Gas ‘peaker’ plant would make way for more renewables, Massachusetts utilities say
A proposed 55-megawatt natural gas power plant faces pushback over carbon emissions and other pollution, but backers say the affordable option for adding capacity will...
Utility grant poses potential conflict for Michigan ratepayer board appointee
Utility watchdogs and ethics experts said a utility foundation’s donation last year to a Highland Park church creates the appearance of a conflict of interest...
Rhode Island climate law sets the stage for the state’s next fight: transportation
State lawmakers must pass authorizing legislation before joining a regional cap-and-invest program to reduce vehicle emissions. A bill is expected to be introduced soon, but...
Environmental groups step up push for cooling towers at Merrimack coal plant
The Sierra Club and Conservation Law Foundation want changes to an EPA water permit issued last year for what will soon be the last coal-fired...
Commentary: Washington can lead the transition to cleaner transportation
The Clean Fuel Standard offers enormous benefits for the state’s economy, its workers, and public wellbeing, writes John Dannan. Commentary: Washington can lead the transition...
Union-backed bill calls for prevailing wage for Illinois renewable projects
The Climate Union Jobs Act would provide insurance, tuition and employment assistance for displaced coal plant workers and establish labor protections for renewable projects that...
Auto dealer sees Clean Cars as great first step for electric vehicles in Virginia
In an interview, the president and CEO of Carter Myers Automotive in Charlottesville, Virginia, talks about the opportunities and challenges for auto dealers as the...
Michigan solar supporters make new push to eliminate rooftop solar caps
A group of Michigan lawmakers is trying again to get rid of a 1% cap limiting distributed energy in investor-owned utility territories, and they’re hopeful...