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Maine transmission settlement could spur clean energy investments in state

The proposal includes about $80 million for heat pumps, energy efficiency, and electric vehicle infrastructure.

By Bill Opalka . 12 March 2019
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Solar advocates suspect Iowa utility is behind group critical of net metering

The REAL Coalition claims to represent farmers, consumers and businesses, but its message echoes utility talking points.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 11 March 2019
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Michigan utility’s clean energy plan at risk after judge recommends rejection

A judge last month recommended that state regulators reject Consumers Energy’s integrated resource plan.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 11 March 2019
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Federal funds to help turn Virginia coal mine into solar farm

The proposed project is set to provide up to 3.5 megawatts of renewable power to data centers in Wise County.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 8 March 2019
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Ohio bill would create nonprofit to promote advanced nuclear research

Sponsors tout economic development potential, but critics question the benefits and risks to taxpayers.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 8 March 2019
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Solar developer plans to fight Wisconsin utility in court on third-party ownership

Eagle Point Solar president Barry Shear says he’s prepared to take his case to state’s top court to clarify rules.

By Kari Lydersen . 8 March 2019
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PJM capacity market an ‘existential crisis’ for Illinois renewable goals

Critics want a state energy agency to take over capacity procurement for the regional grid operator.

By David Thill . 8 March 2019
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Wind-solar pairing cuts equipment costs while ramping up output

A western Minnesota wind-solar project is among the first of its kind in the country but won’t be the last.

By Frank Jossi . 7 March 2019
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Xcel Energy has an aggressive clean energy goal. How will it get there?

The utility says its interim goal of 80 percent carbon reduction by 2030 can be met with existing technology.

By Allen Best . 6 March 2019
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Indiana utility wants to entice large customers to stay; will smaller ones pay the price?

NIPSCO wants to greatly reduce what its five largest customers pay for power while increasing residential fees.

By Kari Lydersen . 6 March 2019