"The revival of a proposal to convert a power plant into a 'Zombie' facility in Massachusetts gains traction"
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In the ever-evolving landscape of energy and climate policy, several notable developments are taking place across the United States. Here's a snapshot of some of the key events that have caught our attention.
Chicago-area startup Sun Metalon aims to reduce steel industry emissions
Sun Metalon, a Chicago-area startup, is making waves in the steel industry with an innovative solution. The company has developed an oven-sized box that cleans and melts down waste metal into recyclable pucks, aiming to significantly reduce emissions. (Canary Media)
Bipartisan proposal for clean energy gains support in Pennsylvania
A bipartisan proposal to boost electricity generation and regulate clean energy is gaining traction in the Pennsylvania legislature. However, action on this front may be delayed due to pending court decisions regarding the state's participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. (Spotlight PA)
Massachusetts cement company continues to grow despite federal funding loss
A Massachusetts-based company producing low-carbon cement is continuing to grow, despite losing $87 million in federal research funding. The company's growth is supported by private investors such as Brookfield Renewable Partners, Aker Carbon Capture, LanzaTech Global, Occidental Petroleum, and Equinor ASA, all of which are involved in scalable carbon reduction and capture technologies related to cement and industrial emissions. (Boston Globe)
High energy costs and their long-term impacts
States' efforts to rein in energy costs following a winter of high utility bills could have unintended long-term costs and consequences for customers. (RTO Insider)
New Hampshire's Community Power Coalition faces financial challenges
New Hampshire's Community Power Coalition has higher rates than utilities for the first time, following $8.4 million in losses last year. (NHPR)
New York's cap-and-invest system delayed for stakeholder engagement
New York's planned cap-and-invest system has been delayed to allow for more stakeholder engagement. However, the administration has done little to reach out to climate and environmental justice advocates. (New York Focus)
Cuts to federally funded scientific research in Maine could impact climate change efforts
Cuts to federally funded scientific research in Maine could impact the state's ability to understand and combat climate change. (Portland Press Herald)
Republican House members urge Senate to preserve clean energy tax credit provisions
Thirteen Republican House members from multiple states have urged the Senate to preserve clean energy tax credit provisions in the president's budget. (Politico)
Environmental groups challenge gas utility's rate hike request in Pennsylvania
Environmental groups in Pennsylvania have asked regulators to reject a gas utility's rate hike request and require the company to address the climate crisis, while the utility has requested access to the groups' internal documents. (WHYY)
Controversial wood-burning power plant plan revived in Massachusetts city
A controversial wood-burning power plant plan is being revived in a Massachusetts city with high asthma rates. (Source: our website)
President Trump's orders could cost consumers millions in Michigan and Pennsylvania
President Trump's orders to keep fossil fuel-fired power plants open in Michigan and Pennsylvania could cost consumers millions of dollars. (New York Times)
North Carolina food bank saves $143,000 annually with rooftop solar array
A North Carolina food bank is on track to save $143,000 annually thanks to its rooftop solar array, but the federal incentives that made it possible will be gutted under Republicans' proposed budget bill. (Canary Media)
Oil spill in Baltimore Harbor reaches 5,000 gallons
An oil spill in Baltimore Harbor has reached 5,000 gallons, more than double original estimates, but most of the oil has been recovered. (Baltimore Sun)
Maryland faces potential regular rolling blackouts without increased energy production
Maryland could face regular rolling blackouts if more isn't done to boost energy production in the state. (Baltimore Sun)
US Wind receives final approval for offshore wind farm construction in Maryland
US Wind has received final approval for an offshore wind farm construction in Maryland, despite local opposition and potential Trump administration intervention. (Maritime Executive)
Maine to explore geothermal networks for building heating and cooling
Maine will form a state commission to explore the potential of using geothermal networks to heat and cool groups of buildings. (Maine Public)
Investment analyst predicts no new offshore wind projects in the US under current conditions
An investment analyst predicts no new offshore wind projects will proceed in the US under current economic and political conditions. (Heatmap)
Senate Republicans may extend clean energy tax credit phaseout
A handful of Senate Republicans indicate they'll look to extend the 60-day phaseout of clean energy tax credits proposed in the House's "Big, Beautiful Bill." (Canary Media)
