BIG CLIMATE WIN: On July 1, Virginia officially rejoins RGGI, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. VA joined, left, and returned to the program over the span of three governors. Here’s what that says about the power of state elections.

Solar is the #1 source of new electricity being added to the U.S grid. As of May 2026, it's surpassed coal as the dominant new energy source being built! This is happening even as the Trump administration commits over $700 million in federal support for coal plants and exports...

Duke Energy wants North Carolina households to pay about 18% more over two years. For an average customer, that could mean roughly $34 more each month by 2028.

Juneteenth marks a defining moment in American freedom: the day the promise of emancipation finally reached enslaved people who had been denied it for far too long. It is also a reminder that freedom requires more than a declaration.

Illinois has been building a clean energy workforce. Federal rollbacks put that progress at risk. Some clean energy firms have already laid off workers, frozen hiring, or expect layoffs as federal tax credits expire.

Good news if you’re buying or leasing a car in New York! Check the Drive Clean Rebate before you sign. The state just added $30 million to the program, which can take $500 to $2,000 off a new electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid at a participating dealership.

A Louisiana bill would bar the state from spending a dime on clean energy or emissions-reduction work. This chokes off new solar and wind, right when demand climbs and the state needs cheaper power online fast.

New England had to turn to oil-fired power during a May heat wave. Not in the depth of winter, and not at the height of summer. May, before the hardest part of the season had even started.

A new Illinois energy law takes effect today. It targets the electric bills that have been climbing across the state.

We spend our days fighting for a livable climate and a grid that supports communities because the future is worth building for. But it's only worth it if everyone gets to live in that future freely. This Pride Month, we want to unequivocally say: that includes the LGBTQ+ community.

Clean energy gives countries more control over their energy future. A new international report points to the energy security reality that countries that build more clean power are less exposed to global fossil fuel price shocks.

The grid is in better shape than ever this summer thanks to the help of new clean energy. The latest summer reliability assessment says new resources have outpaced demand growth and helped boost reserves, with solar and battery additions helping meet rising demand in many areas.

Wind and solar projects have 38 days left to begin construction before a major federal tax credit cutoff hits. These credits were going to extend for much longer until a Congressional bill last year to single out wind and solar.

Worried about grid reliability? Even with a hot summer expected, you can worry a little less this year, and that is thanks to clean energy! www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

If gas prices have your eyes popping this holiday weekend, consider an electric vehicle. And if new car prices cause your eyes to bulge too, you'd be in good company when considering a used EV.

Solar is overtaking coal in Texas. You read that right: Texas! www.canarymedia.com/articles/sol...

“States can help consumers switch to high-efficiency electric appliances by lowering the up-front costs and minimizing ongoing operational costs.” www.utilitydive.com/news/high-wi...

Clean energy tax credits can sound abstract, but get much clearer when you look at who’s fighting for them. The tell in the latest push to protect them is the trade union participation. Building trades are weighing in on the credits keep construction work moving.

States that move on energy infrastructure protect families from the affordability crisis. States that don't are falling behind. Illinois' new Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act takes effect June 1. $13.4B in projected savings!

North Carolina just blocked 770 megawatts of cheap solar – power for about 200K homes! - while consumer bills keep rising.

Colorado just made it legal to plug solar panels into your apartment outlet + supply the grid + save on your bills. No electrician, rooftop, or homeownership required. The new law removes restrictions that blocked balcony solar statewide — opening clean energy savings to renters for the first time!

Illinois lawmakers have ended their push to legalize balcony solar, with safety concerns standing in the way. https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/solar/balcony-solar-bill-dies-illinois

One argument against clean energy has been reliability, but when the sun goes down, batteries take over. This new report shows it's also the cheapest to build and run. Solar + storage costs $54–82 per (MWh) New coal: $70–85 New gas plants: $100+ Solar = cheaper, and faster to build!

