N.C. Democrats Decry EPA Cancellation of Solar for All
The program, which aimed to expand solar energy in low-income and disadvantaged communities, had awarded $156 million to a coalition in the state.
In Red Springs, a Flaming Robo-Vacuum Raises Concerns About the Electric System
Town officials call the April power surge an ‘Act of God.’ Municipal financial documents suggest otherwise. Â
Environmental Activists Fight Expansion of Gas Pipeline in Guilford
A planned expansion would add 24 miles to Transco’s pipeline running though four N.C. counties.
On the Frontlines of North Carolina’s Natural Gas Buildout
A LNG processing facility, four power plants, multiple compressor stations, and a number of pipelines are all awaiting state approval.
Riding the Solar Coaster
Installers are navigating new state rules that have put a damper on rooftop solar.Â
Up and Atom?
Duke is leaning on advanced but unproven nuclear technology to decarbonize. Environmentalists say that will delay climate goals.Â
Keeping the Lights On
Duke Energy has billed a new $14.5 million microgrid project in Hot Springs as a leap forward. But will it lead to greater grid resilience?
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North Carolina Trees Are Feeding Europe’s ‘Clean Energy’ Revolution
Scientists and environmental activists have raised concerns about the carbon benefit of burning wood pellets for power. But the industry churning them out in North Carolina has continued to grow.