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Minnesota county studies path to downsize, electrify vehicle fleet

A report says Hennepin County can cut emissions and save money by transitioning to a electric cars.

By Frank Jossi . 23 October 2018
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Pennsylvania so far not joining rush to support struggling nuclear plants

As other states move to rescue their uneconomic nuclear power plants, Pennsylvania is still weighing whether to take action -- but a report due next month will lay out options.

By Marie Cusick . 22 October 2018
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Illinois pollution board proposes new emissions rules in Dynegy coal saga

The Illinois Pollution Control Board is taking public comments on an amended emissions rule for Dynegy’s coal plants in the state.

By Kari Lydersen . 22 October 2018
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Survey: Consumers eager to use, cautious to share smart meter data

The key will be for utilities and third-party providers to develop applications with easy-to-use software.

By Kevin Stark . 22 October 2018
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Q&A: Virginia couple takes a stand in Atlantic Coast Pipeline's path

When Lynn and Bill Limpert bought 120 pristine acres in Virginia’s Appalachian Mountains in 2009, the only construction project they expected to handle was building their retirement home.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 19 October 2018
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New England power line opposition brings together unusual alliance

Environmental groups and gas generators both oppose the project, which would carry Canadian hydropower to Massachusetts.

By Bill Opalka . 19 October 2018
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Q&A: For Connecticut cybersecurity officer, renewables mean new risks

The state’s chief cybersecurity risk officer says distributed generation creates new entry points for hackers to exploit.

By Meg Dalton . 18 October 2018
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Customers, clean energy groups unite against Minnesota natural gas plant

The northern Minnesota utility has an opportunity to convince regulators of its need at a meeting Thursday in Duluth.

By Frank Jossi . 17 October 2018
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In Virginia, local pipeline votes come with economic stakes attached

County supervisors who opposed Mountain Valley Pipeline now face decisions that could bring gas and jobs to their communities.

By Mason Adams . 17 October 2018
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Critics: North Carolina officials ‘failing’ after Florence coal ash spills

Environmental activists want more testing and accountability following coal ash breaches at two Duke Energy sites during Hurricane Florence.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 16 October 2018