Wind
Chart: California's big bet on offshore wind
The state has a goal to build 25 GW of offshore wind by 2045, most of it floating turbines — enough to provide 25% of its electricity.
By Maria Virginia Olano .
Policy & regulation
Clean fleets
‘Green bank’ launches $250M effort to electrify California’s port trucks
The program, from Climate United and Forum Mobility, will help secure the EV trucks and charging stations needed to phase out diesel trucks at the state’s busy ports.
By Jeff St. John .
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Grid edge
Californians saved the grid again. They should be paid more for it
Smart thermostats, solar-charged batteries, EVs and other household devices can shore up the stressed grid. Why isn't the state going all in on incentives?By Jeff St. John .
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Food and farms
What exactly is 'climate-smart agriculture'?
The new climate law will direct big bucks toward regenerative farming practices. But is that good climate policy?By Michael Grunwald .
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Solar
California is finally unlocking community solar for the masses
A newly passed bill will open up community solar subscriptions for people who can’t put panels on their roofs — and deliver clean power when the grid needs it most.By Julian Spector .
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Nuclear
California faces big power challenges — even if Diablo Canyon stays open
Lawmakers voted to keep the state’s last nuclear plant operating, but California still needs to massively ramp up renewable energy, grid storage, efficiency and distributed energy.By Jeff St. John .
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Fossil fuels
Hawaii just got rid of coal power for good
Next up: finding new roles for coal plant workers — and keeping the lights on during a global energy crisis.By Julian Spector .
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Electric vehicles
NYC may ban e-bikes in public housing following a spate of fires
Critics say the move could jeopardize the livelihoods of delivery workers and are pushing to make charging safer, easier and more affordable.By Maria Gallucci .
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Solar
Climate law incentives prompt First Solar to build another US factory
The U.S. currently produces 11 gigawatts of solar modules each year. By 2025, First Solar will be making 10 gigawatts all by itself.By Julian Spector .
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Guides and how-tos
Could you get home energy and EV incentives under the climate law?
Find out which tax credits and upfront discounts you can earn for heat pumps, solar, electric vehicles and more — and how much money they could save you.By Alison F. Takemura .
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Fossil fuels
EPA should crack down on fossil-fueled heating, climate groups argue
A coalition of activists is petitioning the Environmental Protection Agency to phase out furnaces and water heaters that burn gas and oil.By Emily Pontecorvo .
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