More than 40 killed in US north-east amid sudden heavy rains and flooding
Deaths and damage spanned huge areas in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Maryland.
Connecticut regulators plan major growth in battery storage, EV charging
The state Public Utilities Regulatory Authority “largely stay the course” in its wide-ranging grid modernization proceedings, releasing final plans for building out charging infrastructure and...
New England solar developer’s legal wrangling draws praise, criticism
Thomas Melone most recently made headlines by suing to overturn approvals for the Vineyard Wind offshore project. Critics say his company’s litigious approach is doing...
In Connecticut, another boost for fuel cell industry reignites subsidy debate
A bill signed into law last week will require electric distribution companies to solicit 30 megawatts of new generation from fuel cells. Critics say the...
Connecticut neighborhood pushes back against planned fuel cell power plant
The proposed facility would convert natural gas to electricity through a chemical process that emits carbon but eliminates other air pollution associated with combustion power...
Connecticut auto dealerships say direct EV sales could wipe out franchise model
An analysis paid for by the Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association warns of thousands of job losses if lawmakers allow electric vehicle makers to sell directly...
Connecticut towns, solar developers attempt to settle property tax dispute
Solar companies say a state law was meant to exempt residential installations from property taxes, but unclear language instead prompted some towns to start taxing...
Connecticut considers stretch code that lets cities push builders on efficiency
The legislation, which has cleared a committee vote but faces opposition from homebuilders, would allow cities to adopt building standards more in line with standards...