Commentary
Trump’s war on universities could set back U.S. energy innovation for decades
The Trump administration’s all-out assault on U.S. universities and research institutions is a warning for the world’s top scientists: You’re not welcome here.
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What I'm reading
What I’m reading: Gas stoves increase cancer risk, California new construction going all-electric, balcony solar coming to the U.S., and more
Quitting Carbon is a 100% subscriber-funded publication. To support my work, please consider becoming a paid subscriber or making a one-time donation. Ahead of the long Memorial Day weekend, here is another roundup of highlights from what I've been reading. Thanks, as ever, for reading and subscribing. Gas
Commentary
Chris Wright is allowing the Department of Energy to be dismantled before his eyes
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright calls himself “a science geek, turned tech nerd, turned lifelong energy entrepreneur.” Why is he standing by as DOGE and the White House destroy his department?
Reporting
Is it time to repower the first wave of large solar projects?
Repowering is well established in the onshore wind business. Is it time to repower solar projects, too?
What I'm reading
What I’m reading: Trump's guarantee for fossil fuel projects, UK solar home mandate, world's largest electric ferry, and more
Quitting Carbon is a 100% subscriber-funded publication. To support my work, please consider becoming a paid subscriber or making a one-time donation. In my last roundup, I mentioned I was heading to the Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ) annual conference in Tempe, Arizona. I have a short dispatch from the
Q&As
The tribal-led push to build clean energy projects in Indian Country
In a conversation with Quitting Carbon, Tanksi Clairmont talks about the launch of Tribal Energy Alternatives and the organization’s plans to bring solar energy to tribes across the U.S.
What I'm reading
What I’m reading: Benefits of regional transmission, Trump's assault on efficiency standards and offshore wind, and more
Quitting Carbon is a 100% subscriber-funded publication. To support my work, please consider becoming a paid subscriber or making a one-time donation. Coming next week, I'll publish a conversation with a leader in the push to develop clean energy projects on tribal lands. I'll also be
Reporting
California is preparing to add marine energy to its power mix
Spurred by recent legislation, California regulators are planning for the day when wave and tidal energy projects join the grid.
What I'm reading
What I’m reading: A game-changing electric truck, bottlenecks for global grid expansion, Trump targets home energy assistance, and more
Quitting Carbon is a 100% subscriber-funded publication. To support my work, please consider becoming a paid subscriber or making a one-time donation. I have several stories in the works, including an update coming next week on the potential for developers to build marine energy projects offshore California. Until then, here
Commentary
Trump’s war on energy efficiency will raise costs and hurt consumers
Voters returned Donald Trump to the White House largely because they were unhappy about the cost of living. So, why does Trump want us to pay more for energy?
What I'm reading
What I’m reading: States lag on energy efficiency, record U.S. clean energy deployment, tax credit uncertainty, and more
Quitting Carbon is a 100% subscriber-funded publication. To support my work, please consider becoming a paid subscriber or making a one-time donation. Ahead of the weekend, here is another roundup of highlights from some of what I've been reading. Enjoy! States lagging on energy efficiency: Far too many
Reporting
Why you should feel a little less guilty about flying
At a forum last week in Sacramento, stakeholders from government, industry, and academia made it clear that progress is well underway to curb climate pollution from the aviation sector.