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Chicago microgrid project attempts to balance corporate, community needs

Community advocates have differing opinions about ComEd and its approach in Bronzeville, but there is consensus around the benefits of continuing a utility-community partnership.

By Audrey Henderson . 17 February 2021
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Des Moines looks for leverage to push MidAmerican on carbon-free power

The city is exploring several strategies to cut emissions, but will depend on its investor-owned utility to achieve much of its ambitious new clean energy goal.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 17 February 2021
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Five takeaways from Connecticut’s new residential solar program changes

After years of debate over reforming the state’s solar program, stakeholders widely praised the new rules released last week.

By Lisa Prevost . 17 February 2021
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Carbon capture and brews: Rhode Island brewery puts emissions back into beers

Systems for capturing carbon emissions from brewing operations have become more economical for small brewers during the pandemic.

By Lisa Prevost . 15 February 2021
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As Vermont nears 75% renewable power, advocates question if it’s clean enough

Most of the power being used to satisfy the state’s renewable electricity standard comes from Hydro-Québec as local wind and solar development lag.

By David Thill . 15 February 2021
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Line 5 pipeline shutdown adds urgency to Michigan’s propane heating debate

Shutting down the pipeline would cut off the Upper Peninsula from its supply of cheap propane, but clean energy advocates say there are better alternatives for heating.

By Tom Perkins . 12 February 2021
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Homeowners associations still a barrier for some would-be solar customers

Minnesota homeowners and solar groups are backing a bill to prohibit HOAs from banning rooftop solar panels.

By Frank Jossi . 11 February 2021
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Commentary: With open standards, U.S. can build EV charging infrastructure faster

Charging stations and software that are built on open standards give prospective owners the confidence they need to meet the nation’s rising demand for EV charging, writes EVBox's Megha Lakhchaura.

By Megha Lakhchaura . 11 February 2021
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Wood heat tax credit gives New England industry ‘something to rally around’

Congress included the new tax credit in December’s COVID-19 stimulus bill, offering 26% off the cost of installing high-efficiency wood boilers.

By David Thill . 10 February 2021
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State energy plans show how process can match final product in impact

The experience in Iowa and Missouri shows how drafting an energy plan can help shape a state’s energy direction, even if policymakers don’t always follow it.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 10 February 2021