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March 31, 2026

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Eversource, Solar Developer Settle Stormwater Runoff Claim
Eversource Energy and solar developer CS Energy agree to pay fines to settle claims that they damaged wetlands in Massachusetts. Shutterstock
New York Moves to Centralize Energy Data
The NY Public Service Commission has taken the next step in its proceeding to reform how energy-related data is handled in the state.
Mass. DEP, Biomass Developer Tussle over Permit
Palmer Renewable Energy has appealed Massachusetts DEP's decision to revoke approval of the developer's biomass power plant.
NREL Apps Accelerate Rooftop Approvals
A surge in applications for residential solar systems is straining local building departments, a situation NREL wants to help fix.
Small Solar in Maine Struggling, Industry Says
Representatives of Maine’s solar industry say burdensome interconnection practices threaten small-scale projects in the state.
FERC Rejects Mich. Transco’s EV Charging Bid
FERC sided with 2 Mich. utilities in a turf war with METC over its request to spend $15 million on a pilot project to build chargers for long-haul trucks.
CEC Funds Cutting Edge Load Flexibility Project
The CEC has taken a step toward making millions of households part of demand response efforts designed to avoid blackouts.
Study Says NC Needs Clean Energy Standard to Meet Climate Goals
Environmental advocates say North Carolina's upcoming decision on joining the RGGI could be critical to its efforts to cut carbon emissions 70% by 2030.
Hawaii Study Examines Carbon Tax Impact
A draft study on carbon pricing in Hawaii suggests a carbon tax program would lower GHG emissions and could give households a dividend.
Michigan LDCs in Turf War with Transco over EV Charging
Mich. utilities are in a turf battle with METC over its request to spend $15 million on a pilot project to build charging facilities for long-haul trucks.

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