Policy & regulation

Hydrogen

New 'clean' hydrogen rules will favor some regions more than others

Strict tax credit rules will reward hydrogen production where wind and solar thrive — and are drawing ire in regions with nuclear and hydropower that won't qualify.

By Jeff St. John . 4 January 2024
Climatetech finance

First Solar cashes in with sale of IRA tax credits worth up to $700M

The Ohio-based solar giant says it's the first major deal to use new tax-credit transfer provisions, which help firms maximize the value of clean energy subsidies.

By Eric Wesoff . 3 January 2024
Transmission

Could 2024 be a breakout year for the transmission grid?

How can the U.S. build enough transmission lines to combat climate change? Here’s what’s on the table for grid reforms in 2024.

By Jeff St. John . 3 January 2024
Wind

Wind turbines kill too many birds and bats. How can we make them safer?

As wind power grows around the world, so does the threat turbines pose to wildlife. From simple fixes to high-tech solutions, researchers are finding ways to reduce the toll.

By Katarina Zimmer . 2 January 2024
Electrification

5 New Year’s resolutions to electrify your life

Want to decarbonize your home and commute? Here are some low-stakes steps to kick-start your electrification journey.

By Alison F. Takemura . 2 January 2024
Clean energy

Quiz: How well do you remember 2023’s clean energy news?

This year, Canary Media reported on the biggest stories in solar, geothermal, nuclear and more. Now, all your reading is about to pay off.

By Dan McCarthy . 29 December 2023
Guest essay

Biden admin's long-awaited hydrogen rules are here — and on the right track

The proposal for clean hydrogen tax credits is built on “three pillars” that will ensure hydrogen actually fights climate change instead of making it worse.

By Jesse D. Jenkins . 22 December 2023
Transmission

Suddenly, US electricity demand is spiking. Can the grid keep up?

Data centers, factories, heat pumps, and EVs are putting increasing stress on a grid that isn’t growing fast enough, new data shows.

By Jeff St. John . 20 December 2023
Fossil fuels

Seattle and other cities mull creative workarounds to ditch gas

After a court ruling struck down bans on fossil gas, lawmakers are devising new and innovative ways to electrify buildings.

By Akielly Hu . 20 December 2023
EV charging

This welding supply company is venturing into the EV charging business

Established in 1895, Ohio-based Lincoln Electric exemplifies how existing American businesses can take part in the emerging clean-energy economy.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 19 December 2023