Minnesota Reformer | Larry Barker, February 18, 2025 Even as we fear the worst from what’s happening in Washington, where fossil fuel lobbyists now have the upper hand, the transition from fossil fuels to non-carbon fuels is well under way here in Minnesota. The use of coal-fired electrical power plants has declined since 2020, noContinueContinue reading “The energy transition away from fossil fuels has many benefits, including for Greater Minnesota”
Category Archives: Posts
Iowa wind, solar power can revitalize us with more jobs and extra income | Opinion
Des Moines Register | Rand Fisher, February 16, 2025 It’s time for Iowa to commit to a ‘forward-focused, all-of-the-above energy strategy’ for the benefit of our economy, communities and one another. Iowa is an energy leader and has seized success by being proactive and evolving with new technology. As energy demand in the state increases,ContinueContinue reading “Iowa wind, solar power can revitalize us with more jobs and extra income | Opinion”
Why clean energy is playing a vital role in Michigan’s economy
Fast Company | Fastco Works, February 11, 2025 When it comes to issues surrounding climate change, people often fall into two camps: the doomers and the gloomers. In Michigan, however, leaders are working diligently to create a third pathway: optimists. In 2023, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Clean Energy & Jobs Act, a bipartisan legislative packageContinueContinue reading “Why clean energy is playing a vital role in Michigan’s economy”
Letter to the Editor: Wind powers Newton’s manufacturing industry
Newton News | Frank Liebl, January 31, 2025 This year is starting on a high note here in Newton. Thanks to the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s recent decision to aid TPI Composites with their reopening, Newton’s largest employer is set to start production in mid-May. The renewable energy industry has a way of providing forContinueContinue reading “Letter to the Editor: Wind powers Newton’s manufacturing industry”
MN moves forward on another power grid project
Public News Service | Mike Moen, February 6, 2025 On the heels of a regulatory victory, utilities and various energy groups in Minnesota are expressing more optimism about the region’s power grid – and its ability to accommodate a diverse set of electricity sources. In late January, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved a permitContinueContinue reading “MN moves forward on another power grid project”
Transmission is the key to American energy dominance
Utility Dive | Christina Hayes, January 31, 2025 A lot can change in four years. When it comes to our energy grid, the axiom rings especially true. As the Trump administration gets settled in, new challenges are threatening the reliability and affordability of our energy systems. The rise of artificial intelligence and a domestic manufacturingContinueContinue reading “Transmission is the key to American energy dominance”
Ohio’s Solar Revolution: How renewable energy is changing the rules of the game
tododisca | January 18, 2025 Ohio is stepping into the spotlight as a leader in renewable energy, with massive solar projects like the Union Solar Farm and Fox Squirrel Solar Farm driving a clean energy revolution. These projects are not just about sustainability—they’re transforming local economies and communities in ways that go beyond the environment.ContinueContinue reading “Ohio’s Solar Revolution: How renewable energy is changing the rules of the game”
SolarBank Sparks Solar Surge: A Bright Future for U.S. Renewable Energy
Carbon Credits | Saptakee S., January 28, 2025 Solar energy is experiencing a remarkable surge in the U.S., driven by significant new installations and strong policy support. This growth is largely due to developers completing projects in the last year and opening new opportunities in 2025. Amid this surge, SolarBank, a leading North American solarContinueContinue reading “SolarBank Sparks Solar Surge: A Bright Future for U.S. Renewable Energy”
In Iowa, clean energy results in property tax relief | Opinion
Des Moines Register | Waylon Brown, January 29, 2025 Gov. Kim Reynolds said it best during her Condition of the State address: “Iowa has always benefited from looking forward — to anticipating future needs and getting ahead of the curve. Energy is a clear example.” Our state’s demand for energy is significantly increasing as AI andContinueContinue reading “In Iowa, clean energy results in property tax relief | Opinion”
Ohio cities embrace clean energy innovation
Public News Service | Farah Siddiqi, January 14, 2025 Clean energy initiatives are gaining momentum across Ohio, with efforts aimed at expanding access and advancing sustainability. Not limited to energy, the programs can reflect a broader vision for Ohioans striving for economic and environmental resilience. Valerie Katz, deputy administrator for Cuyahoga Green Energy, said theContinueContinue reading “Ohio cities embrace clean energy innovation”