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Democratic gains change the odds for Virginia energy legislation

After Democratic gains in last November’s election, several energy-related bills in the Virginia General Assembly face different odds than they would have a year ago.

By Jim Pierobon . 17 January 2018
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Atlantic Coast Pipeline hits more delays in North Carolina

North Carolina regulators Wednesday announced the latest round of setbacks for the 600-mile Atlantic Coast Pipeline — delaying a decision on the project’s clean water certificate until as late as February and postponing several other environmental permits.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 11 January 2018
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Concrete makers say there's demand for Dominion's coal ash

Concrete makers in Virginia say Dominion Energy doesn’t need to worry about running out of customers for its 30 million tons of waste coal ash.

By Jim Pierobon . 5 January 2018
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North Carolina hopes to lure 'EV tourists' with rural charging stations

West Jefferson is among the first communities to benefit from an effort by North Carolina's 26 electric cooperatives to lure electric-vehicle drivers off the beaten path to remote and scenic areas they might have otherwise avoided out of range anxiety.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 3 January 2018
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Year in review: The top stories of 2017

A recap of the most-read stories from 2017.

By Ken Paulman . 21 December 2017
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North Carolina backpedals on building energy code changes

North Carolina officials voted to roll back changes to the state's building code last week in response to opposition from the state's homebuilders association.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 21 December 2017
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Solar industry says $5.6B in Southeast projects threatened by tariff

As much as $5.6 billion in solar investments and nearly 15,000 jobs in four Southeast states would be at risk if President Trump places tariffs on imported solar panels, according to an industry analysis.

By Jim Pierobon . 19 December 2017
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Trump’s mining regulator nominee was once dropped by the agency for doing 'junk' work

President Donald Trump’s choice to head a federal coal mine regulator, like more than one of his nominees, is a vocal critic of the very agency he’s being asked to lead.

15 December 2017
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Workshops aim to train architects, engineers on solar basics

While training opportunities abound for installers, a series of workshops in three southern cities aims to bring architects and other design professionals up to speed on solar.

By Douglas J. Guth . 12 December 2017
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Overshadowed by coal ash issue, debate continues over Duke Energy's fixed charge

As a high-profile hearing over Duke Energy’s proposed rate hike in North Carolina continues, an expert witness for anti-poverty and environmental groups said the utility’s own data prove it should lower – not raise – the flat monthly fee it levies on residential customers.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 7 December 2017