EPA’s Proposed Power Plant Carbon Pollution Limits Are Critical
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed what could be the first-ever limits on carbon pollution from most power plants. The proposal would have vast benefits and should be strengthened and finalized soon.…
Commentary: S.C. senators can pass an overdue fix for unaffordable electric bills
A little-known regulatory policy temporarily put in place following the oil crisis of the 1970s is still prevalent and causing high electric bills, hiking Dominion customers’ bills yet again this past month.…
Unprecedented Funding Opportunities for Home Energy Upgrades
SACE hosted a workshop in Knoxville to help spread awareness about the unprecedented opportunities for residents to make home improvements that reduce energy use, lower utility bills, and improve comfort and safety.
Here’s What Memphians Are Saying About MLGW’s Power Supply Considerations
Memphians are speaking up, saying they do not want to be tied to TVA indefinitely, but rather want MLGW to leave all options on the table right now. Here are some excerpts…
Transformational Benefits for Memphis from the Inflation Reduction Act
Memphis and Shelby County is one of the best-positioned communities in the country to benefit from the newly-enacted federal clean energy and climate investment policy. But to get the most out of…
We're on the Cusp of Historic Climate Action
We’re seeing the impacts of climate change every day, with dire implications around the world. It’s time for our nation to begin in earnest to fulfill our duty and meet our pledges…
WV v. EPA: SCOTUS rules on EPA authority to regulate GHG emissions
We explore how the ruling does - and does not - affect opportunities for climate action nationally and in the Southeast.
Evaluation Shows Memphians Would Benefit from New Power Supply, More Information Will Reveal Benefits
On June 9, Memphis’ city utility, MLGW, hosted a joint meeting to the MLGW Board and Memphis City Council to present preliminary findings of their evaluation thus far of the bids MLGW…
10 Key Questions to Ask as Memphis Considers Future of Electricity Supply
On June 9 Memphis City Council will join the Memphis Light, Gas, and Water (MLGW) Board of Commissioners for a joint meeting to hear a presentation summarizing the proposals MLGW has received…
EVs Drive Down Oil, Especially In The Face of Tragedies
12 years ago, the Deepwater Horizon tragedy showed us the need to move past fossil fuel reliance. Today, the tragedy in Ukraine reinforces this imperative for us. The oil industry is now…