Ava Baineson

Introduction A nationwide tug-of-war over climate funding sharpened when $7.56 billion in clean energy grants vanished with a single October announcement, and the fallout quickly turned a budget decision into a test of constitutional limits and administrative candor. The disputed move set off a

In the wake of a devastating hurricane that struck the Gulf Coast earlier this year, millions of households endured power outages lasting over 90 hours, with some areas plunged into darkness for nearly a week. This staggering disruption, driven by increasingly severe weather patterns, underscores a

In the heart of the Garden State, a quiet revolution is brewing at the intersection of agriculture and renewable energy, where farmers burdened by shrinking land and mounting financial pressures might find an unexpected savior in solar power. New Jersey, known for its rich farming heritage, faces a

In the heart of Charleston, West Virginia, a quiet but urgent battle unfolds as residents of Kanawha Valley confront an invisible threat lurking in the air they breathe, raising serious concerns about their health and safety. Ethylene oxide (EtO), a chemical widely used in manufacturing and

In a decision that has ignited significant debate, a state board in Ohio recently approved a major solar energy initiative in Fulton County, disregarding the fervent objections of local residents and officials, highlighting the growing friction between state-level renewable energy ambitions and the

The Colorado River, a vital artery for millions across the American West, faces an unprecedented crisis as prolonged drought and aridification strain its dwindling flows, threatening water security for agriculture, cities, and ecosystems alike. Amid this dire situation, a potential turning point

As winter approaches in 2025, the North American electric grid faces an unprecedented challenge with peak demand projected to surge by 20 gigawatts (GW), a staggering 2.5% increase compared to last season, raising serious questions about the grid’s ability to keep pace. This rapid escalation,

Setting the Stage: A Climate Policy Clash with Market-Wide Ripples In a striking development for environmental policy and corporate accountability, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has issued a temporary injunction against California's Senate Bill 261 (SB 261), a pivotal climate

California stands at a pivotal moment in the clean energy race, with hydrogen positioned as a potential game-changer for decarbonizing tough sectors like heavy-duty transport and industrial operations, but the state’s ambitious plans have hit a wall, marked by the loss of over $2 billion in federal

In a striking reflection of mounting pressures on the energy sector, recent data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals that electricity consumption in the United States has surged by over 10% in key industrial states since the start of this decade, placing unprecedented