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Martha’s Vineyard transit plan goes beyond electrification

The transit agency serving Martha’s Vineyard plans to power a new fleet of electric buses with an innovative microgrid system.

By Sarah Shemkus . 10 December 2018
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Rhode Island looks to spare green space with brownfield solar projects

A new state incentive offers money to developers that build solar projects on polluted properties instead of forests or farmland.

By Meg Dalton . 10 December 2018
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West Africa utility sector looks to Illinois for expertise on microgrids

A utility sector group toured microgrid facilities last week in Chicago and Champaign as part of a U.S. trade mission.

By Kevin Stark . 7 December 2018
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As coal declines, solar offers possible path for reclaiming old mining sites

At a recent mining conference, renewable energy emerged as a possible solution when reclamation funds are insufficient.

By Guest Contributor . 7 December 2018
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Iowa utility's wind farm approved over objections from clean energy groups

Iowa regulators approved a 591 MW wind project for MidAmerican Energy over objections from environmental groups that want the utility to stop burning coal.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 6 December 2018
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What will midterm elections mean for North Carolina energy policy?

More Democrats, and Republicans, who support clean energy will head to Raleigh next month. What will they accomplish?

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 6 December 2018
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Four key takeaways from a Michigan utility's clean energy transition

Consumers Energy President and CEO Patti Poppe presented an economic case for solar power, electric vehicles and moving past coal.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 6 December 2018
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Commentary: Minnesotans deserve better from public regulators and Xcel

Frustration with shortchanged public interest has been leaking out for years. This week, the commission can get it right.

By Guest Contributor . 6 December 2018
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The key to easing land-use disputes? Listening, says Virginia solar developer

A Prince William County project offers hope that Virginia solar developers can navigate land-use politics in the region.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 5 December 2018
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Ohio excess profits case reflects ripples from FirstEnergy’s challenged credit rider

Consumer advocates say a proposed deal involving FirstEnergy’s earnings in Ohio ignores the interests of most ratepayers.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 5 December 2018