Green technology
The New York State Public Service Commission has issued a regulatory document on August 15, 2025, regarding a comprehensive energy efficiency initiative. This document, Case 18-M-0084, pertains to Case 14-M-0094 and involves the creation of a statewide low-to-moderate-income implementation plan. The plan is designed to facilitate energy efficiency and building
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Iran's government has made a significant push to expand its renewable energy sector with a $3.2 billion investment from the National Development Fund (NDF) to support the construction of 7,000 megawatts of solar power capacity. The move aims to accelerate investment in renewable energy, strengthen Iran&
Public utilities
The Illinois Commerce Commission has issued a regulatory document approving an application from an energy efficiency measure installer to operate in the state under Section 16-128B of the Public Utilities Act. The applicant has met the necessary requirements, including providing contact information, federal employer identification number, and agreeing to comply
Green technology
As a statewide nonprofit dedicated to ensuring affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for income-qualified Coloradans, Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC) has submitted a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in strong support of the Critical Energy Reliability Link Project (Project) filed by Rockies Express Pipeline LLC (REX) under
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, joined by the attorneys general and governors of 18 other states, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Energy and its leader, Chris Wright, over a new policy that caps funding for staff who work on sustainable energy and energy efficiency projects.
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Research published in the Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy presents a breakthrough in the development of high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells. This innovative technology has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and sustainability of integrated energy systems (IES). According to the study, the high-temperature fuel cells have
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The New York State Public Service Commission has released a regulatory document detailing the ongoing development of the Low-to-Moderate-Income (LMI) Energy Efficiency and Building Electrification Portfolio. As part of this initiative, the Department of Public Service Staff (Staff) will hold three webinar discussions to facilitate stakeholder engagement and discuss considerations
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The former Phipps Bend Nuclear Plant in Tennessee is being transformed into a state-of-the-art polysilicon manufacturing hub, marking a significant shift in the U.S. energy landscape. Highland Materials, the company driving this project, aims to produce solar-grade polysilicon at a cost significantly lower than industry standards. This development, supported
Green technology
Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced $23 million in funding for four under-resourced school districts across New York State to create healthier and more comfortable learning environments through the Clean Green Schools Program. The funding was made possible through the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act. The
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A recent letter signed by California Rep. Dave Min and Maryland Rep. Johnny Olszewski, co-chairs of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition's Building Resilient Housing Task Force, cautioned the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) against rolling back energy-efficient building
Renewable energy
Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced that Virginia has been awarded $8,235,920 in federal funding to reduce energy costs for households and expand access to reliable, affordable energy across the Commonwealth. This funding is allocated through the Weatherization Assistance Program and the State Energy Program, with a
Environmental sustainability
Sustainability research from Tsinghua University has revealed significant potential for saline water-driven evaporative cooling systems in reducing reliance on freshwater. According to the study, traditional air-conditioning systems contribute significantly to a building's total energy consumption, making it crucial to improve energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction. The researchers
