Midwest

Carbon-free buildings

In Chicago, all city buildings now use 100 percent clean power

Chicago is one of several U.S. cities that are taking advantage of their bulk-buying power to spur new carbon-free energy development and meet climate targets.

By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco . 10 January 2025
ENN

Rural Minnesota counties work together to simplify clean energy development and maximize local benefits

A long-running local government collaboration in southwestern Minnesota is helping to insulate the region from the kind of controversies and misinformation that have plagued rural clean energy projects in other states.

By Frank Jossi . 9 January 2025
Carbon-free buildings

Big buildings are a climate problem. These policies aim to fix that.

In New York City and St. Louis, innovative laws meant to curb emissions from buildings are kicking in this year. More states and cities will soon follow.

By Akielly Hu . 7 January 2025
ENN

A symbolic gesture or Trojan horse? Ohio groups question purpose of ‘green’ nuclear bill

Sponsors say HB 308 means to show the state welcomes nuclear energy, but critics say it could have broader implications, including watering down future clean energy policies in the state.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 20 December 2024
ENN

Department of Energy funding to boost community-led geothermal projects

Chicago and Boston nonprofits focused on an equitable transition from fossil fuels are among the five recipients.

By Audrey Henderson . 20 December 2024
ENN

Commentary: Ohio should replicate Pennsylvania's success cutting methane pollution

Pennsylvania's balanced approach showcases how economic growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand, offering a model that Ohio should replicate.

By Jesse Velazquez . 17 December 2024
ENN

Why Ohio companies are investing in hydrogen cars despite infrastructure issues

Hydrogen fuel cell cars could overcome some buyers’ reluctance to switch from gasoline-powered vehicles, but whether fueling infrastructure can deliver is iffy.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 17 December 2024
ENN

Indianapolis grapples with low compliance on energy benchmarking requirement for large buildings

Most owners of large buildings missed a deadline to comply with the city’s energy benchmarking requirements. City officials are still focused on education and outreach rather than fines to boost compliance.

By Kari Lydersen . 16 December 2024
ENN

As utility shutoffs soar in Minnesota, Xcel Energy agrees to consumer protections and racial disparities study

Advocates support measures to address a growing number of involuntary shutoffs, enabled in part by smart meter deployment, but say a recent hearing didn't address racial equity directly.

By Frank Jossi . 13 December 2024
ENN

Milwaukee plans to build net-zero modular homes for lower-income residents — but it’s not easy

The city hopes to lure a manufacturer of energy-efficient panelized homes, a way to cut carbon emissions while building homes and creating jobs

By Kari Lydersen . 11 December 2024

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Midwest

In Chicago, all city buildings now use 100 percent clean power

Rural Minnesota counties work together to simplify clean energy development and maximize local benefits

Big buildings are a climate problem. These policies aim to fix that.

A symbolic gesture or Trojan horse? Ohio groups question purpose of ‘green’ nuclear bill

Department of Energy funding to boost community-led geothermal projects

Commentary: Ohio should replicate Pennsylvania's success cutting methane pollution

Why Ohio companies are investing in hydrogen cars despite infrastructure issues

Indianapolis grapples with low compliance on energy benchmarking requirement for large buildings

As utility shutoffs soar in Minnesota, Xcel Energy agrees to consumer protections and racial disparities study

Milwaukee plans to build net-zero modular homes for lower-income residents — but it’s not easy