Clean energy

Clean energy

Illinois proves states have a lot of power to advance clean energy

The state is working on its third major climate bill in the last decade, after the past two propelled solar deployment and clean jobs.

By Kathryn Krawczyk . 7 March 2025
Solar

Another big Ohio solar project bites the dust

The Grange Solar project would have brought millions of dollars in economic benefits to the area, but state regulatory staff deemed it not in the public interest.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 7 March 2025
Solar

Can solar power thrive despite Trump’s culture wars?

The industry is adapting to the new political climate by rebranding itself as an essential part of American “energy dominance.”

By Kate Yoder . 6 March 2025
Nuclear

A fusion firm that's already making money — but not from selling power

Wisconsin’s Shine Technologies is “practicing fusion” with imaging and medical products before moving on to (hopefully) producing grid electricity.

By Eric Wesoff . 5 March 2025
Solar

Solar is not the culprit for Maine’s high utility bills, despite claims

As debate about net energy billing heats up, the numbers show the state’s solar incentive program is not to blame for rising power costs.

By Sarah Shemkus . 4 March 2025
Policy & regulation

Trump’s clean energy freeze begins to thaw — for some

City and state leaders say they can access funding for electric school buses and other projects again, though others remain locked out.

By Kathryn Krawczyk . 28 February 2025
Clean energy

Chart: Solar, batteries to lead US power plant construction in 2025

The country is set to build a record 63 gigawatts of new power this year as demand surges — and almost all of it will be carbon-free.

By Julian Spector . 28 February 2025
Utilities

One way data centers can help the grid? By being flexible

Data centers could help slash costs and grid-upgrade times by easing off of utility grids during peak hours and finding ways to provide their own power.

By Jeff St. John . 27 February 2025
Utilities

How to build data centers without raising grid costs — and emissions

Building dirty power plants to serve the AI boom could spell climate disaster. Luckily there are ways to meet surging demand that are cleaner, faster, and cheaper.

By Jeff St. John . 26 February 2025
Nuclear

Holtec unveils plan for small modular reactors at Palisades nuclear site

The firm intends to make history by reopening the Michigan nuclear facility and building the nation’s first SMRs within the next five years.

By Alexander C. Kaufman . 25 February 2025