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IRA offers lucrative incentives for low-income community solar, but also creates new challenges

Developers are working to build trust in communities that have long been shut out of the clean energy transition.

By Kari Lydersen . 8 January 2024
Electrification

How to get people to kick fossil fuels out of their homes

A new study of 10,000 Americans suggests decarbonization programs should focus on reducing upfront costs and emphasize health, comfort — and even aesthetic benefits.

By Alison F. Takemura . 8 January 2024
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St. Paul, Minnesota sees city buildings as opportunity for quick wins on climate plan goals

While a small part of the Minnesota capital city’s overall emissions, municipal buildings are also a priority for decarbonization because they can help St. Paul lead by example.

By Frank Jossi . 5 January 2024
Northeast Energy News

Another canceled Northeast offshore wind contract

4 January 2024
Hydrogen

New 'clean' hydrogen rules will favor some regions more than others

Strict tax credit rules will reward hydrogen production where wind and solar thrive — and are drawing ire in regions with nuclear and hydropower that won't qualify.

By Jeff St. John . 4 January 2024
Climatetech finance

First Solar cashes in with sale of IRA tax credits worth up to $700M

The Ohio-based solar giant says it's the first major deal to use new tax-credit transfer provisions, which help firms maximize the value of clean energy subsidies.

By Eric Wesoff . 3 January 2024
Clean energy manufacturing

Battery Belt communities fight for a fair shake as projects get underway

As construction commences on multibillion-dollar facilities across the U.S., citizen groups are organizing to secure benefits that accrue beyond the factory walls.

By Katie Myers . 3 January 2024
Transmission

Could 2024 be a breakout year for the transmission grid?

How can the U.S. build enough transmission lines to combat climate change? Here’s what’s on the table for grid reforms in 2024.

By Jeff St. John . 3 January 2024
Electrification

5 New Year’s resolutions to electrify your life

Want to decarbonize your home and commute? Here are some low-stakes steps to kick-start your electrification journey.

By Alison F. Takemura . 2 January 2024
Canary Media

My life on the road for Canary

Our roving correspondent explains how and why he's been traveling the U.S. and the world to report on the clean energy transition.

By Julian Spector . 27 December 2023