Boston Ranks #1 on Efficiency, Massachusetts Surges Ahead on Renewables
Under Governor's Patrick's leadership, the state has passed some of the most progressive laws in the US and is reaping the benefits.
France Levies Taxes on Carbon and Nuclear Energy
Under President Hollande, the country is moving agressively toward efficiency and renewables.
California Passes 4 Important Laws to Drive Renewables, Electric Vehicles
Laws that await Governor Brown's signature: shared renewable energy; no more cap on net-metering; EV charging stations required in building code and must be open to everyone.
Best Sites for Solar, Wind Aren't Where You Think
Carnegie Mellon researchers argue that solar and wind plants should be sited where they do the most good, not where the sun and wind is.
Renewables Slashed as GOP Shifts Budget To Defense
The House wants to cut the budget for renewable energy in half to raise Defense spending.
10 Countries Form the 'Renewables Club'
Representing 40% of the world's investment in renewable energy, they plan to lead by example.
Clean LA FiT to Reach 1.2 GW; Minnesota Creates Solar Requirement
LA's new mayor says he will greatly expand the feed-in program; Minnesota creates a solar carve-out in its RPS.
Solar Installers Battle Utilities to Preserve Net Metering
The Alliance for Solar Choice formed to protect supportive state policies for solar which are under attack in 43 states.
Solar Now Mandated in Two California Cities
Lancaster requires solar on new residential construction; Sebastopol mandates it on all construction.
EU Agrees to Charge Duties on Chinese Solar Panels
The EU will levy provisional duties in June, but a negotiated solution is possible given the importance of China for its exports.