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.
Maine
Maine has a plan to fight climate change; now comes the hard part
A state climate council has completed a roadmap for reducing greenhouse gases, but the real challenge will be implementing it, advocates say.
Michigan
Michigan’s renewable energy law levels off next year. What’s next?
Expanded renewable energy law, long-term utility planning or emission targets set by the governor are all on the table
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Democrats look to override governor on clean energy
After reclaiming both state legislative chambers, New Hampshire Democrats look to revive clean energy agenda.
Michigan
Renewable developers fear Michigan campaign will create political wedge
A ballot campaign to double Michigan’s renewable standard risks re-politicizing the industry and causing project siting issues, some developers worry.