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Ohio utilities could resume energy efficiency programs under bipartisan bill

Four years after Ohio lawmakers axed the state’s utility-run energy efficiency programs, a proposal would allow utilities to voluntarily reintroduce them, but with smaller energy savings targets.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 28 June 2023
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Can affordable housing be energy efficient? These developers say yes

A $5.5 million affordable housing development in Northfield, Minnesota, challenges the notion that sustainability and affordability are mutually exclusive.

By Audrey Henderson . 22 June 2023
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Electric vehicle tour highlights need for equitable charging access in Cleveland

The Route Zero Road Trip’s pit stop in Cleveland’s Midtown-Hough area celebrated ongoing clean energy work while underscoring the need for EVs and clean energy in disadvantaged neighborhoods.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 21 June 2023
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Dismay as Michigan hands out millions of dollars in ‘low carbon’ grants for gas projects

Two-thirds of the funding went to support biogas production and natural gas infrastructure, while the rest was split between battery storage, solar and other projects.

By Tom Perkins . 16 June 2023
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Commentary: A manufacturing powerhouse, Michigan has an opportunity to lead the clean energy transition

Clean energy and advanced manufacturing is especially resonant in Michigan — and not only because the scale of investment is so enormous, writes guest commentator Deana Dennis.

By Deana Dennis . 15 June 2023
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Xcel Energy pulls funding for Minneapolis resilience hub projects

The utility had previously committed to spending $9 million for batteries as part of three solar-powered microgrids designed to serve as emergency response hubs in environmental justice neighborhoods.

By Frank Jossi . 14 June 2023
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New Minneapolis climate plan lays out ambitious goals, but advocates criticize lack of funding

The city is updating its climate action plan, with more focus on environmental justice. But there’s no dedicated funding at this time.

By Andrew Hazzard . 13 June 2023
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Largest solar farm in Illinois will help Chicago’s city operations meet climate goal

When it’s completed in late 2024, the solar project is projected to offset about 70% of electricity use by municipal operations, with the remainder eventually coming from distributed solar installed within the city.

By Kari Lydersen . 12 June 2023
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Kansas City won't penalize energy use violators

For eight years, Kansas City has been trying to track energy consumption in the city’s biggest buildings. But without enforcement, building owners aren’t cooperating.

By Josh Merchant . 9 June 2023
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With reboot, Illinois hopes for more orderly solar incentive rollout

After a transition and delays, solar incentives are flowing again. State officials say they expect to close an application backlog this summer.

By Kari Lydersen . 8 June 2023

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Midwest

Ohio utilities could resume energy efficiency programs under bipartisan bill

Can affordable housing be energy efficient? These developers say yes

Electric vehicle tour highlights need for equitable charging access in Cleveland

Dismay as Michigan hands out millions of dollars in ‘low carbon’ grants for gas projects

Commentary: A manufacturing powerhouse, Michigan has an opportunity to lead the clean energy transition

Xcel Energy pulls funding for Minneapolis resilience hub projects

New Minneapolis climate plan lays out ambitious goals, but advocates criticize lack of funding

Largest solar farm in Illinois will help Chicago’s city operations meet climate goal

Kansas City won't penalize energy use violators

With reboot, Illinois hopes for more orderly solar incentive rollout