Articles

Fossil fuels

What’s the future for US coal and nuclear as the energy transition takes hold?

Both face market challenges, but nuclear could outlast coal.

By Jason Deign . 6 May 2021
Solar

Newsletter: Rooftop solar leader Sunrun hits the accelerator

If you want to gauge the health of the solar industry, you could do worse than checking on its leading practitioners.

By Julian Spector . 6 May 2021
ENN

Massachusetts sees more competition to bulk up offshore wind infrastructure

The state got an early jump on offshore wind development, but recent onshore infrastructure investments in New York, New Jersey and Virginia threaten to cut into the state’s claim as the leading hub for the industry.

By Sarah Shemkus . 6 May 2021
ENN

Michigan groups dispute claim that 100% renewable grid would be too expensive

A consultant’s presentation to the newly convened Michigan Council on Climate Solutions suggested the state achieve net-zero emissions with as little as 63% renewable energy, relying on carbon capture for much of the rest.

By Tom Perkins . 6 May 2021
ENN

Commentary: Rhode Island needs to go beyond Act On Climate legislation

The Transportation and Climate Initiative is a key opportunity for Rhode Island and the Northeast to improve air quality and invest in cleaner, safer transportation options for our children, writes guest commentator Mac Dressman.

By Mac Dressman . 6 May 2021
Guest essay

Utilities can’t be for the Paris Agreement and against building electrification

Energy companies are making a bad bet on fossil fuels in buildings. Investors don’t want to take the hit.

By Lila Holzman, Daniel Stewart . 5 May 2021
EV charging

TeraWatt Infrastructure targets a nationwide charging network for electric vehicle fleets

Google’s former chief energy strategist plans a charging hub empire to meet gigawatt-scale electric transport needs, with $100 million in backing and sites in 18 states.

By Jeff St. John . 5 May 2021
ENN

Charlottesville gas station chain makes unexpected bet on solar power

Tiger Fuel’s acquisition of a local solar installer was announced alongside the ceremonial launch of a new Green Business Alliance, in which climate activists will help local companies cut emissions by 45% over the next five years.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 5 May 2021
Solar

Newsletter: Don't bet against solar cost declines

The DOE is back with an update to its wildly successful solar cost challenge.

By Julian Spector . 5 May 2021
ENN

Solar and wind’s competitiveness over coal is accelerating, analysis shows

All-in costs for new solar and wind energy are falling faster than previously thought, while coal plants’ costs rise, a new report says.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 5 May 2021