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Clean energy and markets are the solution (not scapegoat) for California’s blackouts

GreenBiz

Clean energy and markets are the solution (not scapegoat) for California’s blackouts. 14 and 15, the California electric grid operator made the incredibly rare decision to proactively shut off parts of the electricity grid, resulting in limited rolling blackouts affecting businesses and homes throughout the state.

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Heat, fire, smoke and blackouts: How to live with our new reality

Sense and Sustainability

Editor’s Note: This article was first published by the Environmental Defense Fund, an organization focusing on creating economical policies to support clean air and water; abundant fish and wildlife; and a stable climate. The article was authored by Eric Holst and originally appeared here. The number of hot days is rising.

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The time is right to rethink the grid

GreenBiz

The grid faces twin challenges: It needs to become resilient and clean. This week, the Biden administration announced a major infrastructure package , with clean energy and updates to the U.S. America’s energy infrastructure scored a C-minus on the U.S. So it's the perfect time for big ideas to reimagine the U.S.