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Tribune-Democrat Publishes Series On How Region Is Using Solar Energy, Energy Efficiency To Reduce Energy Costs, Move To A More Sustainable Future

PA Environment Daily

The articles include-- -- Tribune-Democrat: Solar Energy Project Rising In Bedford County To Help Power Natural Gas Pipeline Compressor Station [ PDF of article ] A massive solar array under construction along U.S.

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Steelton-Highspire School District, Tröegs Independent Brewing Show Benefits Of Going Solar, Driving Electric Busses In Dauphin County

PA Environment Daily

This shift not only helps to lower greenhouse gas emissions but also improves air quality, making Steelton a healthier place to live. Right now, Pennsylvania is currently ranked 26th in the nation for solar power.

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September Is Here. That Means Another Nail-Biter for California’s Grid.

Union of Concerned Scientists

Solar energy production starts to dwindle by September. Solar power peaks earlier in the summer when the days are longer. By September, the sun sets earlier in the evening, and solar power production tapers off when people are still using substantial amounts of electricity in the evening. and 6:28 to 6:48 p.m.

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North Carolina’s New Climate Legislation

Legal Planet

North Carolina today gets over half of its power from fossil fuels, about 25% from coal and 33% from natural gas. Solar is at 5% and wind is under 1l%. Regarding solar power, at least 55% must come from utility-owned facilities, while up to 45% can be purchased from small third-party generators.

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Bolivia has high solar power potential but faces challenges scaling up

A Greener Life

The new 100 MW Oruro solar plant is a boost to Bolivia’s energy transition, but there are obstacles to harnessing the radiation potential of its western highlands. Perched at 3,730 metres above sea level in the community of Ancotanga, the Oruro solar power plant is one of the flagship projects in Bolivia’s energy transition.

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Bloom Energy’s Fuel Cells Serving Commercial and Industrial Enterprises

Environment + Energy Leader

The Bloom Energy servers today run primarily on natural gas or biogas as a fuel. But they can also run on renewable hydrogen, meaning wind and solar power could split the hydrogen and oxygen. There would then be no fossil fuel impact.

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Thursday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 1.2.25

PA Environment Daily

16 Plum Boro Community Meeting On Pennaco Oil & Gas Wastewater Injection Wells, Plum Borough Community Center, Allegheny County 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. -- Protect PT: Jan.