The Gazette | Ron Corbett, January 28 At the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, we are thrilled that Iowa leads the nation with 60% of electricity coming from renewable sources to power our members’ businesses. In 2024, we hope that clean energy continues to be a priority. Our organization sees a growing trend of companiesContinueContinue reading “Prioritize clean power development in 2024”
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Utility-scale solar could be a big win for Ohio’s livestock farmers
Idea Stream Public Media | Clare Roth November 30 Renewable energy in Ohio is about to ramp up. The Ohio Power Siting Board says over two dozen utility scale solar farms were approved this year. Those farms will need upkeep, and not just of the panels: solar companies will need to manage weeds and shrubs onContinueContinue reading “Utility-scale solar could be a big win for Ohio’s livestock farmers”
New U.S. Department of the Treasury Analysis: Inflation Reduction Act Driving Clean Energy Investment to Underserved Communities, Communities at the Forefront of Fossil Fuel Production
US Department of the Treasury | Press Release November 29 Investments in historical energy communities have grown especially quickly, and most investments are landing in disadvantaged counties WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published new analysis on the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act in driving clean energy investment to communities thatContinueContinue reading “New U.S. Department of the Treasury Analysis: Inflation Reduction Act Driving Clean Energy Investment to Underserved Communities, Communities at the Forefront of Fossil Fuel Production”
Lucas: Innovative transmission project will be good for Dubuque, Iowa
Telegraph Herald | Jacob Lucas November 29 A first-of-its-kind transmission project Iowa is an energy powerhouse thanks to an abundance of natural resources that set us apart from many other states. Iowa is a national leader in deployment of wind and solar; our state has a significant opportunity for energy output, allowing for a robustContinueContinue reading “Lucas: Innovative transmission project will be good for Dubuque, Iowa”
CEJA legislation has boosted Illinois solar development over two years
Solar Builder | SB Staff September 27 The solar industry in Illinois is celebrating the second anniversary of a pivotal piece of legislation that has supercharged development. Two years after Illinois’ landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) was signed into law on Sept. 15, 2021, solar advocates and industry members are celebrating its success and theContinueContinue reading “CEJA legislation has boosted Illinois solar development over two years”
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: IOWA POLL ON CLEAN ENERGY
Iowa Business for Clean Energy | Interviews conducted December 2020 Poll Results: Executive Summary Poll Results: Top Lines The Iowa Business for Clean Energy released a new poll that found Iowans overwhelmingly support clean energy development in Iowa and believe it helps drive down the cost of energy. The poll, conducted by Nexus Polling, theContinueContinue reading “EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: IOWA POLL ON CLEAN ENERGY”
Report: Illinois leads Midwest in building ‘clean power’ capacity
Public News Service | Mark Richardson September 29 A new report ranks Illinois first among 11 Midwestern states for the amount of clean power capacity under construction, and second for new clean power capacity. The American Clean Energy Association said wind, solar, and energy storage plants currently provide almost 14% of the electricity produced in Illinois, potentiallyContinueContinue reading “Report: Illinois leads Midwest in building ‘clean power’ capacity”
Midwest taps dueling strategies to supercharge renewables
Energy Wire | Jeffrey Tomich September 18 Illinois and Indiana are separated by more than a state line, time zones and which political party dominates state government. The Midwest neighbors have also taken opposite tacks to enable more renewable energy development. Democratically controlled Illinois enacted a law in January that prohibits counties from blocking windContinueContinue reading “Midwest taps dueling strategies to supercharge renewables”
Wausau mayor, local leaders showcase investments for ambitious clean energy plan
WSAW-TV | Sean White September 14 WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Wausau Mayor Katie Rosenberg joined Marathon County Supervisor John Robinson and Northwind Solar’s Mike Kane to highlight federal climate and clean energy investments. Those investments will go towards support of Wausau’s ambitious plan to move city government operations to more secure and 100% clean energyContinueContinue reading “Wausau mayor, local leaders showcase investments for ambitious clean energy plan”
MN Part of Nationwide Burst of Clean-Energy Jobs
Public News Service | Mike Moen September 19 Federal data show much of the U.S. is seeing job growth for the clean energy sector, and Minnesota is no exception, as new regional numbers confirm the state is adding more workers to the field. The organization Clean Energy Economy Minnesota is out with a new report, noting aroundContinueContinue reading “MN Part of Nationwide Burst of Clean-Energy Jobs”