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Massachusetts drivers are starting to buy electric cars again

A state incentive program just saw its best two months since the coronavirus pandemic halted most car sales this spring.

By Sarah Shemkus . 12 November 2020
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Prairie Island tribe prepares to chart course toward zero emissions

In the shadow of an Xcel Energy nuclear power plant, the Minnesota reservation plans to make a big investment in solar, a microgrid, and energy efficiency.

By Frank Jossi . 10 November 2020
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Southwest Virginia bike shop is now a beacon for solar power in the region

A 16-kilowatt array on the roof of Iron Works Cycling is the first successful project for a regional group trying to seed solar projects across seven coalfield counties.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 10 November 2020
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Commentary: California needs more renewables, storage to prevent power outages

California is in dire need of more clean energy capacity, writed Ed Smeloff, of Vote Solar.

By Guest Contributor . 10 November 2020
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Scaled back solar farm still a threat to watershed, Connecticut group says

The 15-megawatt project would clear up to 75 acres of forest between two brooks that feed the Niantic River.

By Lisa Prevost . 9 November 2020
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Maine could show the way on overcoming rural obstacles to electric vehicles

With the gasoline era coming to a close, how can a rural, aging and economically challenged state navigate a path to electrified transportation?

By Marina Schauffler . 8 November 2020
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Offshore wind advocates want better coordination on electric grid upgrades

The current project-by-project approach to electricity grid improvements will cost too much and potentially limit development in the future, companies say.

By David Thill . 6 November 2020
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For Virginia transit agency, electric buses help to meet climate, equity goals

Hampton Roads Transit’s six electric buses will be deployed on the state’s busiest transit route, between Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 5 November 2020
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Election updates: Nevada voters approve 50% renewable energy standard

While the outcome of the 2020 presidential election may not be known for a few days, the outcome of several energy-related city and state ballot measures is becoming clear.

By Ken Paulman . 4 November 2020
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Three state legislative battles could swing zero-carbon energy plans

Voters could flip legislatures in Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina, potentially opening the door to more aggressive climate policy.

By EnergyWire . 3 November 2020