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Energy experts reveal what's next for the solar industry after federal tax credits disappear: 'The solar industry isn't going anywhere'

Federal solar tax credits helped homeowners save on installation costs. Now that they're gone, what does that mean for the ...
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These newly unveiled plug-and-play battery backups are putting expensive Tesla Powerwalls to shame: 'No tools, no rewiring'

A former Tesla engineer created a home battery system that delivers backup power without expensive installation costs.
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New report reveals how updating American factories could deliver enormous public health benefits: 'We can make progress today'

A new report asserts that electrifying a share of U.S. factories that rely on low- and medium-temperature heat could slash ...
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Historic US estate takes bold action to combat threat of destruction: 'We have to make the best possible choices'

A historic Rhode Island estate is fighting to protect its century-old water and rock gardens from rising sea levels.
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Man faces steep penalties for brazen crime in public area: 'Unacceptable'

A local council in England is cracking down on fly-tipping — the illegal disposal of waste on roadsides, fields, and public ...
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Farmers alarmed after stunning incidents involving elephants — here's what happened

As natural resources become harder to find, elephants and other animals are more likely to pass through or integrate into ...
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Homeowner vents frustrations after seeing final result of 'fishy' $2,000 HVAC repair job: 'Does this sound like I'm being strung along?'

One Redditor was frustrated when they felt like they were being strung along by an HVAC repair company over a series of ineffective air conditioner fixes.
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Proposal to restore lake gains traction after sudden reappearance of giant body of water: 'This is a lake returning'

What was once one of the largest lakes in the U.S. has returned after centuries. Here's why that may be a good thing.
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Company will pay for old or unwanted sneakers — here's what to do

GotSneakers is a company focused on recycling and exporting sneakers from various stages of wear to help those in need.
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Scientists thrilled after capturing rare footage of unique creatures: 'The sighting ... is significant'

Officials at the Asan Wetland in India conducted the annual Asian Waterbird Census, identifying 126 bird species, many of ...
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Thousands of residents get instant rebates after power company rolls out $1,500 e-bike incentives: '[It] replaces the car'

Through Ava Community Energy's e-bike rebate lottery, Alameda County, California, residents can receive major discounts that make e-bikes far more affordable.
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Farmers sound alarm as key crops become increasingly difficult to grow: 'Nature had other plans'

The news represents more than lost sauce, as the farmers invested heavily in the crop. Grower Malik Abdul Karim told The Express Tribune that he and other farmers applied costly fertilizer during cold ...