Renewable u0026 Alternative Energy

How we tallied local bans, limits on renewable energy nationwide

U.S.
Amanda Smith

As wind turbines get more efficient and solar panels more affordable, wind and solar plants have grown rapidly.  Efforts to block them ...

Are wind turbines bad, solar panels toxic?

Business
Jessica Roberts

Here’s how wind farms affect our environment Wind energy is the largest renewable energy source in the US, but it can be ...

Why US counties often ban solar, wind power plants

Business
Jessica Roberts

Across America’s power grid, there’s a growing gap between what we need and what we’ll allow. As the planet warms and climate ...

How one couple’s land lease became a fight

Business
Jessica Roberts

Opposition to large solar and wind farms grows in Kansas One farm family hopes to see a solar energy plant built on ...

Whitmer promises ‘real change for people’ in State of the State speech

U.S.
Amanda Smith

Lansing — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vowed Wednesday night that Michigan will dominate the manufacturing of batteries and the production of clean energy ...

How much will Christmas lights add to my electric bill?

Business
Jessica Roberts

How tech can help your holiday decorations Light up your holiday decorations with ease using these tech tips. ProblemSolved, USA TODAY If ...