Author: Nadira Jamerson Published: 4/22/2022 Word In Black Happy Friday, Word In Black Fam,It is my second week at Word In Black and I still have a lot to learn. But, I’m excited because I know I
Millennials and Gen Z Have the Power: Building Sustainability in Black Communities
Author: Tanyia Foster Published: 4/22/2022 Howard University News Service Eco-friendly, stylish recyclable paper tableware. Paper food boxes, plates, and cornstarch Cutlery on a trending orange background BLACK EXPERIENCE Sustainability directly affects quality of life, ecosystems and natural resources.
National Community Solar Partnership Goals
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 4/21/2022 SETO National Community Solar Partnership Target: Enable community solar systems to power the equivalent of 5 million households and create $1 billion in energy savings by 2025 The National Community
The most efficient Utility-Scale Solar Farm for EPC Contractor
Author: Maksim Markevich Published: 4/19/2022 PV Farm In this blog, we would like to dive deeper into the main details, challenges and trade-offs that EPC Contractors need to analyse when working on requirements specifications
Funding Notice: $25M Available to Improve Community Energy Resilience with Solar
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 4/12/2022 SETO The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) has announced the Renewables Advancing Community Energy Resilience (RACER) funding opportunity, which will award $25 million in
DOE Announces Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Opportunities for Rural America
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 4/11/2022 SETO DOE Announces Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Opportunities for Rural America Energy.gov Factsheet Details President Biden’s Infrastructure Investments and Ongoing DOE Initiatives to Boost Rural Energy, Spur Economic Opportunities, Increase
Climate Solutions bill will become law without Hogan’s signature
Author: Victoria Venabale Published: 4/8/2022 CCAN Dear Ronald, Maryland’s Climate Solutions Now Act will become law! Let’s rally tomorrow to celebrate! We did it! Governor Larry Hogan announced this evening that he WILL NOT veto the Climate
DOE LAUNCHES SOLAR COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS
Author: DOE Staff Published: 3/24/2022 SETO Solar Energy Technologies Office DOE LAUNCHES SOLAR COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS Shine On Awards Will Recognize Communications Campaigns that Demonstrate Excellence in Outreach
Homeowner’s Guide to the Federal Tax Credit for Solar Photovoltaics
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 4/6/2022 SETO Did you know that homeowners who have recently installed solar photovoltaic (PV) panels may be eligible to receive a federal tax credit? The federal residential solar
Russia, Ukraine, & U.S. Energy Markets
Author: Our Energy Policy Staff Published: 4/5/2022 OEP Hosted by: Russia, Ukraine, & U.S. Energy Markets April 1, 2022 Russia’s invasion, and the subsequent war in Ukraine, have upended global oil and gas markets. This
THE PEOPLE’S JUSTICE 40+ COMMUNITY BENEFIT PLAYBOOK
Author: Emerald Cities Collaborative Staff Published: 3/29/2022 ECCS Dear EJ/CJ Community, HERE IT IS! The first 4 modules of THE PEOPLE’S JUSTICE 40+ COMMUNITY BENEFIT PLAYBOOK. The playbook breaks down the various Federal Spending Bills, how the money will flow, and
DOE Announces Winners of Solar Forecasting Prize
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 3/28/2022 DOE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF SOLAR FORECASTING PRIZE Improved Forecasting Models Will Help Grid Operators Predict Production of Solar Power WASHINGTON D.C. — This week, during a
HBCU News Letter
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Tweaking a Tax Credit Would Help More Americans Go Solar
Author: Katie Kienbaum Published: 3/14/2022 ILSR To increase solar energy, the federal government has given out a tax break since 2006 called the solar Investment Tax Credit. Under the solar tax credit, households and
Action Plan for Photovoltaic End-of-Life Management
Author: US DOE Staff Published: 3/18/2022 DOE The five-year-strategy aims to halve the cost of recycling and reduce the environmental impact of solar energy modules at end-of-life WASHINGTON D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Join AABE at our 45th annual National Conference!
Author: AABE Staff Published: 3/17/2022 AABE Looking to supercharge your career in energy and network with like-minded energy professionals? Join AABE at our 45th annual National Conference! The AABE National Conference provides an impactful forum
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Author: Infocast Published: 3/17/2022 INFOCAST March 6-9, 2022 | Scottsdale, AZ Missed the Event? Check Out These FREE On-Demand Sessions In today’s booming markets, it’s more critical than ever to address the
Maryland Eliminates Four-Year Degree Requirement For Thousands of State Jobs
Author: Jamila Bey Published: 3/16/2022 TWI Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced what he called a “first-in-the-nation” workforce development initiative to eliminate the requirement of a four-year college degree from thousands of state jobs. The
What EPA’s new power plant plans mean for carbon
EPA Administrator Michael Regan speaking in Washington last month. He unveiled a plan yesterday to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images HOUSTON — EPA unveiled its plans yesterday for regulating the power sector, with greenhouse gas rules
National Environmental Justice Community Engagement Calls
Author: EPA Staff Published: 3/10/2022 EPA The purpose of these calls is to inform the public about EPA’s environmental justice work and enhance opportunities to maintain an open dialogue with environmental justice advocates. The calls