is working with the Port of Long Beach on an extremely exciting project – the Pier Wind Terminal Development Project.
Aspen’s Geospatial Sciences
Aspen’s Geospatial Sciences Department provides the latest technologies to assist our clients, allowing their projects to run more efficiently and accurately.
Oberon Solar Now Commercially Operational
In a press release by Bureau of Land Management, it was announced that Oberon Solar will now be commercially operational.
The Energy Evolution: Battery Storage
Aspen Environmental Group is supporting the planning and permitting of over 2,000 MW of energy storage in California.
Aspen Presents at the U.S. Offshore Wind SEER Webinar
Aspen Experts Present at US Offshore Wind Synthesis of Environmental Effects Research Webinar.
The Energy Evolution: Offshore Wind
Aspen Environmental Group is the leading environmental consultant for renewable energy developers, including offshore wind.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in the Environmental Industry
Aspen's Expanded Drone Fleet Enhances Field Data Collection: Higher Resolution Imagery, Efficient Analysis, and Enhanced Accuracy.
Enhancing Diversity in the Environmental Profession – 2023 Student Internship
Aspen launches summer internship program 2023 to nurture future environmental professionals through diverse experiences and expert mentorship
California Offshore Wind Update
Aspen Selected for EIR Preparation, Supporting AB 525 Compliance and Offshore Wind Development Efforts.

