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Commentary: Clean energy is the most efficient, affordable option for all Michiganders

The Inflation Reduction Act provides a transformative opportunity for Michigan to move toward a healthier, more affordable, and safer future, guest commentators write.

By Charles Hua . 13 October 2023
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After slowdown in demand response signups, Minnesota considers new approach

In August, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission heard debate on whether third-party companies should be permitted to recruit customers for demand response programs.

By Frank Jossi . 10 October 2023
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Cleveland green bank aims to bring clean energy to underserved communities

Growth Opportunity Partners is the lead applicant for 20 counties seeking Inflation Reduction Act funds under EPA’s Solar for All program.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 9 October 2023
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In Michigan, local tensions threaten solar + agricultural projects

Michigan uniquely gives communities the power to block large renewable projects, and many prefer to protect farmland over installing solar.

By Izzy Rost . 5 October 2023
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In the shadow of a nuclear plant, Prairie Island celebrates steps toward a green future

The Tribal Nation is about two years into an effort to cut its members’ energy costs with a solar field and other eco-friendly projects.

By Gustav DeMars . 3 October 2023
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New Minnesota law aims to lower barrier for participating in public utility cases

Small nonprofits will be eligible to be reimbursed for expert testimony in a broader range of cases under the new state law, which aims to diversify the viewpoints heard by commissioners.

By Frank Jossi . 2 October 2023
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Inside the rough-and-tumble race to clean up America’s abandoned oil wells

The federal government has pledged billions to plug thousands of abandoned oil wells around the country, but many hurdles remain.

By Will Peischel . 29 September 2023
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Environmental justice activists issue a call to ‘wage love,’ work toward building an environmentally just Detroit

The panel worked to define a vision for the city amid a growing climate crisis, unjust environmental policies, widespread power outages, floods, air pollution from wildfires, and industry.

By Angela Lugo-Thomas . 27 September 2023
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As Wisconsin utilities go their own way on net metering, advocates seek a unified approach to solar

As MGE proposes to cut solar compensation, Alliant Energy is proposing an entirely different payment structure.

By Kari Lydersen . 27 September 2023
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State, federal funding fuels expansion of Minnesota microgrid research center

The University of St. Thomas’ Center for Microgrid Research recently won a $7.5 million state legislative appropriation and $11 million in federal defense bill earmarks to help it expand.

By Frank Jossi . 20 September 2023

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Commentary: Clean energy is the most efficient, affordable option for all Michiganders

After slowdown in demand response signups, Minnesota considers new approach

Cleveland green bank aims to bring clean energy to underserved communities

In Michigan, local tensions threaten solar + agricultural projects

In the shadow of a nuclear plant, Prairie Island celebrates steps toward a green future

New Minnesota law aims to lower barrier for participating in public utility cases

Inside the rough-and-tumble race to clean up America’s abandoned oil wells

Environmental justice activists issue a call to ‘wage love,’ work toward building an environmentally just Detroit

As Wisconsin utilities go their own way on net metering, advocates seek a unified approach to solar

State, federal funding fuels expansion of Minnesota microgrid research center