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EPA Issues Awards for “Solar for All” Program

April 22, 2024 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON – The Biden Administration today announced award winners for a grant competition it held last year for Solar for All, a $7 billion program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to deploy residential and community solar, integrated storage and cover related…

New Federal Rule Protects Eagles While Supporting Clean Energy Development

February 8, 2024 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service released a final eagle permitting rule that protects Bald and Golden eagles while providing a new pathway for wind energy development and other industries.

Proposed Hydrogen Tax Credit Rules a Win for Climate, Industry, Electricity Consumers

December 22, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON – Today the U.S. Department of Treasury released its proposed guidance for the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) federal clean hydrogen tax credits, which are expected to amount to several hundreds of billions of dollars in subsidies for the emerging…

A Permitting Plan That Can Get the Job Done

December 13, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON – Key House lawmakers unveiled landmark legislation today that would spur the investments in electricity transmission needed for the clean energy transition while ensuring equitable and efficient permitting.

New Laws Make Michigan A National Leader in Clean Energy

November 28, 2023 Press ReleaseDetroit

The legislation, which includes Senate Bills 271, 273, and 502 will make Michigan a national leader on clean, carbon-free, and renewable energy. 

Michigan House Passes Clean Energy Future Bills, Putting the State on the Path to 100% Clean Energy

November 3, 2023 Press ReleaseMichigan

The Michigan House of Representatives late Thursday passed the Clean Energy Future bill package which represents a major step forward towards the state’s clean energy goals.

Governor Whitmer Addresses Energy Policy in 'What's Next Address'

August 30, 2023 Press ReleaseMichigan

Governor Whitmer outlined policy priorities for the fall today in her “What’s Next Address.”

Inflation Reduction Act to Drive Historic Clean Energy Transition

June 29, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON – A new compilation of government, academic, industry and other analyses provides the strongest evidence yet that the Inflation Reduction Act is poised to drive a historic transformation of the U.S. economy toward cleaner, renewable energy.

White House Proposes Modern Review and Approval Process

May 10, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — White House Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation John Podesta outlined a comprehensive set of legislative proposals to improve siting and permitting procedures for clean energy facilities and transmission system upgrades.

Michigan has Potential to Reduce Emissions by Over 94%

October 3, 2022 Press ReleaseMichigan

New Report Models Actions Needed to Meet Climate Goals

Michigan Ratepayers Celebrate Historic Win for Greener, Healthier Energy

June 23, 2022 Press ReleaseMichigan

More than 4,500 residents weighed in, brought Consumers Energy to negotiations

NRDC Report: Electric Vehicles Could Save North Carolinians $92 Billion, Avoid 679 Hospital Visits

April 6, 2022 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

RALEIGH, NC — North Carolina can avoid 679 hospital visits and save $92 billion by transitioning to zero-emission electric vehicles and trucks, according to a new report. North Carolina Transportation Electrification Roadmap illustrates North Carolina’s pathway to develop light-, medium-…

NRDC Analysis: 14,500-18,700 Michigan Jobs from Build Back Better Agenda

February 9, 2022 Press ReleaseMichigan

A new NRDC analysis shows that the Build Back Better agenda, as it currently stands, has the potential to significantly accelerate clean energy investment, economic activity, and job growth in Michigan.

Draft Michigan Climate Plan Outlines Carbon Neutrality Recommendations For The State

January 19, 2022 Press ReleaseMichigan

The Whitmer administration released a draft climate action plan for Michigan titled Draft MI Healthy Climate Plan. The release of the draft will begin a public comment period, that runs through February 14, to inform the Council on Climate Solutions’…

Gas Industry Backed HB 220 Takes Rights Away from NC Communities

November 29, 2021 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

Today the North Carolina General Assembly has passed HB220, which, if signed by Governor Cooper, will take away the rights of counties and cities to pass performance standards that cut carbon emissions from new buildings by using electrification.

Biden’s Michigan Visit Reinforces High Stakes for Build Back Better Vote

November 17, 2021 Press ReleaseMichigan

President Biden visited General Motors’ Factory ZERO today, fresh from signing the landmark Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (the “bipartisan infrastructure bill”) into law on Monday. Formerly Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly, the plant has transitioned to producing all electric vehicles, as part…

North Carolina Gov. Cooper Secures a Big Advance on Climate from Republican-Led Legislature

October 13, 2021 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

RALEIGH, NC -- Today Governor Cooper signed HB951, a bill that was previously a give-away to Duke Energy and the fracked gas industry, but has since undergone intense revisions that will provide a pathway to address climate change. The bill…

Governor Cooper Must Sign Revised Energy Bill

October 7, 2021 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

RALEIGH, NC -- The North Carolina General Assembly has passed HB951, a bill that was previously a give-away to Duke Energy and the fracked gas industry, but has since undergone intense revisions. If signed, the bill would codify parts of…

DTE Expands Access to Clean Energy Through Pilot Program

June 9, 2021 Press ReleaseMichigan

The Michigan Public Service Commission approved a settlement for DTE Electric Company’s renewable energy plan.