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When it comes to energy efficiency, Duke Energy is ‘average.’ Will N.C. regulators demand more?

Studies by outside groups and the utility itself point to massive untapped savings that could save ratepayers billions of dollars.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 15 December 2022
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Illinois coalition demands clean trucks, building on clean power law

The NET-Z coalition is asking the state to adopt a rule that would mandate electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles comprise an increasing percentage of heavy and medium-duty trucks sold in the state.

By Kari Lydersen . 20 December 2022
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Chicago company brings climate-friendly development to communities that need it most

A project that combines energy efficiency, solar power and electrification is part of developer A.J. Patton’s mission to invest in under-resourced neighborhoods.

By Audrey Henderson . 4 January 2023
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Solar program aims to cut energy costs for lower-income Rhode Island residents

The New England state recently issued a request for proposals from solar companies to partner on a program that will lease and install solar equipment on homes owned by low- to moderate-income residents.

By Lisa Prevost . 10 January 2023
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Report: Duke Energy’s N.C. coal plants more expensive to run than building new solar farms

The analysis by the clean energy policy firm Energy Innovation concludes that Duke Energy could save customers money by swiftly shutting down its coal plants and replacing them with a mix of solar and energy storage.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 30 January 2023
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A hidden challenge for Minneapolis climate goals: shoddy insulation

In the country’s coldest large city, an analysis reveals that about two-thirds of homes listed for sale since 2020 had inadequate insulation. Addressing the problem is key to reducing emissions and preparing for heat pumps.

By Frank Jossi . 3 February 2023
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Commentary: To unlock the IRA's full potential, we need to include low-income renters

The lowest-income American families are most vulnerable to inflation because they spend the greatest portions of their budgets on essentials. For energy, the gap is particularly striking

By Jesse Cohen . 6 February 2023
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Illinois county offered payments to back Navigator carbon dioxide pipeline

Officials in McDonough County passed a pipeline moratorium last year; developers are offering 30 years of payments in exchange for “good faith” support of the project.

By Kari Lydersen . 3 February 2023
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Across the country, a big backlash to new renewables is mounting

Climate goals and tax incentives are encouraging renewable energy development, sparking battles over loss of habitat and farmland and other concerns.

By Robert Zullo . 15 February 2023
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Despite national goals, agricultural greenhouse gas emissions continue unchecked

While nationwide emissions from energy and other sectors have fallen in recent decades, those from agriculture — especially livestock and corn — have grown.

By Erin Jordan . 16 February 2023