Oak Ridge, TN

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California State

Business Insider

Sunrun CEO Mary Powell said the company is focusing on a "battery-first" strategy and generating cash.

Residential solar is struggling. One company's add-on is helping it hit 1 million installations.

Missouri State

Newport, AR

Car manufacturer General Motors announced Thursday it signed a 15-year renewable power purchase agreement with NorthStar Clean Energy, which helps companies work toward their sustainability goals. The deal will support GM’s operations at three U.S. assembly plants. The deal will allow GM to source renewable electricity from NorthStar’s 180-megawatt...

General Motors to lean on solar power for three assembly plants

Daily Energy Insider

U.S. developers and power plant owners added 20.2 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale electric generating capacity in the first half of 2024, according to the U.S. Energy Administration’s latest Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory. This new ... Read More »
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Power plant owners add 21 percent more electric generating capacity in first half of 2024

Iowa State

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Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

Nantucket, MA

One of the country’s largest offshore wind farms, Vineyard Wind, is generating nothing but bad PR after a turbine broke and shards of it fell into the ocean off the coast of Massachusetts last month. Debris from the massive blade washed ashore in nearby Nantucket, known for its affluent,...

Accident throws wrench in offshore wind turbines

North Carolina State

Edgecombe County, NC

Natron Energy, Inc. announced it will invest $1.4 billion to establish a sodium-ion battery giga-factory at the Kingsboro CSX Select Megasite in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, creating more than 1,000 jobs. The new facility will add to the company’s Michigan-based production capabilities. Natron will receive close to $30 million from...

U.S. Battery Manufacturer Announces $1.4B Production Facility in North Carolina

Oregon State

Choosing a company that sells clean energy … can result in even lower electric bills and less polluted air — a win-win for you and the planet. Electricity prices are soaring in many areas, but if you live in a state with a deregulated energy market, you could find some relief by switching to a cheaper utility provider. Choosing your energy supplier is one of the best ways to save money while contributing to a healthier environment.

As energy prices go up, here's how to ditch your expensive provider

Pompano Beach, FL

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Sanford, FL

Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

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

Coffee County, GA

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Louisiana State

Adams County, MS

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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. July 26, 2024 – According to the Darkhorse Press, a late-night raid led by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Group resulted in significant drug and firearm seizures, as well as multiple arrests.

Early Morning Drug Bust Leads to Multiple Arrests in Adams County

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Mountain View, Calif. — Gatik has announced a strategic investment from Nippon Express Holdings that will further strengthen the company’s position in the North American logistics landscape, accelerating the deployment of its autonomous technology across the region. “Gatik’s momentum continues to build as the company leverages a series...

Gatik secures funding from Nippon to expand North American middle-mile logistics

South Carolina State

Five U.S. military bases are leading the charge in America's clean energy revolution, and it's a win-win for national security and your wallet. The U.S. Department of Defense just announced a groundbreaking partnership with Duke Energy to power five military installations in North Carolina and South Carolina with 100% clean electricity, according to Electrek. This $248 million deal will bring two new 135-megawatt solar farms online by September 2026, providing an estimated 4.8 million megawatt hours of clean power over 15 years.

Five U.S. military installations make electrifying changes: 'Allows the Army to contribute to a more reliable commercial grid'

Boone, NC

Town Talks

Looking for a laid-back summer getaway? North Carolina has you covered with its charming small towns, perfect for a long weekend escape. Southern Living recently recognized our state by including four North Carolina towns in their list of "The 15 Most Adorable Small Towns for a Summer Getaway."

4 North Carolina Small Towns Named Most Adorable In The South

) - UPM Energy makes the second phase investment in its innovative ultracapacitor project, which will further strengthen the ability of hydropower to balance the grid. The new installation will be located next to the Kuusankoski hydropower plant and is expected to be operational by summer 2025. The system was...

UPM Energy invests in an ultracapacitor at Kuusankoski for balancing the grid

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Massachusetts State

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News!. Two trends have emerged in recent years to support the US solar energy industry. One is agrivoltaics and the other is community solar. For the most part they have been operating on separate tracks, but a raft of new projects in Massachusetts indicates that agrivoltaics and community solar are merging into a powerful new super-trend that will shut the door on fossil-fueled power plants once and for all.

The Killer Combo Of Agrivoltaics & Community Solar Is Coming For Your Fossil Fuels

Tennessee State

Erwin, TN

When it comes to finding a place to live, safety is a top priority for most. Researching crime data, exploring different neighborhoods and checking in with locals are common practices that you may utilize all to ensure that you and your family feel as safe and secure as possible. According...

Tennessee Destination Named The 'Safest' City In The Entire State

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TVA Allocates Additional $150M for Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Near Oak Ridge

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is doubling down on its commitment to advanced nuclear technology by approving an additional $150 million for the development of small...

TVA Allocates Additional $150M for Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Near Oak Ridge

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