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Connecticut, Rhode Island vie for roles in emerging offshore wind industry

While each state wants to be the hub offshore wind, experts say there should be plenty of opportunity for both to succeed.

By Lisa Prevost . 11 September 2019
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Commentary: Low-income carve-outs aren’t really making community solar more equitable

Unfortunately, even the best intentions are causing challenges that can make the promise of equity significantly less attainable, writes Kacie Peters, of Pivot Energy.

By Guest Contributor . 11 September 2019
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Offshore wind delays highlight increasing challenge to Massachusetts' climate goals

One of America's leading carbon cutters faces a series of hurdles that threaten to undermine its ability to slash emissions further.

By ClimateWire . 10 September 2019
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Xcel Energy seeks changes as ‘value of solar’ rate spike looms in Minnesota

After falling for a few years, the rate paid to community solar projects is projected to surge in 2020 if changes aren’t made.

By Frank Jossi . 9 September 2019
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What goes into calculating Minnesota’s groundbreaking ‘value of solar’ rate?

It’s a complicated formula with eight key variables, some of which are more volatile or subjective than others. Here’s a closer look.

By Frank Jossi . 9 September 2019
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Cap and trade for transportation must consider environmental justice, advocates say

As details emerge a program to curb transportation emissions in the Northeast, advocates want disadvantaged communities involved in the process.

By Sarah Shemkus . 6 September 2019
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FirstEnergy referendum lawsuit may hinge on who benefits from subsidies

Tax law experts say new utility charges likely might not be a tax if the money isn’t spent to benefit the general public.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 6 September 2019
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Minneapolis seeks ideas to lower price tag of meeting renewable energy goals

The city has issued a “request for information” seeking alternatives to a utility green tariff program.

By Frank Jossi . 5 September 2019
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$3.3 billion wind investment will add 2,500 MW of clean energy in South Dakota

The approved and docketed projects would raise the total number of wind farms to 25 and nearly triple the number of wind towers in the state.

By South Dakota News Watch . 5 September 2019
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Property question prompts latest challenge to Grain Belt Express

A Missouri landowners group says the transmission line developers don’t meet the definition of a public utility.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 5 September 2019