In this Issue:
*U.S. lawmakers propose boost to clean energy exports
*Renewable Energy Focus
..Regulators approve first offshore wind farm in U.S
*Grid firm offers hour-by-hour view of California's clean energy
*Record rate of solar adoption trims rebates for California solar consumers
*U.S. wind energy industry installs 530 MW in 1Q
*Oil spill may shift climate bill strategy
*FERC inquiry weighs whether grid rules discriminate against wind power
*Global renewable energy up 250% in Q1
*Mayor's green-energy goals could be in jeopardy after electric rate battle
*Notable Renewable Energy Projects and Deals
..SunPower adds 40 MW capacity to California Valley Solar Ranch for PG&E
*First Solar to acquire NextLight for $245 million
*Recovery Act funding announced for 37 ARPA-E energy research projects
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