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This Atlanta duo has a theory to drive climate action: Make it cool

Klean Energy Kulture, founded by a chart-topping producer and a seasoned organizer, aims to take a new approach to engaging Black Americans on climate issues.

By Mike Munsell . 2 August 2023
Air travel

The first hydrogen-powered planes are taking flight

Aircraft retrofitted with hydrogen fuel cells could slash CO2 emissions from small planes — and potentially pave the way for hydrogen jets, new study shows.

By Maria Gallucci . 2 August 2023
Energy efficiency

California sees success tying energy efficiency rebates to real results

The state is revamping how it calculates energy efficiency incentives. The goal? Base payments on real-world benefits for customers and the grid — not estimates.

By Jeff St. John . 1 August 2023
Energy storage

Tesla alum aims to build the power company of the future

Equilibrium Energy is live in Texas with an offering to rent grid batteries and make money with them in the ERCOT markets. But CEO Ryan Hanley says it's just the start.

By Julian Spector . 1 August 2023
Nuclear

Vogtle 3 nuclear reactor is finally, seriously — for real — online

The beleaguered project is the first U.S. nuclear reactor built in three decades. It comes after six years of delays and a final price tag of over $30 billion.

By Maria Gallucci . 31 July 2023
Clean energy

FERC takes a big step to get more clean energy on the US grid

Clean energy groups welcome major interconnection reform — but also warn the U.S. won't be able to clean up its grid without a huge expansion of transmission.

By Jeff St. John . 31 July 2023
ENN

Northland transmission line to boost reliability as renewables replace power plants

The 180-mile-long project is slated to connect central and northern Minnesota by the end of the decade as utility phase out coal power and look for more flexibility to move renewable energy.

By Frank Jossi . 31 July 2023
ENN

Minnesota utilities work to ease path for Northland transmission line

Minnesota Power and Great River Energy are focused on community engagement along the proposed route in order to gather and incorporate feedback from landowners before it boils over into legal challenges.

By Frank Jossi . 31 July 2023
Guides and how-tos

So you want to electrify your home. Do you need a panel upgrade first?

If your home’s running on 100 amps or below, you might want an electrician to upgrade your panel and electrical service. Here’s what to know.

By Alison F. Takemura . 31 July 2023
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Twin Cities taps federal IRA dollars to analyze metro-area climate plan

The Metropolitan Council is preparing to use a federal grant under the Inflation Reduction Act to hire organizers and better assess the potential impact of the region’s year-old climate action work plan.

By Frank Jossi . 28 July 2023