Tag: renewable_energy
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Media Monitor: Geothermal Plant Revived in New Mexico with New Drilling Technology
MIT Technology Review reports Zanskar successfully revived a failing geothermal plant in New Mexico by using advanced modeling and deeper drilling, restoring full capacity and challenging conventional wisdom about geothermal potential.
BusinessScience & TechnologyEnergyEnvironmentClimate ChangeEconomyComputers and Internet Geothermal EnergyZanskarLightning DockNew MexicoRenewable EnergyDrilling TechnologyPower GenerationMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Governor Walz Celebrates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub, Job Growth, and Wildfire Response
Governor Walz celebrated Minnesota's new Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub, three consecutive months of job growth, and extended a peacetime emergency for northern wildfires, underscoring the state's commitment to environmental innovation, economic recovery, and emergency preparedness.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyEnvironment MinnesotaGovernor WalzSustainable Aviation FuelJob GrowthWildfiresEconomic DevelopmentRenewable EnergyOffice of Minnesota Governor
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Governor Newsom Enacts Sweeping Legislation Across California
Governor Gavin Newsom signed 16 bills into law on July 13, 2026, addressing renewable energy, education, political reform, and public health. The new legislation aims to enhance various state programs and regulations across California.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborLegal Gavin NewsomCaliforniaLegislationRenewable EnergyPolitical ReformBudgetCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Connecticut Governor Signs Law to Expand Affordable Renewable Energy
Governor Lamont signed Public Act 26-127, extending solar and battery storage incentives through 2035. The law aims to make renewable energy more affordable and accessible for Connecticut residents and businesses, focusing on cost controls and streamlined permitting.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyEnvironment ConnecticutRenewable EnergySolar EnergyBattery StorageGovernor Ned LamontPublic Act 26-127Energy PolicyConnecticut Governors Office
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Governor Newsom Enacts Diverse Legislation Across California
Governor Gavin Newsom signed 15 bills into law on July 13, 2026, addressing renewable energy, education, healthcare, and political reform, impacting various sectors across California.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEducationLegalEnvironmentEmployment and Labor Gavin NewsomCaliforniaLegislationRenewable EnergyPolitical ReformPublic ServicesCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Virginia Launches Nation's First Statewide Solar Affordability Initiative
Virginia's Governor Spanberger introduces Switch Together, a first-in-the-nation solar group purchasing initiative. It aims to cut energy costs by an average of $2,200 annually for households and protect against future utility rate hikes across the Commonwealth.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergy VirginiaAbigail SpanbergerSolar EnergyEnergy AffordabilitySwitch TogetherGroup PurchasingRenewable EnergyReston
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Alaska Secures Major Federal Funds and Key Road Permit
Alaska celebrates significant federal approvals, including a $180 million Port of Alaska settlement and a crucial King Cove Road permit, alongside other infrastructure and energy funding.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentLegalTransportationEnergyEconomy AlaskaPort of AlaskaKing Cove RoadSettlementInfrastructureFederal GrantRenewable EnergyOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on changing advice for rooftop solar
The Washington Post is reporting that the advice for consumers regarding rooftop solar panels has changed, with federal tax credits ending and new subscription models altering the pros and cons of leasing versus buying.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyEnergyEnvironment Rooftop solarSolar panelsTax creditsLeasingBuyingRenewable energyThe Washington Post
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Fairfax County Opens Virginia's First Landfill Solar Array
Fairfax County unveils Virginia's first solar array on a closed landfill. The 5-megawatt project, with 12,000 panels, is projected to save $12 million and cut 136,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions over 30 years, powering county facilities.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEnvironmentEnergyEconomyState GovernmentsLegal Fairfax CountySolar ArrayLandfillRenewable EnergyCarbon EmissionsCost AvoidanceVirginiaFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Fairfax County Unveils Largest Solar Project at I-95 Landfill
Fairfax County celebrates its largest solar installation at the I-95 Landfill Complex, the first on a Virginia closed landfill. This 5.0-megawatt array is part of broader climate action, waste reduction, and energy efficiency efforts.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyTransportationSocial Issues Fairfax CountySolar PowerI-95 LandfillWaste ManagementEnvironmental PolicyRenewable EnergyFairfax County GovernmentVA
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on San Diego Shooting, Primary Elections, Trump Lawsuit, and OpenAI Case
NPR is reporting on a fatal shooting in San Diego, key primary elections, President Trump's dismissed lawsuit against the IRS, and Elon Musk's failed suit against OpenAI, among other top stories.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsLegalEnvironmentArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues San DiegoHate CrimePrimary ElectionsDonald TrumpIRSOpenAIRenewable EnergyNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Bardstown Middle School Awarded $1,000 NLGA Grant for Bourbon-Focused STEM Program
Old Kentucky Home Middle School in Bardstown has been awarded a $1,000 STEM scholarship from the National Lieutenant Governors Association. The grant will fund a hands-on learning unit exploring the environmental and economic cycle of local bourbon production.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessState GovernmentsEducationEnergyEnvironmentAgriculture Jacqueline ColemanOld Kentucky Home Middle SchoolSTEM EducationNational Lieutenant Governors AssociationBourbon ProductionRenewable EnergyBardstownKentucky Governor's Office
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports on US Push for Balcony Solar Systems
MIT Technology Review is reporting that dozens of U.S. states are considering legislation to allow plug-in solar systems, though safety experts caution that new testing and electrical requirements may complicate installations.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGermanyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnergyEnvironmentClimate ChangeLegal Renewable EnergyHome ImprovementBalcony solarPlug-in solar systemsMIT Technology ReviewUL SolutionsUtahMITsciencetechnology
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Global Energy Crisis Accelerates Renewable Shift Amid Domestic Battles Over Water and Fossil Fuel Accountability
The US-Israel war on Iran has sparked a major energy crisis, accelerating global renewable energy transitions. Meanwhile, domestic environmental battles intensify over Google's water-intensive data centers in Oregon and new state laws shielding fossil fuel polluters from climate accountability.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWorldConflictGeneral PoliticsEconomyClimate ChangeEnergyEnvironmentMiddle EastIranIsrael Renewable EnergyEnvironmental PolicyFossil FuelsGoogleThe DallesDonald TrumpWater Conservation
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Media Monitor: Renewables now cheaper than fossil fuels, author says
Sierra magazine reports that climate author Bill McKibben argues renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels, a shift that could accelerate the fight against climate change.
EnvironmentPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEnergyClimate ChangeFederal GovernmentCongress Renewable EnergyFossil FuelsBill McKibbenSierra MagazineEnergy TransitionEconomicsSierra Club
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US Faces Risk of Falling Behind in AI Due to Energy Constraints
A new report suggests the US risks becoming a consumer, not an innovator, in AI and energy tech due to power limitations and a focus on reviving the coal industry.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEnergyClimate ChangeComputers and InternetTradeFederal Government Artificial IntelligenceData CentersChinaRenewable EnergyMIT Technology ReviewMIT Technology
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China Dominates Clean Energy as US Pulls Back
China's dominance in clean energy grows as the US cuts funding, potentially reversing progress in renewables, electric vehicles, and energy storage technologies.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentWorldWeatherChinaClimate ChangeEnergyEconomyEnvironmentTradeFederal GovernmentState Governments Renewable EnergyElectric VehiclesEnergy StorageJim FarleyDavid AutorThe Spark - MIT Technology Review