Environment
Climate Change
Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Includes Billions for Broadband, EVs, Energy R&D
Co-ops would be able to participate in a new $42.5 billion broadband grant program.
Environment
Minnesota Co-ops Help Pass Law That Favors Beneficial Electrification
Minnesota’s new energy policy allows co-ops to grow their load with lower emissions.
Environment
‘Just Being a Good Neighbor’: S.C. Co-op Builds Roosting Line for Doves
Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative sees the dove roosting project as “being a good neighbor.”
Environment
NRECA to Congress: Give Co-ops Direct-Pay Incentives for Clean Energy
Electric co-ops and public power utilities serve nearly 30% of all retail customers in the nation.
Environment
Maryland Co-op Begins Extensive Electric Vehicle Charging Network
By the end of May, SMECO will have eight charging stations at regional parks and public buildings.
Environment
Carbon XPrize Winners Produce Better Concrete While Containing CO2 Emissions
One of two winners of the Carbon XPrize has ties to electric co-ops and reduced CO2 emissions.
Environment
Matheson: Co-ops to Lobby Congress on RUS Debt, Broadband, Incentivizing Innovation
More than 1,500 co-op leaders will host online meetings with over 350 members of Congress.
Environment
Basin Electric Finds Markets for Captured Carbon Dioxide
Carbon from Basin Electric synthetic fuels plant repurposed for commercial use.
Environment
South Carolina Co-op Does Its Part to Help Endangered Woodpecker Rebound
G&T prioritizes preservation of woodpecker’s habitat in plans for new power line.
Environment
Co-op Arboretum Combines Renewables, Pollinator Garden, Smart Tree Growth
Arboretum at Virginia co-op promotes renewable energy, pollinator-friendly habitat, and, yes, tree