Federal officials have recognized Ohio-based steel producer Cleveland-Cliffs for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by nearly a third. However, advocates argue there is room for further reductions. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker plans to sign a bill that partially lifts a 36-year moratorium on new nuclear plant construction to permit small modular reactors. Wisconsin regulators rejected a utility’s request to end net metering in exchange for a program that compensates customers less for excess solar power sent to the grid. The Indiana Municipal Power Agency completed a nearly 10 MW solar project that officials say will help it transition from coal and avoid increasing rates. An eastern Ohio township will ban commercial wind and solar projects based on local opposition to a proposed development. An Illinois editorial board commends state lawmakers for passing a new bill to lift the state’s nuclear moratorium so small modular reactor can be included in Illinois’ zero-carbon portfolio.
Solar Dominates US Energy Capacity Growth
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published data showing that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating
