Memphis' Utility Takes Historic Step Into the 21st Century
This blog post was written by Brady Watson, former Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. Yesterday, Memphis Light, Gas & Water (MLGW) staff made a recommendation to its…
Where the Candidates Stand On Energy: Democratic Nominee for North Carolina Senator Cal Cunningham
In this blog, we examine the policies and position of Cal Cunningham, the Democratic nominee for North Carolina's Senator. Also in this series we profile Thom Tillis, the current Senator and Republican…
Where the Candidates Stand On Energy: Republican Nominee for North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis
In this blog, we examine the policies and position of Thom Tillis, the current Senator and Republican nominee for North Carolina's Senator. Also in this series we profile Cal Cunningham, the Democratic…
Time for Florida to Join the 21st Century on Energy Efficiency
The Florida Public Service Commission's practices for setting energy efficiency goals date back to the early '90's. The practices are so bad that no other states rely on them for setting goals.…
Transportation Working Group Meets as Part of Knoxville Climate Council
This blog post was written by Brady Watson, former Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon is convening a newly-formed city Climate Council in a…
Amazon Wind Farm in North Carolina
Recent advances in wind energy technology have made wind energy an economic and reliable source of power throughout the Southeast. The first coastal wind farm to be built in the Southeast, called…
Promising Trends Emerging for U.S. Offshore Wind
A report released earlier this year shows very promising trends for the declining cost of offshore wind energy.
MLGW Board nears decision, TVA's offer fails to impress
MLGW's Board of Directors will consider the next step in evaluating alternative supply options on August 19: issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide power. TVA has issued an ultimatum: issue…
Florida electric planning process will continue over-reliance on gas, expose Floridians to higher costs and risks, and fail to address climate crisis
Every year, regulated Florida utilities file a Ten Year Site Plan (TYSP) with the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC). These plans are viewed as the equivalent of Integrated Resource Plans (IRPs) done…
Where the Candidates Stand On Energy: Democratic Nominee for North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper
In this blog, we examine the policies and position of Roy Cooper, the current Governor and Democratic nominee for North Carolina's Governor. Also in this series we profile Dan Forest, the current…