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Commentary: Michigan green tariff expansion could define future of renewable procurement

The state is closer than ever to achieving voluntary green pricing programs that offer the competitive pricing and flexibility that customers want, writes Laura Sherman of the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council.

By Guest Contributor . 15 June 2020
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Analysts: Local renewable fights threaten 100% clean power

More than 100 cities, counties and states around the country have enacted ordinances restricting renewable energy projects, according to a new report.

By Miranda Willson . 11 March 2021
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Massive data centers consuming large amounts of energy have eyes on South Dakota

The state's cold climate, which can cut down on cooling costs, and abundant wind power make it an attractive location, a developer says.

By Joshua Haiar . 10 December 2024
Clean energy

Illinois proves states have a lot of power to advance clean energy

The state is working on its third major climate bill in the last decade, after the past two propelled solar deployment and clean jobs.

By Kathryn Krawczyk . 7 March 2025
Politics

Trump’s energy agenda had a tough week in court

It started with an order to restore climate funding for blue states, and ended today with yet another judge saying Trump can't halt offshore wind construction.

By Kathryn Krawczyk . 16 January 2026
Long-duration energy storage

A new thermal battery could help this Minnesota campus electrify heat

Cache Energy’s pilot project harnesses excess wind power from UMN Morris’ two turbines to heat a carpentry shop and could be expanded across campus.

By Brian Martucci . 22 April 2026
Politics

Fossil fuel promoters tied to campaign to keep Ohio county renewable ban

Richland County voters are deciding whether to reject a wind and solar ban. Organizations linked to pro-gas interests have given money to keep it in place.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 24 April 2026
Energy storage

Are market constraints hampering the evolution of ‘last-mile’ grid resources?

Future grids will need assets on standby for times when there isn't enough wind and solar. But how will these assets be valued and compensated?

By Jason Deign . 27 April 2021
Hydrogen

Newsletter: The physical footprint behind the hydrogen economy hype

If the world goes big on green hydrogen, it would entail a massive buildout of wind and solar.

By Julian Spector . 14 July 2021
Clean energy

What 24/7 carbon-free energy can achieve over the long term

New modeling from Princeton projects the expected impact from companies and cities procuring carbon-free electricity for every hour of every day.

By David Roberts . 24 November 2021