Vermont
As Vermont nears 75% renewable power, advocates question if it’s clean enough
Most of the power being used to satisfy the state’s renewable electricity standard comes from Hydro-Québec as local wind and solar development lag.
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Most of the power being used to satisfy the state’s renewable electricity standard comes from Hydro-Québec as local wind and solar development lag.
A state climate council has completed a roadmap for reducing greenhouse gases, but the real challenge will be implementing it, advocates say.
Expanded renewable energy law, long-term utility planning or emission targets set by the governor are all on the table
After reclaiming both state legislative chambers, New Hampshire Democrats look to revive clean energy agenda.
A ballot campaign to double Michigan’s renewable standard risks re-politicizing the industry and causing project siting issues, some developers worry.