Tag: renewable energy
Are renewables making the US less energy independent?
Now that the U.S. has weaned itself off of its reliance on liquid fuel from across the ocean, it’s battling a dependency of another kind as the transition from fossil fuels to renewables continues.
The sustainable solution to climate change
Alan Guebert considers the findings of a recently published paper that suggests renewable energy sources may not be the answer to reversing climate change.
Ohio authorizes Pickaway, Ross County solar project
The Ohio Power Siting Board approved Yellowbud Solar, LLC’s application to construct a 274 megawatt solar farm in Ross and Pickaway counties.
Bill would give local control over wind, solar farm approval
Ohio Senate Bill 52 would set up a referendum process on wind farm and solar facility certificates before the projects go to the Ohio Power Siting Board.
How a rural Ohio town is leading the way in clean...
Solar power is transforming rural Minster, Ohio. It’s not as much about being environmentally friendly as it is about being energy independent and resilient
Ohio judge blocks nuclear bailout fees from House Bill 6
A Franklin County judge blocked fees that were to be tacked onto Ohioans’ electric bills as part of the House Bill 6 $1 billion nuclear plant bailout.
Can solar power save rural America?
Solar developments are rapidly growing in Pennsylvania and Ohio. The renewable energy source could help family farms and the surrounding communities.
What to think about when thinking about solar leasing
So, you’ve been contacted by a solar developer about leasing your land or you want to see if your farm might be a good fit. Here's what you need to know.
UpField Group marries sports and agriculture
Mark Inkrott draws on agriculture and athletics background to build an agency that connects sports fans to agriculture in a different way.
Wind turbine use increases in U.S.
Last year, wind turbines surpassed hydropower as the renewable technology with the largest installed generating capacity in the United States.
