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Clean energy groups say N.C. ratemaking bill gives Duke a pass on real reform

Multiyear ratemaking should be paired with performance goals or metrics that encourage clean energy, groups say.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 12 June 2019
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In Virginia, local government holdouts slow rollout of clean energy financing tool

The state’s property assessed clean energy law requires local governments to pass ordinances to establish the program.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 11 June 2019
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This Virginia city is rooted in tobacco, but its revival is drawing power from solar

Danville, Virginia, is in the midst of an economic and civic revival that’s powered in part by new solar projects.

By Mason Adams . 10 June 2019
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In controversial N.C. ratemaking bill, a tool to help retire Duke coal plants

Clean energy advocates want legislation that would allow securitization for refinancing aging coal plant debt.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 5 June 2019
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Appalachian gas storage hub seeks federal clean energy loan guarantee

Several environmental groups are considering legal options if the Trump administration approves $1.9 billion in taxpayer-backed guarantee.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 31 May 2019
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Commentary: It’s time for Virginia to power a clean energy future

Salesforce is calling on Virginia’s utilities, regulators, and lawmakers to prioritize clean energy in their policymaking and grid-planning activities.

By Patrick Flynn . 31 May 2019
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Q&A: Climate leader works to shape ‘environmental awakening’ in Virginia

“We want environmental justice to become part of every breath we’re taking as a movement,” the Virginia Interfaith Power & Light director says.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 29 May 2019
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Dominion needs to ramp up efficiency programs to hit mandate, advocates say

Virginia’s 2018 energy law requires the utility to spend $870 million on efficiency programs over the next decade.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 24 May 2019
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In N.C., women underrepresented but hopeful about future in solar industry

When women get a foot in the door at solar companies, they succeed in multiple roles regardless of degrees and resumes.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 23 May 2019
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Virginia solar installer partners with city to train and diversify workforce

Sun Tribe Solar worked with Charlottesville, Virginia, on a curriculum that’s opening doors to an often insular field.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 16 May 2019