Canary Media | Covering the clean energy transition

Man pushing lawn mower next to dog on green grass.

Electrification

Electric lawn equipment, solar could be home-electrification ‘gateways’

People with firsthand home electrification experience are much more interested in cutting fossil fuels from other areas of their lives, per a new survey.

By Alison F. Takemura . 6 June 2024

In the foreground is an American flag in front of a large industrial facility. At right is an orange graphic of H2 molecules.

Hydrogen

Should power plants burn clean hydrogen to make electricity?

Utilities say the fuel can help them achieve a carbon-free grid. Climate hawks say it opens up a morass of waste and greenwashing that may impede better solutions.

By Julian Spector . 2 February 2024

A woman with long dark hair helps a small boy get out of a black car, while a man wearing a baseball cap unloads the trunk

Electric vehicles

How car-sharing can make the EV revolution more equitable

Electric vehicles are a key part of the energy transition, but they’re expensive and resource-intensive. EV car shares could help fix both problems.

By Syris Valentine . 19 September 2023

Solar

He couldn't install solar at home, so he helps nonprofits do it instead

This solar champion shows community groups how to tap Inflation Reduction Act incentives so they can afford solar panels.

By Alison F. Takemura . 11 September 2023

A cartoon illustration of a group of people watching a movie outside at night

Fun stuff

What to watch this summer: Climate lovers' edition

Check out these movies and TV shows with climate-positive messages, recommended by climate storytellers and Hollywood insiders.

By Claire Elise Thompson . 29 May 2023

Solar

How to make sure your solar-plus-battery system works in a blackout

After disasters like Hurricane Fiona, solar panels and batteries can be a lifeline. Energy experts offer some do's and don'ts to help make the most of backup systems during outages.

By Maria Gallucci . 17 October 2022