Future Energy Jobs Act
Solar for All: Illinois incentive program aims to make solar more accessible
Applications are now open for Illinois’ Solar for All program meant to spur projects for underserved residents.
Midwest
VW settlement
Report: States missing opportunities to electrify transportation with VW money
Two national advocacy groups are critical of how states have allocated money from the Volkswagen settlement.
Illinois
Advocates want next phase of ComEd microgrid powered by renewables
Unlike the first phase, ComEd isn’t legally obligated to use renewables, but the company says it will seriously consider them as it reviews proposals.
coal ash
Illinois coal ash bill moves forward, but the clock is ticking
The legislation looks to provide more public participation and financial assurance than federal law requires.
Solar Workforce Diversity
Missouri solar installer making strides recruiting and hiring military veterans
Missouri Sun Solar far exceeds the industry average for veteran employment — and its founder isn’t done hiring.
Minnesota
Minnesota homeowners aren’t hearing pitches for heating electrification yet
As clean energy advocates make the case for switching from gas heat, alternatives remain niche products for contractors.