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electric vehicle charging

In Chicago, ‘charging deserts’ part of racial divide on electric vehicles

By Audrey Henderson

Public charging stations are most heavily concentrated in the city’s more affluent neighborhoods, while many communities on the South and West side have none.

economic development

A sustainable refocus helps a historic Chicago community rebuild

By Audrey Henderson

After decades of economic decline, the former planned company town of Pullman is pivoting from heavy industry to green development.

efficiency

For Chicago’s architectural landmarks, retrofits must balance efficiency, integrity

By Audrey Henderson

Historically significant — and inefficient — buildings require extra care to preserve design while saving energy.

Chicago

Chicago bike share expansion aims to mend longstanding equity issues

By Audrey Henderson

The expansion aims to make cycling more accessible in a traditionally underserved and disinvested neighborhood.

Chicago

Advocates say pandemic highlights need for equity in electric transportation

By Kari Lydersen

A new paper presents several proposals to improve the chances that Black, Latinx and other higher-risk communities see the benefits of electric vehicles.

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Top Headlines

Minnesota regulators fine Xcel Energy $1 million over dispute with solar developers

Source: Star Tribune

Minnesota governor announces plan for 100% clean energy by 2040

Source: KSTP

Massachusetts lawmakers refile climate bill after governor’s veto

Source: WBUR

Despite dismissed lawsuit, concerns remain about West Virginia mine reclamation funding

Source: Charleston Gazette-Mail

TC Energy could shrug off loss of Keystone XL pipeline project

Source: S&P Global

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Midwest Energy News

January 22 2021

Minnesota governor calls for 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040

CLIMATE: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sets a more aggressive goal to reach 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040 amid a series of climate change proposals. (Star Tribune) ALSO: Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown backs President Biden’s early climate change orders, saying Ohio residents will benefit by expanding clean energy jobs. (WTRF) ***SPONSORED LINK: Join MEEA and fellow […]

Southeast Energy News

January 22 2021

Tampa utility will close coal plant 20 years early in shift to solar

SOLAR: Tampa Electric doubles its target for solar power, beginning construction of four new projects totaling 225 MW and announcing plans to retire a coal plant two decades ahead of schedule. (Florida Politics) ALSO: • A North Carolina solar developer re-applies to build a 149 MW facility in Virginia, less than two months after it […]

Northeast Energy News

January 22 2021

Massachusetts legislators try again with climate bill

CLIMATE: Massachusetts legislators refile the same climate bill that Gov. Charlie Baker vetoed last week with the intent to override any veto that may occur. (WBUR) ALSO: • A top official charged with preparing New Jersey for the effects of climate change says local governments need to take more responsibility for preparation costs and not […]

Western Energy News

January 22 2021

Biden halts oil and gas leasing on public lands

PUBLIC LANDS: • The Biden administration suspends oil and gas lease permitting on federal lands and waters for 60 days, but industry executives say shutting off production under a ban would take years because of existing stockpiled permits by major drillers. (Reuters) • Wyoming political and oil and gas industry leaders criticize the decision, saying […]

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