New Report Highlights Solar Energy Growth In North Carolina
A new report shows major growth in North Carolina's renew
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As Nuclear Struggles, A New Generation Of Engineers Is Motivated By Climate Change
The number of people graduating with nuclear engineering degrees has more than tripled since 2001. Many say they are motivated by climate change.
Court Tests NC Ban On Selling Solar Power To Greensboro Church
North Carolina's highest court is considering whether a clean-energy advocacy group illegally sold solar power to one church to undercut the monopoly power of the state's electric utilities.
Despite Progress, Cities Struggle With Ambitious Climate Goals
Dozens of cities are vowing to cut their carbon emissions and uphold the U.S. commitment to the Paris climate deal. Despite progress, many are falling short of their most ambitious goals.
World's Largest Battery Is Turned On In Australia As Tesla Ties Into Power Grid
"This is history in the making," South Australia Premier Jay Weatherill said of the battery, which sits next to a wind farm. It was tapped early to support the power grid during a heat wave.
Oceans May Host Next Wave Of Renewable Energy
Researchers say there's huge potential for harnessing ocean waves to create electricity. The Energy Department is backing one effort in Oregon.
California Prepares For An Eclipse Of Its Solar Power
On a sunny day, California gets up to 40 percent of its energy from solar power. Monday's total eclipse isn't just a scientific spectacle, it's a major concern for the state's power grid.
Why Greece Has Been Slow To Embrace Clean Energy
With its famed sunshine and sea winds, Greece should be a clean energy hub. But it's been slow to abandon coal and embrace renewable energy. That's changing on one small island.
The Rise Of Wind Energy Raises Questions About Its Reliability
As renewables make up a bigger share of the nation's energy grid, some worry about blackouts when the wind doesn't blow. But grid operators say they're getting better at balancing energy resources.
Waste Not, Want Not: Why Aren't More Farms Putting Poop To Good Use?
Digesters convert livestock manure into electricity. Farmers can use it to power their operations or even sell some back to the grid. But some have found the technology too pricey to maintain.