Xcel Energy
Deal to close Minnesota coal plants includes ‘historic’ efficiency push
The agreement between Xcel Energy and clean energy advocates also includes building 3,000 megawatts of solar.
Midwest
agriculture
Nebraska rancher’s solar system could offer power for grid, shade for cattle
A federal grant is helping the farming entrepreneur devise a shading system for cattle that incorporate solar panels.
Minnesota
St. Paul climate plan looks past clean power to challenge of transportation
Xcel Energy has already pledged to go carbon-free, allowing the city’s plan to focus on other areas to reduce emissions.
natural gas
Appalachian gas storage hub seeks federal clean energy loan guarantee
Several environmental groups are considering legal options if the Trump administration approves $1.9 billion in taxpayer-backed guarantee.
community solar
Community solar options for Minnesota households expand, but for how long?
A company selling residential community solar subscriptions says momentum will stall without policy changes.
Detroit
In Detroit, a legacy of inequality creates obstacles to clean energy
A city program is helping low-income households access opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.