Wind Turbine Tech and Solar Installer are the two fastest growing jobs in America. Then Congress rolled back many clean energy incentives. Now a new report says we lost 5,600 of those jobs in Q1 2026 alone. The demand didn't disappear — we lost the policies to support it.

High electricity bills have multiple culprits: infrastructure, fuel prices, demand growth, and extreme weather, to name a few. @cleanaircatf.bsky.social breaks down what helps in a recent analysis: build supply, use the grid better, and cut reliance on volatile fuel. Fix it right or foot the bill!

Record amount of new power capacity expected in 2026 — nearly double from last year — led by solar, batteries & wind. This is a key to easing grid pressure! But the incentives making it happen are being cut or expiring. Which could mean higher energy bills.

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! May is a crucial month to celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian individuals. We'll share more throughout the month on the AAPI community and clean energy!

"Utility bills in Michigan have risen because of rising electricity demand and utility spending on an aging grid, and this legislative proposal to undercut energy efficiency and renewable energy threatens to worsen affordability challenges, not address them." michiganadvance.com/2026/04/28/b...

Lowering energy costs is at the top of everyone's mind. One thing that can help? More energy efficient appliances at home. There may be benefits available to help offset costs. Check out this op-ed, specific to NM, to learn more. www.santafenewmexican.com/opinion/my_v...

Solar power isn't going anywhere but up, up, up! www.canarymedia.com/articles/sol...

Great news! Virginia will be able to connect clean power to the grid faster! advancedenergyunited.org/press-releas...

Still have space on your #DCClimateWeek agenda tomorrow? Join us and Groundwire Group to learn how to take advantage of communicating your journey, even between big moments! luma.com/hkj0gb51

Looking for good news on clean energy? Another clean energy project has started to generate energy! www.eenews.net/articles/lar...

Clean energy is still creating jobs. ctnewsjunkie.com/2026/04/16/r...

Want cheaper, faster power? The Colorado legislature just passed a bill to support it! advancedenergyunited.org/press-releas...

"Blocking renewable energy has a price. In Indiana, that price is hundreds of millions of dollars a year." www.indystar.com/story/opinio...

Thank you to our 2026 5K for the Planet sponsor, @countersparkus.bsky.social. Counterspark is giving people a platform to say yes for climate action and the clean energy transition. Their mission is to make sure America is powered by 100% clean energy and electrified transportation.

Clean energy is beating gas! www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

Supporting clean energy is a winning message. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/u...

Walmart is investing in electric vehicle chargers! insideevs.com/news/792338/...

Solar is on the rise and rooftop solar generates 20% of power in Puerto Rico now! www.utilitydive.com/news/rooftop...

Want an electric vehicle but a new one isn't in the budget? Great news. The used EV market is booming! www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...

Exactly! For California's DSGS program that pays homes and businesses to provide power to the grid: "you’ve got to make sure that everyone knows what the rules are, and that the rules aren’t going to change." www.canarymedia.com/articles/vir...

Looking to electrify your home but worried about upgrades to prepare? You may be more ready than you think. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...

A Virginia offshore wind project is generating power as of Monday! virginiamercury.com/briefs/domin...

Electricity prices are a huge burden across the country. Read about one solution from Rep. @dayhochmanvigil.bsky.social. www.santafenewmexican.com/opinion/my_v...

As gas and oil prices remain unstable, Pakistanis are turning to solar. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

New Jersey is at an energy crossroads. Demand is rising & families are facing extremely high energy bills. In a new op-ed in The NJ Globe, we show how NJ can move forward with cleaner, cheaper power while boosting jobs & investments. newjerseyglobe.com/opinion/spon... #MeetTheMoment #CleanEnergy

Revolution Wind just went live and now, Vineyard Wind is going live! All thanks to state action! www.wbur.org/news/2026/03...

Virtual power plants are becoming more and more popular, and this article even says they are key to unlocking the energy transition. But, what are they? Learn more! finance.yahoo.com/news/virtual...