Illinois
Illinois energy bill proposes ‘green bank’ as national movement builds
The proposal would create a nonprofit that would design and run the bank with oversight from an 11-member board.
Midwest
Ohio
Critics fear investors’ push for profits could thwart other FirstEnergy priorities
FirstEnergy news raises questions about grid resiliency and clean energy approaches to cope with climate change.
securitization
As coal plants close, advocates want relief for Wisconsin ratepayers
Consumer and industrial customer advocates want new legislation to encourage utilities to refinance leftover debt as they retire fossil fuel power plants.
transportation
Minnesota car-share program seeks to boost EV access in diverse neighborhoods
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, HourCar’s plan includes 150 shared electric cars, 70 charging stations, subsidized rentals, and translation services.
oversight
Ohio Republicans’ bill would force state agencies to reduce their rule books
Senate Bill 9 says agencies must cut their use of phrases including “must,” “shall,” “require” and “prohibit.”
Ohio
Ohio refinery city joins coalition to support local clean energy transitions
One of the first benefits for Lima, Ohio, will be a fleet analysis provided by another partner at no cost to the city.