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Maine House throws cold water on proposal to coax better performance from CMP, Versant

Proponents said if the state wants its utilities to perform better, it needs to create rules that incentivize the companies to further Maine’s grid-related policy goals

By Evan Popp . 29 March 2024
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Months after devastating floods, Vermont renews efforts to aid climate-friendly rebuilds

The state saw mixed success encouraging heat pumps and other upgrades in damaged homes in the wake of the disaster. Now groups are revisiting those same residents to work on long-term improvements.

By Annie Ropeik . 20 March 2024
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Maine replaces bill to halt natural gas expansions with plan to study industry's future role

Environmental groups hope studies now proposed in place of a ban on new gas service will prove that expanding the industry with alternative fuels would be out of alignment with Maine's climate goals.

By Annie Ropeik . 14 March 2024
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Connecticut will tap clean energy technology to find emission-cutting efficiencies on grid

State regulators recently approved seven companies to test their software or hardware in pilot projects with utilities Eversource or United Illuminating.

By Lisa Prevost . 12 March 2024
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Large New Hampshire solar projects face delays trying to connect to power grid

A legislative proposal seeks to standardize and streamline the process, which right now varies depending on the utility for projects larger than 100 kilowatts.

By Sarah Shemkus . 6 March 2024
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As Massachusetts solar growth lags, stakeholders debate changes to state incentives

The pace of new solar installations in the state has dropped to roughly half its 2021 peak, prompting calls to adjust rebates to reflect current economic realities and environmental priorities.

By Sarah Shemkus . 4 March 2024
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With limited options, Maine governor announces site for offshore wind port

While some opposed building on undeveloped land, the state has few deepwater ports and advocates say the need for clean energy is more pressing.

By AnnMarie Hilton . 21 February 2024
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Nine states pledge to boost heat pumps to 90% of home equipment sales by 2040

Northeast and Western states seek to make high-efficiency electric technology the norm in residential space heating and cooling and water heating.

By Annie Ropeik . 7 February 2024
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More questions than answers after Massachusetts order to transition from natural gas

Utility companies, lawmakers, and state regulators still have to figure out how they will follow through on the order that requires gas and electric utilities to coordinate on electrification.

By Sarah Shemkus . 5 February 2024
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Five years later, New Hampshire’s community power law is reshaping the electricity market

The statewide community power coalition will become the state’s second-largest electrical supplier this spring after it adds another 29 communities to the program.

By Lisa Prevost . 1 February 2024

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Maine House throws cold water on proposal to coax better performance from CMP, Versant

Months after devastating floods, Vermont renews efforts to aid climate-friendly rebuilds

Maine replaces bill to halt natural gas expansions with plan to study industry's future role

Connecticut will tap clean energy technology to find emission-cutting efficiencies on grid

Large New Hampshire solar projects face delays trying to connect to power grid

As Massachusetts solar growth lags, stakeholders debate changes to state incentives

With limited options, Maine governor announces site for offshore wind port

Nine states pledge to boost heat pumps to 90% of home equipment sales by 2040

More questions than answers after Massachusetts order to transition from natural gas

Five years later, New Hampshire’s community power law is reshaping the electricity market