Surging electricity prices have shifted voter sentiment in Virginia, New Jersey, and Maine, introducing energy policy as a defining issue in U.S. politics. Electricity rates—up 21 percent in New Jersey and expected to climb substantially in Virginia—are amplifying frustrations among households and small businesses, fueling electoral volatility heading into the gubernatorial elections and shaping […] The post Voters Angry About Rising Electricity Costs & Consequences first appeared on Li...| LightNOW
New research from KPMG reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) systems have the potential to reduce energy waste in buildings by up to 30%, significantly improving energy efficiency and supporting sustainability goals. This is particularly important as buildings contribute roughly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and with urban populations expected to reach 70% by […] The post KPMG Report Shows AI Can Reduce Building Energy Waste By 30% first appeared on LightNOW.| LightNOW
On Oct. 3, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved the acquisition of Duluth-based Allete, whose largest component is electric utility Minnesota Power. The $6.2 billion acquisition, which is expected to be completed later this year, will privatize the long-time publicly traded company (the last one based in the Zenith City). The PUC’s approval was| Twin Cities Business
The 360 Solar Area Light collection by Landscape Forms, developed in partnership with FlexSol Lighting Solutions, represents the integration of aestetic design and off-grid solar lighting. The solar luminaires are visually distinctive, highly efficient, and resilient across varied environments and climates. Design and Technology 360 Solar features a unique, slim cylindrical profile created by| LightNOW
Amid questions about the fate of clean energy initiatives, the Minneapolis-based accelerator continues on with five more participants.| Twin Cities Business
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management awarded two companies the right to submit project plans for four wind lease areas in the Gulf of Maine following a Tuesday auction where the winning bids totalled $21.9 million.| New Hampshire Bulletin
While bloom notices piled up ahead of Labor Day weekend, Gov. Chris Sununu claimed at an Executive Council meeting held in Wakefield last week that cyanobacteria are “not toxic.” But scientists have found that cyanobacteria, especially blooms, frequently produce toxins.| New Hampshire Bulletin
Fish and Game is facing a budget deficit as its responsibilities have increased to include search and rescue and other things.| New Hampshire Bulletin
17 beaches in New Hampshire have active notices for cyanobacteria or fecal bacteria| New Hampshire Bulletin
A recent study of New Hampshire mothers led by a Dartmouth researcher found that mothers with higher PFAS levels were at greater risk of stopping exclusive breastfeeding before six months, which experts recommend because of a number of health benefits. Animal studies offer some clues into how PFAS may disrupt lactation.| New Hampshire Bulletin
