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Sunrise brief: Net zero carbon for less than the cost of a cup of Joe? Here’s how

Also on the rise: EDF Renewables brings two solar projects online, one with storage; and solar investor Magic Johnson teams up with Allstate.

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Solar groups sue Wisconsin regulators over fixed charge fees

Alleging that the fixed charge fees unfairly discriminate, Sierra Club and Vote Solar filed a lawsuit against the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.

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Delaware legislature approves boost to renewable portfolio standard

The bill’s sponsors say that Delaware is on track to meet its existing RPS goal of 25% renewable energy by 2025. Environmental advocates are pressing for more.

Massachusetts lawmakers re-pass vetoed climate bill

After the governor “reluctantly” vetoed the bill, lawmakers vowed to immediately refile and again pass the sweeping legislation.

Top 10 distributed solar policy trends of 2020

The N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center tracked policy actions and highlights in a report key trends.

Granholm focuses on jobs and clean tech in DOE confirmation hearing

Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm told a Senate confirmation hearing that she wants to use her role as Energy Secretary to bring cleantech jobs to the US, achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and invest in tech through DOE loan programs.

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Biden orders government-wide approach to fight climate change

The action calls on federal agencies to lead by example and solidify climate considerations as a critical part of U.S. foreign policy and national security.

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Sunrise brief: 20 MW Cummins electrolyzer is producing green hydrogen

Also on the rise: Salient Energy wins a grant to advance its zinc-ion battery tech, Ingeteam supplies equipment for a California solar project, and a new call for to avert global “energy apartheid.”

Companies call on Biden Administration to speed shift to zero-carbon power

Working alongside the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, the sector-leading brands outline a trio of policies they say must be taken to achieve a zero-carbon power sector.

Virginia aims to make installing energy storage easier

The state is under a crunch to build out 3.1 GW of storage by 2035, but bills meant to remove lengthy regulatory approvals and ease the procurement of local permits are looking to alleviate the pressure.

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