Floridians should fight latest utility rate hikeÂ
Elected officials must help families by opposing rate increases and calling for investments in affordable, climate-resilient solutions.
Tag: utilities
Can solar power avoid the culture wars?
The industry is rebranding itself as a symbol of American 'energy dominance.'
How utilities are working to meet AI data centersâ voracious appetite for electricity
Heavy demand is stressing local power grids and forcing utilities to scramble to provide enough energy.
Artificial intelligence can help us recover from hurricanes faster
As extreme weather batters our power grids, digital solutions can empower utilities to build a more resilient system.
Utilities rely on dirty âpeakerâ plants when power demand surges, but there are alternatives
As climate change generates more frequent and intense heat waves, many utilities are increasingly relying on peaker plants.
Protecting Orlandoâs energy future from unfair utility changes
The Orlando Utilities Commission's proposed changes to net metering would harm current and future solar customers.
America faces a power disconnection crisis amid dangerous heat
In 27 states, utilities can shut off electricity for nonpayment even in a heat wave
What is curtailment? An electricity market expert explains why states sometimes have too much wind or solar power
The US needs more low-emissions electricity to slow climate change, so curtailment isnât a sound long-term strategy.
Climate pollution puts Florida at risk while clean energy strengthens the state
As Florida expands infrastructure that increases climate-related risks, the state's solar potential remains largely untapped.
Ignore the pushback â green energy is going strong Â
US government figures show that 94% of the new electricity generation built in 2024 will rely on green energy.
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