Energy News Network | Frank Jossi, January 9, 2025 A long-running local government collaboration in southwestern Minnesota is helping to insulate the region from the kind of controversies and misinformation that have plagued rural clean energy projects in other states. The Rural Minnesota Energy Board has its origins in a regional task force that wasContinueContinue reading “Rural Minnesota counties work together to simplify clean energy development and maximize local benefits”
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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”
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”
Solar Panel Complaints Are the Latest Attack on Private Property Rights for Farmers
RealClear Energy | Greg Brophy, August 12 There are so many things to love about being a farmer. But here’s something I can’t stand – people who pretend to care about our land when they really just want to control our land. It’s always something. I remember when the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency tried toContinueContinue reading “Solar Panel Complaints Are the Latest Attack on Private Property Rights for Farmers”
Minnesota Leads Clean Energy Transition With Permitting Reforms
inkl | August 25 Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently signed legislation aimed at accelerating the state’s transition to clean energy by reforming outdated permitting laws. The move comes as Minnesota strives to achieve its goal of sourcing 100% of its power from renewables. The new law eliminates the need for developers to demonstrate the necessity ofContinueContinue reading “Minnesota Leads Clean Energy Transition With Permitting Reforms”
Michigan continues to lead in clean energy jobs and investment, report says
Michigan Advance | Kyle Davidson, July 16 Over the past year, Michigan lawmakers have taken a number of steps to clear the way for an energy transition, setting clean energy goals, altering the state’s siting process for large-scale renewable and battery storage projects and ensuring homeowners can make energy-saving improvements to their homes. As policymakers continue to pushContinueContinue reading “Michigan continues to lead in clean energy jobs and investment, report says”