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EGEB for Thursday March 21, 2018:

• Regulators clear the way for a transmission line to take wind energy from Kansas through Missouri and eastward.
• BP is looking to move into U.S. solar power in a big way.
• A federal judge blocks Wyoming drilling due to climate change concerns.
• A study finds people prefer living next to wind turbines, if they had to choose between energy sources.

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Today in EGEB, three state legislatures went forward with solar bills last week which would be sure to have varying effects. HVAC company Trane installed five solar carports at Massachusetts schools. And a Texas petrochemical fire burns on.

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Today in EGEB, wind generated more electricity than any other source in the U.K. in a recent week. And that still doesn’t measure up to Germany. Italy’s Enel acquires more than a quarter-billion dollars in renewables from one of its own joint ventures. The largest solar farm being constructed in Europe breaks ground in Spain. And Zambia’s first large-scale solar project has been commissioned.

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Today in EGEB, California considers clean energy microgrids as wildfire backup. Renewable energy isn’t enough to make Bitcoin more sustainable, an expert argues. Europe considers six energy scenarios for a carbon-free future. Alberta awards $100 million to green energy projects. And Germany creates a “climate cabinet.”

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Today in EGEB, the DOE awards more than $6 million in wind energy projects. The African Development Bank commits billions to climate financing and sees great potential in solar. Another prediction sees a solar rebound on the way.

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Today in EGEB, Wood Mackenzie sees a bounce back for the solar industry in 2019. BP and the EDF team up to limit methane leaks following a report critical of the oil giant. Researchers believe green hydrogen could be economically viable by 2035. And GE launches a prototype of its largest onshore wind turbine.

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Today in EGEB, Norwegian renewables giant Statkraft tries its hand at a floating solar plant. Wyoming passes a bill to keep coal power alive in the state — and it’s a great state for wind. And New York City will bring “meatless Mondays” to its public schools to reduce emissions.

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Today in EGEB, NPR looks at “how we stopped” climate change from a 2050 point of view. Two firms are backing the plan to bring renewable energy from Iowa eastward via underground transmission line. More Chinese cities move from coal to gas or electric heating. And Democrats in Iowa show overwhelming support for the Green New Deal.

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Today in EGEB, a small Massachusetts city shifts from coal to solar. The conservative mayor of a 100 percent renewable Texas town talks about the Green New Deal. College Republicans want their party to tackle climate change. And Michigan’s largest wind farm comes online.
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Today in EGEB, a study finds climate change won’t destroy a renewable-based European electric grid. The UK makes a big deal for offshore wind expansion. SunPower releases 400-plus-watt residential solar panels. And National Grid announces its acquisition of wind and solar developer Geronimo Energy.

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Today in EGEB, a discovery in controlling light from exotic crystal semiconductors could be a major breakthrough for solar and electronics. Analysis of coal industry data reveals widespread groundwater contamination. And a proposed solar farm would be big for Washington state.

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Today in EGEB, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposes 100 percent clean energy by 2050. Macron calls for zero carbon emissions in the EU by the same year. Florida Power & Light announces plans for four new solar plants. A climate change data startup raises $23 million. And Jay Inslee slams Trump’s views on wind energy.

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Today in EGEB, major U.S. pension funds want utilities to cut carbon emissions — and they want details. The Scottish government wins a court battle against Trump’s golf resort over a wind project. 3M commits to renewable energy at its headquarters. A small Maine city welcomes solar. And the Green Climate Fund is ready to raise money.

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Today in EGEB, India’s wind power push is hampered by delays. A new floating solar farm comes to Cambodia. And construction starts on a large solar project in Texas.

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Today in EGEB, a new renewables initiative aims to help American cities reach carbon reduction goals. Virginia residents speak out about a big proposed solar project. And a clever solar project in Massachusetts provides energy — and car charging.

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Today in EGEB, the 2019 Community Power Scorecard gives out state scores for local energy. Belgian researchers reveal a special solar panel that uses air moisture to make hydrogen gas. And the Global Wind Energy Council shares global installation numbers from last year.

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Today in EGEB, U.S. senators seek a ban on Huawei solar generators. A massive solar project breaks ground in Australia. And a Massachusetts state law threatens to stall the state’s progress in offshore wind.

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Today in EGEB, a proposed bill restricting wind turbine development makes noise in Kansas. Arizona Public Service Co. announces big battery plans for solar plants. And Portugal is preparing for a solar power auction this summer.

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Today in EGEB, a new comprehensive wind report from Europe. Auto emissions talks stall out between California and federal officials. A report details the lobbying history of a current EPA administrator. Ford will power a number of plants and buildings with 100 percent renewable energy.

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Today in EGEB, a new report considers the potential of California offshore wind. A climate change denier looks to head up a White House panel assessing climate risk. New Virginia legislation opens up some solar possibilities in the state. And Spanish wind installations are on the rise again.

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Today in EGEB, a progress update on EU members hitting 2020 renewable targets. A Texas doctor aims high with his solar projects. Chinese regulators consider changes to solar subsidy policy. And a climate change prophet dies.

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