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Maine eyes time-of-use rates to encourage cheaper home electrification

Electric vehicles and heat pumps are key climate solutions in the state, but could drive costs and strain the grid without new rates to manage demand.

By Annie Ropeik . 8 November 2023
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How an Asheville nonprofit is working to reduce energy burdens in Buncombe County, N.C.

Energy Savers Network is helping to fill gaps in drafty window and door frames as well as for participation in federal weatherization programs.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 7 November 2023
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Minnesota adjusts solar incentives to prioritize low-income households

A new law requires Xcel Energy to dedicate half of its Solar Rewards program budget to income-qualified customers, a category that includes schools and nonprofits.

By Frank Jossi . 6 November 2023
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Wyoming rate hike inspires slew of bills to scrutinize electric utilities

Rocky Mountain Power’s proposed 30% rate hike is under scrutiny at the Public Service Commission and down the street at the Wyoming Capitol.

By Dustin Bleizeffer . 3 November 2023
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Advocates fear N.H. clean energy proposal would pit nuclear against solar, wind

If not designed carefully, critics say a clean energy standard that includes nuclear power could undercut the market for renewable energy credits.

By Sarah Shemkus . 2 November 2023
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Commentary: The benefits of virtual power plants and solar in low-income communities

If we take the best of what we know and apply it to low income and underserved communities, we can create energy solutions with enormous benefit to the communities that need it most.

By Larry Glover . 1 November 2023
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Electric vehicle charging legislation is urgent in Wisconsin, with federal funds at stake

For the state to access federal infrastructure dollars, charging station owners must be allowed to bill for electricity sold, not just time spent ‘parking.’

By Kari Lydersen . 30 October 2023
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New community center provides Detroit neighborhood with a climate refuge

A flood-prone community center in the eastside neighborhood was replaced by a solar-powered facility — now on higher ground — that aims to be a central hub in case of climate emergencies.

By Angela Lugo-Thomas . 30 October 2023
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N.C. manufacturers move to abolish Duke Energy customer assistance program, dismaying advocates

The program was poised to help over 100,000 low-income households struggling to pay their electric bills.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 26 October 2023
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Xcel Energy revives Minneapolis resiliency project with help of federal grant

The utility will use part of a $100 million federal resilience grant awarded last week to pay for its share of microgrid projects at three community centers serving disadvantaged neighborhoods.

By Frank Jossi . 25 October 2023