Minnesota
Minnesota’s new building safety code will squeeze residential solar installers
In Minnesota, an industry group says the rules will shrink available space for solar panels by at least 20%.
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.
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
Minnesota
Minnesota couple’s idea aims to keep solar panels free of snow buildup
The proposal recently received a $50,000 prize from a National Renewable Energy Laboratory solar manufacturing contest.
efficiency
As building benchmarking catches on in Minnesota, state’s pioneer shows results
The energy use intensity of larger commercial buildings in Minneapolis declined by 5.5% between 2015 and 2018.