transmission
Smooth sailing so far for planned Iowa-Illinois underground power line
The SOO Green HVDC Link has attracted questions but no organized opposition at public meetings in Iowa and Illinois.
Midwest
efficiency
Q&A: Illinois architect on the growing challenges of maximizing efficiency
Nate Kipnis is the national co-chair of the 2030 Commitment to achieve carbon-neutral construction by the end of the decade.
solar
Minnesota solar industry says pandemic increases pressure for legislation
An industry group had already been pushing for an extension of a popular solar incentive program set to end in 2021.
Illinois
Another Illinois energy bill, another chance for controversy and questions
The Downstate Clean Energy Affordability Act, backed by utility Ameren, emphasizes utility-scale solar and storage.
power plants
Coal-fired power plants finding new uses as data centers, clean energy hubs
A St. Louis firm specializes in getting environmentally challenged properties ready for reuse, including coal plants.
transportation
Do urban speed limit reductions improve air quality? Experts say not so fast
Safety is the main goal, but long-term pollution benefits could be seen as streets become safer for walking and biking