Solar Power Hits New Milestones in the US Even as Trump Boosts Coal Over Clean Energy
In May, for the first time, solar supplied more of the United States’ electricity than coal, becoming the third-largest source of energy.
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Hosting Solar Can Be a Lifeline for Farmers. But Overcoming Local Opposition Is Tough
Local opposition to solar has long been an obstacle for green energy developers. But some communities are working to reverse local restrictions, citing the tax benefits and jobs the projects bring.
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Biden Hikes Tariffs on Chinese EVs, Solar Cells, Steel, Aluminum — And Snipes at Trump
Written by JOSH BOAK, FATIMA HUSSEIN, PAUL WISEMAN and DIDI TANG President Joe Biden slapped major...
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Wind and Sun Are Free, but It’s Harder To Get Renewable Energy Projects Built These Days. Here’s Why
Headwinds from the post-pandemic global economy are holding back costly investment in wind, solar and other forms of clean power.
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Duke Energy Prefers Meeting North Carolina Carbon Target by 2035. But Regulators Have Final Say
Written by GARY D. ROBERTSON Duke Energy Corp. offered Tuesday updated proposals on how it would...
Read MoreClimate Thursday: Chris Dittmer, Carrboro High Student and Earth Day Scholarship Winner
Carrboro High School student and NSHSS Earth Day Scholarship winner Chris Dittmer spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 22nd. He discussed applying for and winning the NSHSS Earth Day Scholarship for his portable, sun blocker solar energy device for cars. He also discussed his plans for the upcoming year and college.
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Yellen Warns Inaction on Climate Could Cause Economic Crisis
Written by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Tuesday of economic calamity...
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Conversations with the Mayors: Solar Power, Board of Commissioners, and Town Award
Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke the new Solarize the Triangle Initiative, Monday’s Board of Commissioners Meeting, and a recent town award.
Read MoreChapel Hill and Carrboro Recognized by Federal Solar Power Program
The future of renewable energy in Orange County is looking bright ever since the US Department of Energy recognized Chapel Hill and Carrboro for their receptiveness to solar power. Both towns have been given bronze-level...
Read MoreSolar Supporters Push To Save Tax Credit Program
As lawmakers consider pulling the plug on state tax credits for solar energy, supporters argue the industry is vital to North Carolina’s economic growth.
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