Green banks are offering businesses a chance to borrow against previous investments in energy-saving upgrades. … [Read more...] about Retroactive energy efficiency loans offer pandemic lifeline for some businesses
Indiana task force report could slow state’s transition from coal, critics fear
Greg Wagoner The Indiana Statehouse is reflected in the windows of an office building in downtown Indianapolis. The final report from a Republican-led state task force cautions against shifting to renewables too quickly and contradicts a previous, more-detailed analysis. A new report from an Indiana legislative task force appears to lay the groundwork for justifying … [Read more...] about Indiana task force report could slow state’s transition from coal, critics fear
As wind energy prices plunge, Xcel refunds customers who paid a premium
Windtech / Wikimedia Commons Historic low prices for wind power prompted Xcel Energy to adjust and credit the bills of about 70,000 Windsource subscribers in Minnesota. Xcel Energy recently refunded customers who volunteered to pay extra to support wind energy, which is now among the cheapest sources of electricity. As prices continue to fall, a program launched by Xcel … [Read more...] about As wind energy prices plunge, Xcel refunds customers who paid a premium
Michigan task force makeup suggests the future of transportation is still cars
Peter Daniel / Flickr / Creative Commons Michigan environmental groups and public transit advocates say improving mobility and reducing emissions requires a “holistic” approach that includes pedestrians, mass transit, bikes, electric scooters, autonomous shuttles, and ride-hailing services. Environmental and public transit advocates are dismayed by their exclusion … [Read more...] about Michigan task force makeup suggests the future of transportation is still cars
N.C. elections left ‘status quo’ in power, but some still see hope for clean energy
Elizabeth Ouzts / Energy News Network The North Carolina State Legislative Building in Raleigh. Climate activists failed to flip the state’s legislature, but the politics and economics of clean energy leave an opening for action — so long as Duke Energy is on board. The results of North Carolina’s state legislative elections were an undeniable blow to … [Read more...] about N.C. elections left ‘status quo’ in power, but some still see hope for clean energy