1 A new green aluminum plant could bring jobs — and clean energy — to Kentucky
The coal-rich state wants to land the first new U.S. smelter in 45 years. But the deal won’t happen unless Kentucky can furnish lots of clean energy.
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By Akielly Hu
Energy forecasters have long underestimated the speed at which solar power is growing around the world. It’s not the first time that’s happened.
By Carrie Klein
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Electric vehicles
Why Hyundai’s EV plans are going just fine despite market turbulence
While many automakers are scaling back their EV aspirations, Hyundai Motor Group’s brands are building momentum. It all comes down to the fundamentals.By Tim Stevens
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Hydrogen
The big unsettled policy question about clean hydrogen: How to use it
Energy experts say U.S. policy must direct money to industries that really need clean hydrogen — and away from those that are better off using clean electricity.
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Methane
Colorado launches first-of-a-kind landfill methane monitoring program
Using EPA funds, Colorado will deploy cutting edge technology for detecting methane emissions from its 80 landfills, making it a leader among states. -
Green steel
Big steel buyers make a request for 1M tons of green steel
At Climate Week NYC, tech giants and real estate firms announced a new initiative asking steelmakers to deliver near-zero-emissions metal. -
Policy & regulation
Washington state’s landmark climate law faces Election Day test
The 2021 law created a cap-and-invest program that has funneled billions to clean energy and climate solutions in the state. A ballot measure aims to repeal it.By Akielly Hu
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Clean energy
Two years in, US clean energy manufacturing boom is still going strong
The Inflation Reduction Act has spurred more than $115B in clean energy manufacturing investment so far — and the project announcements just keep coming.
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EV charging
California’s backlogged grid is holding up its electric truck dreams
Electric truck-charging projects face years of waiting to get the power they need. Clean-transport advocates say regulators must push utilities harder to speed up. -
Clean energy
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Carbon-free buildings
California’s new rules will boost heat pumps in commercial buildings
The new building code adopted by the California Energy Commission will also promote heat pumps in new homes — but it falls short on existing ones, advocates say. -
Electric vehicles
Chart: Which states have the most electric school buses?
More students than ever are headed to class on an electric, emissions-free school bus this September. But only a fraction of U.S. school buses are EVs today.By Dan McCarthy
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Green steel
Big green steel project in Ohio is on again after CEO waffles
After raising doubts, Cleveland-Cliffs says it’s still pursuing a federal $500M award. The flip-flop points to the challenges of cleaning up the steel industry. -
Carbon removal
Under the sea: Running Tide’s ill-fated adventure in ocean carbon removal
The startup made a big splash, then ran aground this summer. Its story has a lot to teach us about trying to geoengineer our way out of climate change. -
Air travel
Air Company raises $69M to convert CO2 into jet fuel
The market for sustainable aviation fuel is small but growing. Brooklyn-based startup Air Company intends to use its new funding to expand production of its SAF.By Aaron Mok
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Carbon-free buildings
Major Ohio cities aim to cut building emissions with voluntary program
A $10M Inflation Reduction Act grant will help Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Dayton collaborate on new building performance standards.
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The clean hydrogen paradox
The world needs to complement clean electricity with some other low-carbon energy. Can hydrogen fill the gap? Canary Media kicks off a special series.
By Dan McCarthy
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Energy efficiency
One way to help the grid? Smarter air conditioning for big buildings
Startups like Parity use software to make building HVAC systems more energy efficient — and to shift power demand to help relieve utility grids during heatwaves. -
Green steel
Nippon Steel's troubled merger with U.S. Steel has climate problems too
It’s possible to produce steel in a more climate-friendly way, but neither company seems ready to adapt. -
Clean energy
Exowatt aims to repurpose old tech to deal with new AI power demand
The startup has an ambitious goal of providing cheap, around-the-clock clean power to data centers. Exowatt's plan? String together a bunch of old energy technologies.By Eric Wesoff
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Carbon-free buildings
Are solar water heaters worth it? Here’s what to consider.
New data from the IRS shows an uptick of interest in the appliances, which provide one pathway to cutting the carbon footprint of water heating.
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Are solar water heaters worth it? Here’s what to consider.
New data from the IRS shows an uptick of interest in the appliances, which provide one pathway to cutting the carbon footprint of water heating.
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Policy & regulation
Switching California from gas to electricity, one neighborhood at a time
Clean-energy advocates hope a bill awaiting Governor Newsom’s signature will jump-start projects that shut down gas pipelines and help homes and businesses go electric. -
Clean energy
Chart: Texas plans to build the most clean energy of any state
The state has more wind and large-scale solar than any other, and batteries are booming. The growth is set to continue — but its grid is still far from clean.By Dan McCarthy
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Clean energy
Virginia’s bold plan to turn old coal mines into clean data centers
Data Center Ridge is the first phase in a state-endorsed plan to advance test sites for solar, wind, pumped hydro, small nuclear, and other clean energy innovations. -
Clean energy
How $7.3B will help rural co-ops build clean power—and close coal plants
This Inflation Reduction Act program is offering 16 rural electric co-ops financing to overcome the up-front costs of shifting from dirty coal to clean power.
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Chart: Solar power keeps beating expectations
Energy forecasters have long underestimated the speed at which solar power is growing around the world. It’s not the first time that’s happened.
By Carrie Klein
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Clean aluminum
Cans to car parts: Inside the complex, crucial world of aluminum recycling
Recycling aluminum involves a vast supply chain, from trash pickers to factories that melt scrap. It’s also crucial to slashing the metal’s carbon emissions. -
Virtual power plants
Here’s a blueprint for building virtual power plants in every state
Utilities could save billions by tapping customers’ solar systems, EVs, and electric appliances. These firms and advocates have a plan to make it happen. -
Policy & regulation
Massachusetts cities embrace voluntary green building codes
Since state lawmakers approved an optional stretch code early last year, 45 municipalities covering about 30% of the state’s population have adopted the guidelines. -
Virtual power plants
California could cut utility bills with distributed energy. Why isn’t it?
Rooftop solar, batteries, EVs, and smart thermostats could help rein in rising grid costs — if only California could pass policies to make it happen. -
Clean aluminum
A new green aluminum plant could bring jobs — and clean energy — to Kentucky
The coal-rich state wants to land the first new U.S. smelter in 45 years. But the deal won’t happen unless Kentucky can furnish lots of clean energy. -
EV charging
NYC looks to kick its curbside EV-charging plans into second gear
The city won a $15M federal grant to build 600 curbside EV chargers throughout its streets. It’s part of a broader push to build 10,000 curbside chargers in NYC by 2030.By Carrie Klein
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Solar
US solar manufacturing capacity has quadrupled thanks to climate law
The Inflation Reduction Act has sparked a boom in domestic solar panel manufacturing, though the U.S. still depends on China for certain steps of the supply chain.By Eric Wesoff
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Carbon-free buildings
Colorado’s plan to cut carbon from big buildings gets a $20M boost
The state is one of many with rules that mandate emissions cuts for big buildings. New DOE funding will help Colorado’s disadvantaged communities meet those targets. -
Fossil fuels
Chart: The UK is about to stop using coal to produce electricity
This month, the United Kingdom will shut down its last operational coal-fired power plant, a major milestone as the country’s CO2 emissions continue to plummet.By Dan McCarthy
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Join the Bay Area's climate community in Berkeley on November 13 for an evening of expert insights, networking, and fun.By Canary Staff
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