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Virginia governor rolls back plastics phase-out, seeking to court recycling

An executive order this spring by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin trumpeted efforts to boost recycling, but it also eliminated a commitment by his predecessor to phase out single-use plastics at state agencies and universities.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 21 June 2022
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Warned of ‘massive’ climate-led extinction, Southern Company funded crisis denial ads

The Georgia-based utility spent at least $62.1 million running campaigns to deceive the public about climate change, new research has found.

By Geoff Dembicki . 8 June 2022
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‘Elder power’ a force in Virginia as more retirees step up climate action game

A state chapter of environmentalist Bill McKibben’s Third Act marches on big banks to shut off funding for the Mountain Valley Pipeline and other fossil fuel infrastructure. One rally participant realized, “Oh my gosh, it’s my turn.”

By Elizabeth McGowan . 8 June 2022
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Will clean energy make the short list in North Carolina legislature’s short session?

Five energy-related bills are in the mix that could lower utility bills, expand access to rooftop solar, and promote electric vehicles.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 31 May 2022
ENN

Is hydrogen overhyped? A Virginia clean energy advocate doesn’t think so

Alleyn Harned is realistic about the limitations of producing hydrogen from renewable energy. But he still sees it as a critical piece of the puzzle for reducing emissions.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 27 May 2022
ENN

Need a dose of climate optimism? Look to Charlottesville business collaborative

A Charlottesville business alliance is quickly progressing toward a goal of cutting carbon pollution by 45% by the end of 2025. Successes include energy audits and a family-owned fossil fuel distributor’s unlikely embrace of solar power.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 19 May 2022
ENN

Advocates say Duke Energy’s North Carolina climate plan relies too heavily on fossil fuels

Duke Energy's plan to meet North Carolina's climate law is met with skepticism; state regulators will have the final say.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 17 May 2022
ENN

DeSantis net-metering veto highlights path for solar in red states, advocates say

While the Florida governor’s veto of a utility-backed bill to block net metering caught many off guard, advocates say it’s part of a growing movement of conservative support for solar power.

By Dan Haugen . 16 May 2022
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Mid-Atlantic solar advocates watch with concern as shared solar efforts hit snags

Customer billing problems in the District of Columbia and steep fees proposed in Virginia threaten to sink the potential impact of shared, community solar programs in the region. Solar developers are watching with concern.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 5 May 2022
ENN

In N.C., clean energy apprenticeship program set to double this summer

The North Carolina Clean Energy Youth Apprenticeship Program is designed to inspire and train community college and high school students to work in the state’s burgeoning clean energy economy.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 4 May 2022

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Virginia governor rolls back plastics phase-out, seeking to court recycling

Warned of ‘massive’ climate-led extinction, Southern Company funded crisis denial ads

‘Elder power’ a force in Virginia as more retirees step up climate action game

Will clean energy make the short list in North Carolina legislature’s short session?

Is hydrogen overhyped? A Virginia clean energy advocate doesn’t think so

Need a dose of climate optimism? Look to Charlottesville business collaborative

Advocates say Duke Energy’s North Carolina climate plan relies too heavily on fossil fuels

DeSantis net-metering veto highlights path for solar in red states, advocates say

Mid-Atlantic solar advocates watch with concern as shared solar efforts hit snags

In N.C., clean energy apprenticeship program set to double this summer