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Solar power
As Europe uses more renewable energy, U.S. lags behind
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Alex Schroeder
Jan 28, 2025
Meanwhile, China is outpacing everyone when it comes to building new solar and wind energy projects.
The federal government is investing in solar. Chinese companies are getting a share of it.
by
Amy Scott
and Sofia Terenzio
Feb 7, 2024
Chinese manufacturers are building solar panel factories on U.S. soil to avoid tariffs and garner subsidies, reports WSJ's Phred Dvorak.
To put more renewable power to use, utilities are doubling down on battery storage
by
Henry Epp
Jan 16, 2024
Giant batteries can extend the reach of wind and solar power — which accounted for 22% of electricity generated last year, the EIA says.
U.S. industry group commits to $6 billion solar panel buy — on one condition
by
Andy Uhler
Jun 22, 2022
(They'll have to be made here in America.)
Biden moves to restore stability of U.S. solar industry
Jun 7, 2022
The president also ruled out solar tariffs for two years on several Asian countries the U.S. imports solar panels from.
It should be a golden moment for renewable energy. It's not.
by
Matt Levin
Apr 22, 2022
Solar, wind and nuclear energy confront old and new obstacles to competing with fossil fuels.
Debate over solar-equipment tariffs heats up
by
Andy Uhler
Nov 5, 2021
Some say keeping Trump-era levies on foreign-made panels and cells will help the U.S. meet Biden's domestic goals for renewable energy.
For public good, not for profit.
Renewable energy startup aims to help Texans lower electric bills
Aug 24, 2021
Households with less disposable income often pay higher rates. Energy Well Texas is addressing that as well as emergency preparedness.
Infrastructure bill carries funding potential for clean energy
Aug 2, 2021
Federal money could be set aside for electric vehicles and charging stations. The solar industry, however, still has questions.
Puerto Rico wagers on privatizing power grid
by
Andy Uhler
Jul 10, 2020
Three years after Hurricane Maria destroyed Puerto Rico's electric grid, the island is still dealing with unreliable service and intermittent power outages, especially in rural areas.