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May 29, 2020

Renewables edge out coal … for the first time in 135 years

In 2019, Americans used more renewable energy than coal. The White House’s executive order on social media platforms. Tenants owe rent, and landlords owe mortgages. And, why leaders look to infrastructure spending in recessions.

In 2019, coal-based energy use fell 15%, while renewable energy — such as from solar and wind — grew 1%. — In 2019, coal-based energy use fell 15%, while renewable energy — such as from solar and wind — grew 1%.
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The U.S. consumed more renewable energy than coal in 2019
by Nova Safo
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It’s the first time that’s happened since 1885.
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As some tenants struggle to pay rent, landlords try to manage mortgage payments
by Sonia Paul
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Some tenants and landlords are working out payment plans but wonder how long they can hold out.
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Why leaders look to infrastructure spending in recessions
by David Brancaccio, Rose Conlon and Erika Soderstrom
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The pitch for infrastructure projects recalls Depression-era investment in roads and bridges.
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The Team

David Brancaccio Host
Victoria Craig Host, BBC
Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC
Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC
Daniel Shin Producer
Jay Siebold Technical Director
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Rose Conlon Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director