Energy Policy
Friday, September 20, 2024
Duke Energy's proposed rate hike, profits under fire
Duke Energy is facing criticism over its proposed rate hikes of up to 16%, while delaying the retirement of its coal-fired power plants in Indiana…
Friday, September 20, 2024
Solar power drives change in Ohio’s disadvantaged areas
Ohio's most vulnerable communities are set to benefit from more than $312 million in federal funding aimed at reducing energy costs and promoting envi…
Friday, September 20, 2024
Utility regulators deny NV Energy rate change for northern NV customers
Nevada leaders and community groups are pleased with this week's decision by state utility regulators to reject NV Energy's request to raise its basic…
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Rural AZ inn saves on energy bills, helps environment
This article was produced by Local First Arizona.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Arizona News Connection reporting for the Local First Arizona-…
Thursday, September 19, 2024
IL energy jobs growth is strong, lacks female workers
Rising demands for clean energy efficiency are producing a wealth of work opportunities in Illinois. These in-demand jobs are also promoting a …
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Iowa researchers shine light on the future of energy use
Researchers at Iowa State University are taking aim at the huge amount of energy used by data centers, now and in the future. They have developed a …
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Report: WA's cap-and-invest program could add 45,000 jobs, $9 billion
Washington's clean energy law could bring thousands of jobs and billions of dollars to the state, according to a new report. Greenline Insights' …
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Columbia U. climate research 'biased' by fossil fuel funding
A new report contends fossil fuel funding has biased Columbia University's climate research. The report, by two Columbia students, shows the …
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Environmental advocates call on Newsom to sign 'make polluters pay' bills
Groups concerned about pollution and climate change are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a trio of bills dubbed the "make polluters pay" package…
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
An under-the-radar profession could use a helping hand
September is Workforce Development Month and North Dakota offices managing energy assistance programs hope people in need of a fresh career start will…
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Tri-State to lower customer energy costs by $400 million over 20 years
Colorado's second-largest electricity provider, the Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, projects new federal clean energy funding will …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
EV charging stations coming to NW Arkansas
The Ozark Regional Transit Authority will use a $14.9 million federal grant to build electric vehicle charging stations around northwest Arkansas…