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Fossil fuel companies say they support the energy transition. New numbers suggest otherwise.
A new report shows that fossil fuel companies own less than 2 percent of renewable energy projects worldwide.
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Why one of the world’s greenest countries is betting its future on oil
The rainforest nation of Suriname says it can build an oil industry without harming the planet. Is it climate pragmatism — or wishful thinking?
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America’s biggest offshore wind farm will be online in 6 months
Dominion Energy’s 2.6 GW project off Virginia’s coast is progressing fast. The utility has a new, more definitive target to plug into the grid: March 2026.
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How EVs can fix the grid and lower your electric bill
A pilot project in Maryland is using EVs to create a cleaner, more resilient, and more affordable energy supply.
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As data centers upend electric grids, the largest operator in the US is facing down a revolt from state officials
A coalition of 11 governors has threatened to withdraw from grid operator PJM.
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New England’s final coal plant shuts down years ahead of schedule
Poor economics drove the aging New Hampshire plant offline three years early, even as the Trump administration pushes to revitalize coal.
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As Trump champions fossil fuels, the world is betting on renewable energy
Despite a U.S. retreat, solar and wind are overtaking fossil fuels globally, according to two new reports.
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Utilities are doing even worse on climate than they were 5 years ago
Major U.S. utilities earn an “F” on a new report card because they’re planning to build far too little clean energy and far too many gas-fired power plants.
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Clean energy, dirty tactics: Inside the shady world of door-to-door solar sales
On-site solar can be an incredible tool for lowering both energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions. But homeowners face a complicated — and sometimes intentionally misleading — process.
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Talking to a door-to-door solar sales rep? Beware of these red flags.
Door-knocking is common in the solar industry, and not well regulated. Being informed can protect you from predatory tactics.
