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Annual Ohio tour reaches out to state lawmakers on clean energy

Organizers of an annual clean energy tour in Ohio this weekend are hoping to use the event to persuade state lawmakers of the sector’s economic importance.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 3 June 2016
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With federal help, rural co-ops tackling energy efficiency

Finding ways to pay for energy efficiency upgrades in North Carolina's rural communities. Plus, some unexpected benefits that come with making your home more energy efficient.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 3 June 2016
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In North Carolina legislature, some energy bills still languish

As the North Carolina legislature's short session continues, several pieces of energy-related legislation could come under consideration.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 3 June 2016
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Wind and solar could meet nearly all Midwest energy needs by 2050, researcher says

As lawmakers debate relatively modest renewable energy standards across the Midwest — or seek to halt them all together — clean energy groups, public officials and California researchers highlighted plans last month for the region to get to 100 percent renewables by 2050.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 2 June 2016
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Q&A: How a Georgia Republican pushed his state forward on solar

At first glance, Lauren “Bubba” McDonald Jr. doesn’t seem a likely advocate for solar power.

By Gillian Neimark . 2 June 2016
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Critics: Minnesota utility's solar plan pushes out competitors

Clean-energy advocates say a Minnesota utility's community solar program is a step in the right direction, but are also concerned it will limit developments from other entities.

By Frank Jossi . 1 June 2016
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North Carolina legislature reforms coal ash commission despite veto threat

With a new bill passed by wide margins, North Carolina lawmakers are again challenging their state's governor on coal ash oversight.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 1 June 2016
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Could North Carolina's coal ash bill prove fatal to the state's citizen commissions?

The viability of North Carolina's citizen commissions may depend on the governor's decision to sue the General Assembly.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 1 June 2016
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Commentary: South Carolina could be a model for Southeast solar

South Carolina has only scratched the surface of its solar potential. How can it continue? Through better policy decisions.

1 June 2016
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From the editor: Welcome to the new Southeast Energy News!

More than a year after we started bringing you our daily email digest, today we launch the new Southeast Energy News, featuring original reporting from freelance contributors throughout the region.

By Ken Paulman . 1 June 2016