Articles by Jeff St. John, Canary Media
Jeff St. John is director of news and special projects at Canary Media. He covers the intersection of technological, economic and regulatory issues influencing the global transition to low-carbon energy in the electricity, transportation and building sectors.
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![A mound of cement surrounded by industrial equipment.]()
![A mound of cement surrounded by industrial equipment.]()
To decarbonize cement, the industry needs a full transformation
Cement production has an enormous carbon footprint. That can be curbed with plug-and-play solutions, but eliminating emissions entirely will require big, ambitious action.
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![A woman runs along a lake as the sun rises next to power lines.]()
![A woman runs along a lake as the sun rises next to power lines.]()
Smart thermostats are helping Arizona’s grid ride out extreme heat
Amid soaring temperatures, Arizona has seen success with utility programs that incentivize people to turn down the AC when the power grid is stressed.
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![A field of black solar panels stretches to the edge of a forest.]()
![A field of black solar panels stretches to the edge of a forest.]()
Rural electricity is getting its biggest boost since FDR — here’s how
The Inflation Reduction Act earmarked $10.7 billion to make rural energy cleaner and more affordable. Now there are details on how exactly the program will work.
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Income-based electric bills: The newest utility fight in California
A state law calling for utility bills to be based on household income could drive adoption of EVs and heat pumps — or punish rooftop solar and efficiency.
