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In Maine, coalition works to make sure organized labor has role in offshore wind

A group of environmental and labor organizations want a state offshore wind advisory committee in its final plan to include more specific language recommending project labor and labor peace agreements.

By Sarah Shemkus . 1 February 2023
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Coal ash crackdown continues as EPA denies extensions for six power plants

The move signals the agency’s commitment to enforce 2015 federal rules that had been widely flaunted by companies and ignored by regulators.

By Kari Lydersen . 25 January 2023
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In N.H., frustrations and finger-pointing as Dems try again on climate legislation

As New Hampshire’s legislative session begins, Democratic lawmakers and their allies blame Republican Gov. Chris Sununu and his party for failing to act on clean energy and greenhouse gas emissions in the state.

By Lisa Prevost . 25 January 2023
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Connecticut homeowner associations can no longer block solar installations

The provision was added to the 35-page Connecticut Clean Air Act before it was approved by lawmakers last session. Associations may still adopt rules on the size and placement of solar installations.

By Lisa Prevost . 18 January 2023
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Massachusetts climate advocates say the fight over renewable gas isn’t over yet

A decision by state regulators last month was a setback for renewable natural gas, but environmental advocates say it left the door open for future attempts to promote captured methane as a climate solution, despite its drawbacks.

By Sarah Shemkus . 12 January 2023
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Solar program aims to cut energy costs for lower-income Rhode Island residents

The New England state recently issued a request for proposals from solar companies to partner on a program that will lease and install solar equipment on homes owned by low- to moderate-income residents.

By Lisa Prevost . 10 January 2023
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R.I. must accelerate transportation emission cuts to hit 2030 target, advocates say

A growing number of advocates are calling on Rhode Island to get more aggressive about investing in mass transit and other transportation emissions mitigation measures in order to achieve its 2030 greenhouse gas goal.

By Lisa Prevost . 9 January 2023
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In Connecticut, frustration grows over lack of access to Canadian hydropower

Stalled and contested transmission line projects have prevented New England from tapping into greater amounts of hydropower. Some officials and advocates say better collaboration among states is critical.

By Lisa Prevost . 6 January 2023
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Advocates say Massachusetts clean heat policy needs focus on heat pumps, equity

Climate groups warn that a clean heat performance standard under development by state officials could slow the transition from fossil fuels if it allows too much compliance through hydrogen and renewable natural gas.

By Sarah Shemkus . 5 January 2023
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Climate solutions for Great Lakes power grid include better planning, transmission

Advocates say electric grid operators need to update their planning process to better prepare for extreme weather that’s becoming more common, and that more transmission lines can help lessen the risk of blackouts.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 19 December 2022

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In Maine, coalition works to make sure organized labor has role in offshore wind

Coal ash crackdown continues as EPA denies extensions for six power plants

In N.H., frustrations and finger-pointing as Dems try again on climate legislation

Connecticut homeowner associations can no longer block solar installations

Massachusetts climate advocates say the fight over renewable gas isn’t over yet

Solar program aims to cut energy costs for lower-income Rhode Island residents

R.I. must accelerate transportation emission cuts to hit 2030 target, advocates say

In Connecticut, frustration grows over lack of access to Canadian hydropower

Advocates say Massachusetts clean heat policy needs focus on heat pumps, equity

Climate solutions for Great Lakes power grid include better planning, transmission