Wisconsin Republican lawmakers are circulating legislation that would allow private businesses to own and operate EV charging stations without being regulated as utilities, a necessary change for the state to receive $78 million in federal funding. This comes as a push for a Minnesota snowmobile company to produce an all-electric utility terrain vehicle to help the military phase out fossil fuel-powered vehicles. Other notable developments include a potential floating solar project in Ohio, reconsidering a previously approved tax abatement deal with a solar developer after public opposition. Des Moines, Iowa’s city council is considering a new climate action plan aimed at preserving net-zero emissions by 2050. Michigan officials will host a series of events to gather public input on implementing their climate plan.
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
