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Ohio lawmakers cite Clean Power Plan in push for 'freeze' extension

Backers of a move to keep Ohio’s renewable and energy efficiency standards frozen and weaken them further say they’re motivated by litigation challenging the Clean Power Plan.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 19 April 2016
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Minnesota study challenges 'coal car' claims about electric vehicles

A new life-cycle analysis finds that in Minnesota, electric vehicles emit 61 percent fewer greenhouse gases than gasoline-powered automobiles.

By Frank Jossi . 20 April 2016
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Coal company claims water rules would kill underground mining

The nation’s largest underground coal mining company claims a proposed update to the federal stream protection rule is the top regulatory threat to its industry.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 27 April 2016
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Ohio project takes advantage of untapped hydro potential

A series of six small hydroelectric projects along the Muskingum River in southeastern Ohio point to hydropower's potential as a robust, if underused, energy source for the state, supporters say.

By Douglas J. Guth . 22 April 2016
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Iowa rural co-op goes 100% 'carbon-free' with renewable credits

An Iowa electric co-op that has set its sights on going “carbon-free” will begin this year by investing in enough renewable energy credits to fully offset its use of carbon-based fuels.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 28 April 2016
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Advocates see upside in rejection of Missouri utility's clean energy resolution

A shareholder resolution pushing a Missouri utility got 8.5 percent of the vote last week, and advocates say that's not necessarily bad news.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 2 May 2016
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Q&A: An energy storage solution may already be in your basement

A national initiative led by a Minnesota co-op executive will help promote water heaters as a cost-effective alternative to battery storage for homes.

By Frank Jossi . 2 May 2016
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Surprise Illinois energy bill turns up heat on nuclear, solar debates

In the latest act in a years-long drama over Illinois' energy future, ComEd and Exelon have announced a new bill they say reconciles the state's competing interests.

By Kari Lydersen . 5 May 2016
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Critics: New FirstEnergy ‘bailout’ plan ‘would make Houdini blush’

FirstEnergy’s latest attempt to recast its Ohio plan to guarantee income for certain power plants remains fatally flawed in the eyes of challengers and other critics.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 9 May 2016
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Michigan's capital city offers glimpse into utility planning future

A key component of energy plans being pushed through the Michigan Legislature has been unfolding with the state’s largest municipal utility since October — and with a mixed reception.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 11 May 2016