At the beginning of this year, energy became politicized in the United States even more than it was. As a result, it may now be that there are many clean energy situations and events that are being overlooked because they are smaller in comparison to the news about what the … [continued]
Statement from the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project on yesterday’s congressional attack on clean transportation Yesterday, the U.S. Senate voted to block leading states Colorado and New Mexico from enforcing a suite of clean transportation policies designed to reduce pollution and accelerate adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The Congressional Review Act … [continued]
A couple of months ago, I covered data from the US Department of Energy showing which states had the most EV registrations. Naturally, the leaders were the largest, most populous states. So, that doesn’t show us which states are leading on a per capita basis. A reader, “john smith,” was … [continued]
From having spent a lot of time in California, there might be a California bias in my sustainability coverage. The Golden State has the most EVs of all US states and is a leader in clean energy and energy storage. So there’s much to write about, and perhaps I have … [continued]
SunTrain is an idea that deserves serious consideration. It may seem silly at first but it is just another way of moving energy by rail.
According to my grandfather, “Only fools and newcomers try to predict the weather around here.” in the American Southwest. And, should anybody try to predict the weather, he’ll remind us that we aren’t newcomers, leaving only one other option. But, I’ve learned over time that his advice largely applies to … [continued]
At Ponderosa High School in Coconino County, Arizona, students are determined to overcome obstacles on their path to graduation. Some arrive behind on credits, while others are returning to the classroom after time away. The alternative school offers more than a second chance—it is an opportunity for transformation. That is … [continued]
Enphase has made some big announcements recently. One was about a new residential battery for Europe. Another is the expansion of its support for Colorado, Nova Scotia, and Puerto Rico virtual power plants programs. Virtual power plant programs are exciting because they allow homeowners to share electricity stored in their … [continued]
Many US states are prepared to keep the EV revolution moving forward even if federal incentives are taken away.
With the recent election upheaval in the US government, it’s important to remember that the labor movement flourished in 2024. Workers across sectors and interests challenged wage ceilings, sought job safety and security, and looked to unions to represent their collective interests. The ascendance of Donald J. Trump to the … [continued]
