In Minnesota, the "Right of First Refusal" (ROFR) law has sparked a growing debate over its impact on the electricity transmission monopoly, raising concerns about the state's energy future and consumer costs. Enacted in 2012, this legislation granted utility companies exclusive rights to build new
Mass Save, Massachusetts' energy efficiency beacon, now grapples with a $500 million budget cut mandated by the Department of Public Utilities (DPU). This significant financial adjustment sent ripples across the utility landscape, prompting companies like Eversource and National Grid to devise new
British Columbia is at a crossroads as it grapples with reconciling ambitious climate objectives with its immediate economic interests. The province's annual climate change accountability report presents a revealing snapshot of this dichotomy, highlighting the current policies' shortcomings in
Microsoft has embarked on an ambitious and environmentally conscious journey to offset its increasing carbon footprint by partnering with EFM to protect 68,000 acres of forestland on Washington's Olympic Peninsula. This forest protection initiative, covering an area larger than the city of Seattle,
What if a groundbreaking technology could slash greenhouse gas emissions from ships by nearly 30%, offering a lifeline to one of the most polluting industries on Earth? This tantalizing prospect is becoming a reality with the advent of onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) systems. As
In a world where the quality of drinking water is of utmost concern, ensuring safe and clean water becomes a critical responsibility for utility companies. The Consolidated Utility District (CUD) has made significant strides in this regard, releasing its annual Consumer Confidence Report. This
