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The CLog
, Nov 30, 2012
Greenpeace reacts to Jim Rogers' retirement from Duke Energy
by Ana McKenzie
"It is in the interest of ratepayers, shareholders and our environment that Rogers and the next CEO chart a course away from coal, nuclear and gas-fired electricity"
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, Nov 28, 2012
North Carolina renewable-energy standards under attack
by Ana McKenzie
Conservative lobbyists and think tanks, including ALEC, are teaming up to draft legislation that would reverse such standards
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, Dec 7, 2011
IKEA goes solar in Duke Energy's backyard
by Rhiannon Fionn
And Duke Energy said solar and wind are no-gos in the Carolinas.
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The CLog
, Nov 11, 2011
Occupy Charlotte needs energy
by Rhiannon Fionn
Protesters look at creative ways to power a movement.
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, Sep 22, 2011
"Where's the renewable energy?" — a key question for Duke Energy at North Carolina Utilities hearing
by John Grooms
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The CLog
, Aug 17, 2011
'A solar panel on every roof?'
by Rhiannon Fionn
That would be cool.
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, Jul 13, 2011
Progress Energy gives solar a boost
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Go green energy hub, go!
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The CLog
, Jun 23, 2011
Watch out for that solar storm
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
If your cell phone gets wonky today, blame the sun.
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The CLog
, Jun 15, 2011
Solar energy is getting cheaper, creating jobs
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
So why is Duke Energy only listed as No. 10 for solar energy production?
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The CLog
, Jun 9, 2011
Duke Energy could make bank on iCloud
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Apple was attracted to N.C. because of our cheap electricity.
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The CLog
, Jun 2, 2011
Another ReVenture meeting tonight
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
The saga continues.
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The CLog
, May 4, 2011
Renewable energy money being spread around North Carolina
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
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The CLog
, May 4, 2011
N.C.'s energy policy needs an update
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
It's time consumers were given choices when it comes to their energy provider.
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The CLog
, Apr 21, 2011
Students help install second solar panel in Concord
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Kudos to these proactive students.
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The CLog
, Apr 13, 2011
EPA recognizes North Carolina companies for energy efficiency
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Guess who they didn't recognize.
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The CLog
, Apr 7, 2011
Another kink for ReVenture
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
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The CLog
, Feb 22, 2011
Big bucks for Charlotte energy projects
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
And other energy news from around the world.
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The CLog
, Jan 24, 2011
100 percent renewable energy is possible by 2030
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
What are we waiting for?
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The CLog
, Dec 13, 2010
Duke Energy to continue with caveman plan in N.C.
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Gather 'round the fire, ya'll.
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The CLog
, Nov 30, 2010
Tiny, sustainable houses gain popularity
by Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman
Learning to live sustainably with much less stuff.
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