Charlotte data center project moves forward without public input, raising questions
A new data center planned for Uptown Charlotte is moving ahead without a public vote or discussion, a process Councilmember LaWana Mayfield says needs to change.
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After Helene, solar provided power to western NC, now they’re getting permanent systems
A year after Hurricane Helene, Broad River Volunteer Fire and Rescue is nearly back to normal. Flood-damaged equipment has been replaced, the rescue truck is back, and Chief Brent Hayner is turning his focus to preparing for the next disaster — including using solar-powered systems to keep power running for homes, shelters and essential services.
Duke Energy seeks to extend life of 3 coal plants despite net-zero goal
Duke Energy is asking to extend the life of three of its coal-fired plants in a new filing: Marshall Steam Station off Lake Norman, Belews Creek in Stokes County and Cliffside in Cleveland County.
Duke Energy unveils 20-year plan, delays coal plant retirements
Duke Energy has released its plan for meeting North Carolina’s energy needs over the next 20 years.
Report shows EV manufacturing slowing in Southeast as tax credits expire
The credit, which was initially set to last until 2032, is one of many Biden-era clean energy tax credits and subsidies set for an early end due to the One Big Beautiful Bill that Republicans passed this summer.
Bipartisan task force convenes to address North Carolina’s energy challenges
A new bipartisan task force dedicated to helping North Carolina provide clean, affordable and abundant energy met for the first time Tuesday.
Study shows how Charlotte can build smarter to cool the city
A new study shows parts of Charlotte are up to 14 degrees hotter than others just because of the dark roofs, pavement and roadways in the area.
North Carolina solar company to lay off over 500 employees
A North Carolina solar company is laying off hundreds of employees this fall.
How Meck. County strategizes emergency alerts and the psychology behind what makes people listen
Across the world, severe weather events are increasing due to our warming climate and increased moisture in the atmosphere. Fortunately, while these events are proving costlier nearly every year, more people are surviving these disasters than in previous decades.
Why don’t we bury all our power lines to prevent outages?
If you lose power after a strong summer storm blows through the area, you’re probably wondering when it’ll come back on and what can be done to keep it on.
Sweltering summer nights are getting warmer
Charlotte remains committed to climate goals despite losing federal incentives
Nonprofits from WNC provide relief in Texas floods
Gastonia’s micro transit service boosts ridership
North Carolina’s clean energy sector raises alarm on cuts in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Duke Energy substation in Asheville operational 9 months after Helene
Charlotte-area groups travel to Capitol calling for Gov. Stein to veto energy bill
House passes bill that would eliminate state parking minimums
DOE grants Duke Energy emergency powers to exceed pollution limits at power plants during heat wave
Groups seek input on how extreme heat is affecting Charlotte residents’ health
New program launches to make solar energy more affordable in Meck County
Charlotte leaders aim to cool down hottest neighborhoods with new heat action plan
Bill banning shrimp trawling along NC coast passes Senate
‘Power Bill Reduction Act’ heads to Gov. Stein’s desk, but will it reduce your power bill?
Environmental groups sue to protect western North Carolina forests from increased logging
‘Doom and gloom’: NC solar installer fears federal tax bill could decimate business
How to catch a dying tree before it falls
Glass crush truck brings recycling process to bars and restaurants
Charlotte’s new climate goals aim to balance reducing emissions with community improvement
Bill claiming to lower energy costs by reducing some NC climate goals moves through House
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