It's hard not to notice those vanity license plates like "GASLOL" on EVs while driving around. Why so braggy? Do EV drivers know something we don't?. This story is part of CNET Zero, a series that chronicles the impact of climate change and explores what's being done about the problem.

Is EV Charging Cheaper Than Gasoline? Here's What the Math and Experts Say

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 The federal government is making its first loan to a crystalline silicon solar plant, loaning $1.45 billion to support a South Korean company's bid to build up key parts of the solar supply chain inside the United States.The loan from the U.S. Energy Department, announced Thursday, will be key to funding a $2.2 billion complex that Qcells, a unit of South Korea’s Hanwha Group, is building. The company plans to take polysilicon refined in Washington state and make ingots, wafers and solar cells — the building blocks of finished solar modules — in Cartersville, Georgia, northwest of Atlanta.President Joe...

US government will loan $1.45 billion to help a South Korean firm build a solar plant in Georgia

The effects of climate change are pretty obvious to anyone living in the US this summer, which has seen more than its share of intense heat and weather so far. But climate change -- which is largely driven by the use of fossil fuels for energy -- is probably having an impact on your wallet, too. Even though climate change is largely driven by the choices of big businesses and large countries, we as individuals are bearing the cost.

60% of Americans Think Climate Change Is Driving Up Their Energy Bills

Electrification is the umbrella term for transitioning to electricity in all possible applications to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Dozens of cities and states have embarked on policies to limit fossil fuel use in new residential buildings. However, electrification increases electricity demand, especially in critical peak periods where many electric grids are already under stress. This complicating factor looms large given recent unprecedented forecasts of future electricity demand growth because of increases in the number of new AI-related data centers and new manufacturing plants.

Reconciling two competing goals: residential electrification and grid stability

Projects will add nearly 13 GW of energy capacity to support more manufacturing, data centers and renewable power; catalyze nearly $10B in public-private investments and create thousands of jobs. In support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the US Department of Energy (DOE) has invested $2.2 billion in...

Finance & Investment US Invests $2.2B Into Grid Upgrades for Climate Resilience

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SunPower, of the nation's leading solar installers, is no longer selling leases:

A Big Solar Company May Be Collapsing

New battery technologies promise better, cheaper grid storage. CMblu Energy’s SolidFlow flow battery system at Salt River Project utility in Arizona. / Courtesy of CMBlu Energy. As intermittent power sources, solar photovoltaic and wind energy require “baseline” power to fill in. That typically comes from traditional sources including coal,...

The Next Frontier in Energy Storage: Beyond Lithium-Ion’s Limitations

You may be planning to receive Social Security benefits when you reach your retirement age or become eligible, but you may not know that you can lose some of all of your benefits for a variety of reasons -- some of which could be out of your control. Benefits through...

Four Ways You Can Lose Your Social Security Benefits

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

If you've used the Cash App mobile payment service to transfer money in the last six years, you may be eligible for a $2,500 payout. The proposed $15 million class-action settlement claims Cash App and its parent company Block failed to take proper care to prevent unauthorized access to user accounts.

Cash App Customers Are Eligible for a Payout. How to Submit a $2,500 Settlement Claim

Scientists at Oxford University are coating a new solar power-generating material onto objects such as rucksacks, cars, and mobile phones. The potential of this breakthrough means that increasing amounts of solar electricity could be generated without silicon-based solar panels. The Oxford scientists’ new light-absorbing material is, for the first time,...

Oxford scientists are generating solar power without panels

Imagine harnessing the sun’s energy to power your daily life. Solar power, a clean and sustainable energy source, offers endless possibilities for reducing energy bills and helping the environment. But how exactly does it work, and can you make the switch? This blog post will guide you through the essential aspects of solar energy, its numerous benefits, and the steps to transition your home or business to solar power.

Solar Power 101: How to Make the Switch

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I've covered Muscle Cars from the 1960s and 1970s I like, Muscle Cars that had the best performance, cars that I have owned, fast cars that I have driven, and even classic VWs that I think are cool most recently.

Longest-Lasting Cars: Top 3 Most Reliable Models

New research from the Cleveland Clinic found an association between consuming erythritol, a sugar substitute found in many baked goods and other sweets, and a potentially increased risk for cardiovascular events like stroke or heart attack. Published in the journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology this month, researchers found that...

New Artificial Sweetener Research Bitters With Heart Risk Finding: Here's What to Know

In an era of growing environmental awareness and the need for sustainable energy solutions, the question of whether it is possible to power an entire home using solar energy has become increasingly relevant. As the demand for renewable energy sources continues to rise, homeowners are exploring various options to reduce their carbon footprint and take control of their energy needs.

Can You Power Your Whole Home With Solar Panels?

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In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

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Shell plans to invest $10-$15 billion across 2023-2025 to support the development of low-carbon energy solutions including e-mobility, low-carbon fuels, renewable power generation, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage.

Shell building 100MW electrolyzer to generate 97,000 pounds hydrogen daily

Gas, water bills and energy prices are high and climbing higher. This summer has been the hottest on record for many cities across the US, and these scorching temperatures and heat waves are causing many to run to their thermostats to seek relief. Increased air conditioning usage can hammer folks with lofty cooling costs this time of year, which may have you wondering how you can cool down without wrecking your monthly spending. When you're renting, it isn't always possible to implement major cost-saving and energy-conserving changes, like weatherstripping or buying new Energy Star appliances. Chances are that you're not allowed to undertake big projects as an apartment dweller since even small tweaks could result in a lease violation.

10 Tips to Lower Your Utility Costs as a Renter

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News!. Fossil energy stakeholders have been ginning up opposition to large-scale solar farms, but they should have been watching their backs. The latest development in photovoltaic technology involves low-cost perovskite solar cells created in the form of a solution which can be applied to a thin film or coated onto almost any surface. The opposition will need to figure out a new angle of attack when the world is suddenly plastered with perovskites.

Sheer Chaos As Paint-On Perovskite Solar Cells Take Over

If you clean your home regularly, the idea of mold lurking in random nooks and crannies may seem a bit ridiculous. Mold? In your home? Impossible! We're sorry to say that it isn't as impossible as it sounds. In fact, it's a great idea for just about everyone to add routine mold checks to their cleaning list. In fact, not doing so could be detrimental to your health.

Does Your Home Have Hidden Mold? 7 Areas You Should Check Right Now

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How We Found the Best and Worst States for Solar Accessibility

When speaking with industry experts about potential barriers to transitioning to renewable energy, we often hear the term \"solar accessibility\" pop up during the conversation. We...

When speaking with industry experts about potential barriers to transitioning to renewable energy, we often hear the term "solar accessibility" pop up during the conversation. We...

How We Found the Best and Worst States for Solar Accessibility

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