California State

GRID: Regional transmission experts say the buildup of energy-intensive data centers poses an “emerging risk” to grid reliability in the West. (OPB) California’s public advocacy agency recommends applying new net-metering rules to existing rooftop solar, saying slashing compensation would reduce cost-shifting to non-solar customers. (PV Magazine) A...

Analysts: Data centers pose emerging risk to the Western grid

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released the 2024 U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER), which shows that the energy workforce overall added over 250,000 jobs in 2023; 56% of those were in clean energy. The clean energy sector now accounts for more than half of new energy sector jobs and is growing twice as fast the rest of the energy sector and the U.S. economy overall.

Clean energy jobs growing twice as fast as U.S. economy

Ohio State

In central Ohio, a fight has been going on for more than a year between developers of a solar project and a so-called “grassroots” group that doesn’t want it built. Knox Smart Development popped up late last year to fight the 120 MW Frasier Solar project, holding a town hall and otherwise campaigning to stir up opposition to the project. Kathiann Kowalski reported for the Energy News Network that the group has appeared at three public hearings in front of Ohio’s energy project siting board, and made more than 100 unique arguments against approving the project.

The misinformation at the heart of rural solar opposition

(CN) — In recent years, American taxpayers have earmarked more than $16 billion for the research and development of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) projects. Some of that money has trickled down to the tiny town of Wilsonville, Alabama, where in 2009, the U.S. Department of Energy established the National Carbon Capture Center, its primary carbon-capture research facility.

Investments in carbon capture intensify despite scrutiny

CBS News

Going green isn't only good for the planet — it can also put some green in your pocket.The U.S. added 142,000 clean energy jobs last year, with employment in the emerging sector growing more than twice as fast as the rest of the energy industry and the economy overall, the Department of Energy said Wednesday in an annual report. Of the more than 250,000 jobs added in the energy sector last year, 56% involved clean energy, the agency found. "The data clearly show that clean energy means jobs — good jobs, union jobs and jobs retained — in communities across the country...

U.S. is seeing a boom in clean energy jobs

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Florida State

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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Solar-powered power banks seem like a fantastic idea -- attach some solar panels to a power bank, and you have a free power source whenever the sun is shining. However, the reality is different from this idyllic vision of limitless energy. Also: The best portable power stations you can buy:...

Why you should stop using your solar-powered power bank

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

KF Wind, a floating offshore wind project being developed off the coast of Ulsan by Ocean Winds and Mainstream Renewable Power, has secured the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval from the Ministry of Environment for the totality of the two-phase project. The EIA was achieved after more than 12 months...

Ocean Winds and Mainstream Renewable Power Win EIA for Their KF Wind Project

"Our goal has always been to make clean energy more accessible and affordable for everyone." A solar energy study published in June by California's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is making headlines, as seen in The Mercury News. That's because the report details how — and where — rooftop solar owners...

New study shows you can save $700 on monthly energy bills with rooftop solar: 'Effectively reduced energy costs'

Georgia State

Crisp County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

3D view of the planned plant in Altbach/Deizisau, Germany, copyright: EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG. Customized concept reduces interfaces and secures energy supply. With the construction of a new combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant in Altbach/Deizisau in Germany, EnBW is paving the way for the future use of low-CO2 or green hydrogen in the 2030s. As a first step, the site’s electricity and heat production will be switched from coal to gas starting in 2026. The top priority is the uninterrupted supply to households and industry. To ensure this, it was crucial to find competent and reliable partners.

Mammoet starts work on the construction of a new combined cycle gas turbine power plant for the future use of hydrogen

Texas State

Texas, which is now leading the charge in adopting solar energy, will get to store some of that sun power thanks to three massive grid battery installations announced by Intersect Power. According to a press release, the clean energy development company recently secured $837 million in financing to deploy one...

Company plans to build $800 million worth of battery installations to fix Texas's 'broken' grid — here's how

The H2 pilot cavern (HPC) Krummhörn demonstration plant opened by Olaf Lies, Lower Saxony’s Minister for Economic Affairs, Transport, Construction and Digitalization, Michal Lewis, CEO of Uniper, Holger Kreetz, COO of Uniper and Doug Waters, Managing Director of Uniper Energy Storage, in the presence of numerous guests from politics and administration. During a tour of the plant, the guests were able to gain comprehensive insight into the project and Uniper’s strategy with regard to greener gases.

Uniper opens new storage facility for green H in Krummhörn

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced $521 million in Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program awards to continue the build-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative fueling infrastructure in communities across the country, along designated highways, interstates, and major roadways. The CFI grants, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure...

New government grant program aims to expand EV charging infrastructure

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

Labor Day is just around the corner, and if you're still finalizing vacation plans or contemplating a last-minute getaway, North Carolina has plenty of options for you. Whether you're planning a road trip with the family or a solo adventure, an extended weekend outside of the city might be just what you need.

North Carolina Beach Town is the Best Labor Day Weekend Getaway in the State

Michigan State

Besides introducing a bevy of new risks to corporate America, the computers that power artificial intelligence eat up a lot of energy. So much so that the Wall Street Journal reports that AI is among the reasons that Michigan is spending $2 billion to reopen a nuclear power plant it closed just two years ago.

AI uses so much energy it's bringing a nuclear power plant back from the dead

Mainstream Renewable Power, the pureplay global wind and solar company majority-owned by Aker Horizons ASA, announced that joint venture KF Wind, a 1,125 MW floating offshore wind project being developed off the coast of Ulsan and owned by Mainstream (33.3%) and Ocean Winds (66.7 %), has secured the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval from the Ministry of Environment for the totality of the two-phase project.

1.1 GW Floating Offshore Wind Farm earns Key Approval

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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Clean energy jobs are surging

CLEAN ENERGY: The Department of Energy says clean energy jobs last year grew at twice the rate of other sectors, with unionization rates higher than in...

Clean energy jobs are surging

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