renewable energy
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The key to passing climate policy? Rein in (or win over) utilities monopolies.
Investor-owned utilities — yes, IOUs — dominate the system and wield enormous political power. Only the feds can change that.
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5 experts predict the future of renewable energy amid coronavirus
5 experts predict the future of renewable energy amid coronavirus
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Republicans are buying rooftop solar. Will it change their politics?
A new study found that people with rooftop solar are more politically active, regardless of their political party.
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How the humble chairlift could revolutionize renewable energy
Simple mechanical systems can store energy much longer than batteries.
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Low on water, California farmers turn to solar farming
California farmers are going from growing hay to sprouting electrons.
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Cheaper electricity, dirtier air? Black communities navigate a tricky relationship with their polluters
Cheaper electricity, dirtier air? Black communities navigate a tricky relationship with polluters
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When environmentalists busted up dams, coal moved in
Study says carbon emissions up 1,400 tons for every thwarted megawatt of hydropower.
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The House Natural Resource Committee’s climate change hearing turned into a heated conversation about race
For starters, Republican Rob Bishop (who is white) suggested the panel's focus on climate change was inappropriate during Black History Month.