Canary Media | Julian Spector, May 20 American manufacturing has already surged in the clean energy sector, bringing with it significant economic rewards. That’s the main takeaway from a census of U.S. clean energy factories, published today by the American Clean Power Association trade group. The report identifies 200 operating across 38 states as of early 2025. The production of solarContinueContinue reading “Just how many jobs and GDP dollars do US clean energy factories create?”
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Opinion | More solar energy in Michigan will spark investment, job opportunities
Bridge Michigan | Peder Mewis, April 28 As Michigan navigates the evolving landscape of energy production, solar power stands out as a practical, commonsense solution that benefits the state’s economy, environment and energy reliability. A repeal of PA 233, as is intended by a bill making its way through the Legislature, would stall the benefitsContinueContinue reading “Opinion | More solar energy in Michigan will spark investment, job opportunities”
Clean energy in Minnesota is reliable, affordable and resilient
MinnPost | Gregg Mast and Lisa Jacobson, April 25 Minnesota doesn’t just talk about clean energy; we deliver results. The latest data shows we’re ahead of the curve and setting the pace for the rest of the Midwest. The newly released 2025 Minnesota Energy Factsheet, produced by Clean Energy Economy MN and the Business CouncilContinueContinue reading “Clean energy in Minnesota is reliable, affordable and resilient”
Report Shows Solar Aids Land and Health
Wisconsin Ag Connection | Jamie Martin, April 24 A recent analysis from Clean Wisconsin shows that large-scale solar farms built on traditional farmland can greatly improve local environmental and public health conditions. These farms replace intensive row crop farming, which is a major source of soil erosion and water contamination. Solar farms planted with perennialContinueContinue reading “Report Shows Solar Aids Land and Health”
Report: More MN electricity is clean and homegrown
Public News Service | Mike Moen, April 21 Minnesota is becoming less reliant on energy imports to power up homes and businesses. That’s a key finding in the latest summary of contributions from renewable sources. The 2025 fact sheet from Clean Energy Economy Minnesota shows the state imported just 11% of the total electricity it usedContinueContinue reading “Report: More MN electricity is clean and homegrown”
Wind energy projects provide local revenue | Opinion
Pontiac Daily Leader | Jeff Danielson, April 18 Illinois is a forward-thinking energy state. By being proactive and embracing cost-effective, sustainable energy sources, the state reaps substantial economic benefits and a reliable energy grid. Wind energy plays a significant role in realizing these benefits, contributing to the state’s goal of achieving clean energy sustainability. TheContinueContinue reading “Wind energy projects provide local revenue | Opinion”
Indiana is on the path to being a national leader in clean energy | OPINION
The Herald-Times | Nadia Cain, April 11 Affordable. Abundant. Clean. That’s the future of Indiana’s energy sector. With smart investments in an all-of-the-above energy approach, Indiana is a significant part of achieving American energy dominance. According to the State of Indiana, in 2023, the state was the nation’s second-largest coal consumer, after Texas, fueling 45% ofContinueContinue reading “Indiana is on the path to being a national leader in clean energy | OPINION”
Renewable energy can strengthen county infrastructure, public schools
Tama-Toledo News Chronicle | Paul Lovell, March 26 In a recent case study on the economic impact of wind energy in Howard County, I had the opportunity to work with the Center for Rural Affairs (CFRA). The full report is written by Alex Delworth, Senior Policy Associate, and is available on the CFRA’s website. ToContinueContinue reading “Renewable energy can strengthen county infrastructure, public schools”
Letter to the editor: Solar energy is bringing the power to Illinois
Journal-Courier | March 24 Southern Illinois is expanding its local energy leadership, a testament to its economic development vision. EDP Renewables North America recently announced the completion of two solar projects generating 250 megawatts of clean energy. Hickory and Wolf Run Solar Parks will produce enough electricity to power 62,800 average Illinois homes and supportContinueContinue reading “Letter to the editor: Solar energy is bringing the power to Illinois”
Iowa’s clean energy powerhouse potential
The Gazette | Sarah Green, March 18 Iowa is a powerhouse for renewable energy production. Especially with the expected rapid expansion of data centers, Iowa must be prepared to meet forthcoming energy demands while ensuring a sustainable and affordable energy future for all Iowans. Iowa is positioned to meet even large future energy needs withContinueContinue reading “Iowa’s clean energy powerhouse potential”