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In Minnesota, key energy lawmakers see potential despite divided Legislature

By Frank Jossi

The two most important lawmakers on energy policy this session are optimistic about passing clean energy legislation, especially when it comes to energy efficiency.

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Online portal aims to be clearinghouse for community solar subscriptions

By Sarah Shemkus

Massachusetts-based EnergySage announced the soft launch of its community solar marketplace earlier this month.

Minnesota

Twin Cities program uses solar as incentive to expand affordable housing

By Frank Jossi

The Metropolitan Council is seeking building owners who are interested in solar and open to increasing the number of units eligible for Section 8 vouchers.

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Minnesota grants will prioritize projects that pair EV charging with solar panels

By Frank Jossi

The next round of grants from the state’s Volkswagen emissions-cheating settlement includes new criteria to award charging with local clean energy.

Minnesota

Green bank advocates hope Biden win can help reinvigorate idea in Minnesota

By Frank Jossi

A green bank could unlock financing for more clean energy projects, but some question its need and prospects.

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Comments on carbon-cutting plan show industry divided over Pennsylvania’s energy future

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

West Virginia lawmaker plans bills to advance renewable energy in the state

Source: State Journal

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

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Midwest Energy News

January 25 2021

Indiana bill would ban local heating electrification initiatives

ELECTRIFICATION: Indiana is expected to vote this week on a bill that would block local governments from prohibiting natural gas hookups for home heating in new construction. (Energy News Network)  CLIMATE: Lincoln, Nebraska’s mayor identifies about 20 strategies from its climate action plan that could be accomplished in the next six years. (Lincoln Journal Star) […]

Southeast Energy News

January 25 2021

Arkansas solar surges, mirroring other Southeast states

SOLAR: Solar energy development surges across Arkansas as independent contractors and utilities both turn toward renewables. (Arkansas Business) ALSO: • A southwestern Arkansas county buys and clears eight acres for a solar farm to power government buildings. (Texarkana Gazette) • Gulf Power begins construction on two solar farms in northwest Florida with a goal of […]

Northeast Energy News

January 25 2021

New Jersey sees early success in climate plan

CLIMATE: New Jersey meets its goal of reducing power plant emissions 20% by 2020 but still has “an incredible hill to climb” to reach its 2050 target. (NJ Spotlight) ALSO: • Major oil companies and power producers are among companies that support Pennsylvania joining the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) • A Maryland regulator […]

Western Energy News

January 25 2021

Ute tribe seeks exemption from federal leasing ban

OIL & GAS: The Ute Indian Tribe, which depends on oil and gas revenue, asks the Interior Department for an exemption to a Biden administration order halting leasing on public lands. (Reuters) ALSO: • A proposed Colorado rule requiring non-emitting or no-bleed controllers on existing oil and gas sites being upgraded and new projects is […]

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Report: Solar to be cheapest option nationwide by 2030

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