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 Article | 04.28.2020

TVA Bait and Switch: Says local utilities can self-generate 5% of energy, then offers program that only allows 1-2%

Update: Since this blog was published TVA adjusted the rules of its Flexibility Program to multiply solar capacity by a factor of 0.4 so that LPCs can generate up to … Continued

 Article | 04.22.2020

On the 50th Earth Day: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 Can Help Heal our Earth and Protect Society Moving into the Future

This month, as we continue to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic, we also must raise our eyes to the horizon and reflect on lessons learned and future challenges.

 Article | 04.20.2020

All-Source Procurement: Allowing Renewables to Compete in Utility Planning

Why are utility executives surprised by all-source procurement outcomes? And, more importantly, how can other utilities replicate these results? A new paper explores the application of all-source...

 Article | 04.17.2020

“An Ounce of Prevention” Can Save Lives and Money

Trusting good science, taking strong action, and getting out in front of a problem is critical to avoiding catastrophe – for both the COVID-19 pandemic and the crisis awaiting us down the road with...

 Article | 04.16.2020

Memphis: The Time is Right to Do What is Right and Take Action

 Article | 04.15.2020

Honoring Kristin Jacobs: A Climate Champion

As a long-time Broward County Commissioner and more recently a state representative, Kristin took on complex regulatory and policy matters. She leaves a long legacy of environmental stewardship –...

 Article | 04.09.2020

EVs Poised for a Faster Rebound as Global Auto Industry Declines: SACE Response to Wood Mackenzie Claims

Unless we see automakers going back on their planned $300 billion of global EV investments over the next 5-10 years, there is little reason to think the economic crisis will hit EVs any harder than...

 Article | 04.07.2020

Rolling Back Clean Car Standards Will Cost Consumers, Cut Jobs, Increase Pollution, and Thwart Climate Progress

This blog was co-written by Jennifer Rennicks, former Senior Director of Policy & Communications at the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, and was updated on April 14, 2020 with additional material.

 Article | 04.06.2020

Keep Your Utility Bills Down While Keeping Your Family Safe

This guest blog written by Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Brent Bailey highlights ways to keep your family safe and be more energy efficient during COVID-19.

 Article | 04.03.2020

Automakers: Seize Your Opportunity to Focus Recovery Strategies on Accelerating Electric Vehicle Deployment

Driving electric is a resilient transportation option that provides benefits to consumers, enhances energy security, and stimulates economic development. The auto industry has ground to a temporary...