Canary Media | Kari Lydersen, October 7 In fact, utility-scale solar projects can modestly boost property values, according to data from the Midwest. A newly published study examining property values near dozens of large Midwest solar farms has found no significant negative impact — and even a slight positive effect — from the projects, according toContinueContinue reading “Solar farms don’t hurt nearby property values, new research finds”
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Ohio’s clean-energy surge drives jobs, growth
Public News Service | Farah Siddiqi, October 8 As Ohio continues to embrace clean energy solutions, the debate over its economic and environmental impact remains a focal point for residents. With solar energy manufacturing on the rise and more jobs emerging in the sector, clean energy is reshaping Ohio’s economy. Tony Zartman, director of programsContinueContinue reading “Ohio’s clean-energy surge drives jobs, growth”
IN emerges as national leader in clean energy innovation
Public News Service | Joe Ulery, September 27 Indiana is positioning itself as a national leader in clean energy, driving economic growth through innovative projects and significant investments. Economic development officials said Indiana’s heavy industry and manufacturing capabilities make it a natural partner for emerging technologies like carbon capture, hydrogen and solar power. Andrea Richter-Garry,ContinueContinue reading “IN emerges as national leader in clean energy innovation”
3 Ways Rural Communities Benefit from Renewable Energy Development
Clean Grid Alliance | Molly Vagle, September 17 As the nation transitions to more clean energy generation sources, rural communities are receiving tangible benefits from hosting those projects in their communities. The creation of new jobs, new tax revenue and income streams demonstrate that renewable energy projects make economic sense, while providing an opportunity forContinueContinue reading “3 Ways Rural Communities Benefit from Renewable Energy Development”
Clean Grid Alliance Cheers as Cardinal-Hickory Creek Transmission Line is Energized
Clean Grid Alliance | September 27 Final MISO MVP Transmission Line Crosses the Finish Line FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAINT PAUL, MINN. (September 27, 2024) – The Cardinal-Hickory Creek Transmission Line was energized late yesterday and is now fully able to deliver energy generated from approximately 160 wind and solar projects across the Midwest, while helpingContinueContinue reading “Clean Grid Alliance Cheers as Cardinal-Hickory Creek Transmission Line is Energized”
Celebrating National Clean Energy Week in Iowa
The Washington Times | Iowa State Senator Mike Klimesh, September 24 In 2021, Iowa achieved a remarkable milestone: nearly three-fifths of our total electricity generation came from renewable resources, with wind energy leading the way. Wind powered an impressive 58% of Iowa’s net generation. We were second only to Texas in wind power production, aContinueContinue reading “Celebrating National Clean Energy Week in Iowa”
Clean Energy Manufacturing: The Great American Comeback
The Power Line- Clean Power | Phil Sgro, September 18 The clean energy industry is staging a great American comeback—facilitating the buildout of manufacturing and the revitalization of communities in the U.S. It’s no secret that the United States has experienced a downturn in manufacturing. Between 2001 and 2015—a period that included two recessions—manufacturing employment fellContinueContinue reading “Clean Energy Manufacturing: The Great American Comeback”
Michigan becomes a leader in clean energy projects, job creation, report states
Detroit Metro Times | Steve Neavling, September 9 Michigan has emerged as a national leader in the clean energy sector following a series of ambitious state laws enacted by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, according to a report released Monday. With investments from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Whitmer signed a package of bills in November 2023 aimedContinueContinue reading “Michigan becomes a leader in clean energy projects, job creation, report states”
Michigan Tale of 2 Counties
Watch the video below to see firsthand the economic benefits and opportunities that come to communities that accept and embrace renewable energy projects! https://videopress.com/v/bbwVIlXi?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fvideos.files.wordpress.com%2F3XBXYljl%2Fmrr_fulllengthvideo_final-1.mp4&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Tale of 2 Counties Gratiot County, Michigan has received around $2 billion in investments from the wind industry since 2012, when they first embraced a wind project. The county has receivedContinueContinue reading “Michigan Tale of 2 Counties”
Renewable Energy Strengthens Agriculture
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjmCgirw-k0 Credit: How Wind Turbines Strengthen Agriculture (youtube.com) Renewable energy provides a “cash crop” for farmers and enables opportunities for farmland to have dual income streams by growing crops near solar panels and/or wind turbines. Renewable energy helps preserve and restore farmland, which can make it even more productive in the future years after yearsContinueContinue reading “Renewable Energy Strengthens Agriculture”