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How Minnesota's old mining pits could boost wind power
Minnesota researchers may have unearthed a new use for abandoned mining pits on the state's Iron Range: wind power storage.
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On pipelines and wind farms
It’s becoming clear that, regardless of the project, developers who disregard the concerns of affected landowners and don't give them a say in the process do so at their own peril.By Ken Paulman .
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Does Michigan county still like its wind farm?
Earlier this year, we found widespread enthusiasm in Gratiot County, Michigan, for what would become the state's largest wind farm. Now that the turbines are going up, are locals still excited?By Ken Paulman .
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GM to offer all-electric Spark subcompact starting in 2013
The gasoline-powered subcompact Chevrolet Spark that will be sold at Chevrolet dealers beginning in 2012 will also be available in selected markets as an all-electric battery powered vehicle during 2013.By Ken Paulman .
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Tackling transmission
A conference in Michigan this week looks at transmission and other obstacles holding back wind development in the Great Lakes.By Ken Paulman .
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Clean energy technology driving demand for nickel
The development of batteries for hybrid vehicles and a worldwide rush to build new electric power plants have helped push nickel prices up, and deposits of the metal in the Midwest that were once thought worthless are now coveted by mining companies.
Photo by Joel Dinda via Creative CommonsBy Ken Paulman .
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Battery as economic savior?
Why federal support for Michigan's growing battery industry is a bigger deal than you may have realized.By Ken Paulman .
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American Lung Association targets Upton
The American Lung Association is running ads in Michigan targeting Rep. Fred Upton's comments about the EPA.By Ken Paulman .
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Michigan towns dig deep to reduce energy costs
Despite being in one of the worst regions in the country for geothermal power, two Michigan cities are nevertheless finding ways to save on energy costs by tapping the earth’s natural heat.
Photo courtesy Wyandotte Municipal ServicesBy Jeff Kart .
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Midwest states get $268 million for high-speed trains
The U.S. Department of Transportation this week awarded $268 million to Iowa, Illinois, Michigan and Missouri for the purchase of high-speed trains.By Ken Paulman .
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