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Virginia startup aims to create green score for existing homes

A Virginia startup aspires to provide a guide of sorts for homeowners to focus improvements on energy features that can boost market values along with updated kitchens and bathrooms.

By Jim Pierobon . 23 June 2016
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Commentary: Offshore wind makes good economic sense for Carolinas

Wind as a clean energy source is in our nature along the South Carolina coast. And along the northern part of the coast, most area residents, businesses, tourists, and marine recreationists are in agreement.

22 June 2016
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North Carolina lawmakers sit on bill that would resolve solar dispute

A bill that would allow third party solar sales in North Carolina has been languishing in the legislature since August.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 20 June 2016
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Community solar benefiting co-op members in North Carolina

Four North Carolina rural co-ops are developing community solar projects for members.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 10 June 2016
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Groups seek to break 'chilling atmosphere' for solar in Virginia

While this year’s Virginia General Assembly declined to take up significant proposals relating to solar power, stakeholders are trying to lay the groundwork for potential action next year.

By Jim Pierobon . 7 June 2016
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In Virginia, advocates point to utility as key solar obstacle

As advocates, entrepreneurs and policy leaders push to expand solar power in Virginia, nearly all of them point to the same obstacle – Dominion Virginia Power, the state’s largest utility.

By Jim Pierobon . 6 June 2016
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With federal help, rural co-ops tackling energy efficiency

Finding ways to pay for energy efficiency upgrades in North Carolina's rural communities. Plus, some unexpected benefits that come with making your home more energy efficient.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 3 June 2016
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In North Carolina legislature, some energy bills still languish

As the North Carolina legislature's short session continues, several pieces of energy-related legislation could come under consideration.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 3 June 2016
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Q&A: How a Georgia Republican pushed his state forward on solar

At first glance, Lauren “Bubba” McDonald Jr. doesn’t seem a likely advocate for solar power.

By Gillian Neimark . 2 June 2016
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North Carolina legislature reforms coal ash commission despite veto threat

With a new bill passed by wide margins, North Carolina lawmakers are again challenging their state's governor on coal ash oversight.

By Rhiannon Fionn . 1 June 2016