President Donald Trump’s declaration that he’s pulling the United States out of the Paris climate agreement shouldn’t surprise anyone, given his open hostility toward the pact and the scientific facts of climate change. But that hasn’t made his posturing any less aggravating, especially since he just crushed America’s chance to lead the rest of the […]
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Group asks city to lead clean-energy ‘buyers club’
Hydropower, wind, solar, and other renewables are providing more and more of New York’s energy, a trend that government officials and environmental advocates want to continue. But for that to happen, the companies building new wind and solar farms need New York residents, businesses, and governments to buy their carbon-free power. Governments and business can […]
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Finger Lakes solar installations increase
Solar-power capacity increased significantly in the Finger Lakes region between 2011 and 2014, according to newly released data from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority The data shows the growth of solar power across the state. At the end of 2011, the Finger Lakes had 2.1 megawatts of installed solar capacity spread across 249 […]
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Brighton eyes solar law
More solar power systems in Brighton would mean that residents and businesses could get clean, low-cost power while lessening the town’s environmental footprint, officials say. That’s why town leaders have developed a draft solar ordinance. Solar panels are allowed in Brighton, says town planner Ramsey Boehner, but that’s not specifically stated in the town code. […]
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