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Commentary: To build energy resilience in Michigan, we must challenge DTE

It is time to cut through DTE’s greenwashing, and push for community-centered, locally governed energy solutions, write Matt Sehrsweeney and Ember McCoy of the Climate Action Movement.

By Matt Sehrsweeney . 9 April 2021
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Federal boost helps tech race from lab to car

Michigan Technological University and Ohio State University are working to reduce fuel and energy consumption by using automated and connected vehicle technologies

By Katie Pyzyk . 9 April 2021
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Southwest Virginia group wins grant to help companies move beyond coal

The $486,366 grant from the Virginia Growth and Opportunity board will be used to help four family-owned businesses pivot operations from their coal-centric beginnings to opportunities in storage and renewable energy.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 8 April 2021
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When the power went out, Texas oil and gas regulators rushed to defend the industry’s image

Members of the Texas Railroad Commission were quick to blame renewable energy for power outages across the state. All sources of energy struggled to produce power during the storm.

By Erin Douglas and Mitchell Ferman . 8 April 2021
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In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, proposed utility sale rekindles energy debate

Upper Peninsula Power Company customers pay some of the highest rates in the country. An investment fund says it has a plan to restructure debt to lower costs, but some question how much can be done without broader changes.

By Tom Perkins . 7 April 2021
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Former Chicago hospital site provides a blank slate for equitable, efficient development

Redevelopment of the Bronzeville Lakefront promises to create tens of thousands of jobs near the former hospital site and hopes to be home to “the greenest building in the country.”

By Audrey Henderson . 6 April 2021
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Minneapolis program puts energy audits into hands of potential homebuyers

In its first year, a city ordinance requiring energy audits prior to home sales resulted in more than 6,200 reports disclosing the conditions of windows, insulation, and heating systems for prospective buyers and new owners.

By Frank Jossi . 5 April 2021
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New England’s solar growth is creating tension over who pays for grid upgrades

National Grid’s territory in Rhode Island and Massachusetts is one of several areas where solar developers, utilities and state regulators are grappling with how to pay for the growing cost of connecting projects to the grid.

By Lisa Prevost . 5 April 2021
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Minnesota’s community solar program is leaving poorer people in the shade

Community solar ends up prioritizing commercial clients in Minnesota. New models aimed at energy-burdened residents are trying to change that.

By Andrew Hazzard . 5 April 2021
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Young urban farmer plots growth of regenerative agriculture endeavor

College student Chander Payne received a “young heroes” award for his work in delivering fresh local food to homeless shelters and schools in underserved communities in the Washington, D.C., area.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 2 April 2021