Clean Energy Initiatives Face Hurdles in PJM Region Due to Delays in Interconnection Process Clean energy initiatives in the PJM region are facing significant delays due to an overwhelming backlog of interconnection requests, which threatens the eligibility of solar and energy storage projects for vital federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act. As the approaching deadlines for IRA tax credit eligibility intensify pressure on the issue, a coalition of state clean energy officials, lawmakers, and PJM have come together to push for reforms aimed at accelerating the interconnection process, adopting a "portfolio approach" to streamline studies, and simplifying the interconnection process for smaller projects.

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Local Leaders Discuss Challenges in Balancing Agriculture and Renewable Energy Goals Local officials address conflicts between agricultural protection and renewable energy development.

Morrow County officials are grappling with the tough balancing act of preserving agricultural land while pushing for renewable energy solutions—can they find a way forward?

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Saint Croix County Board Opposes Excel Energy's Solar Facility Project Amid Public Safety Concerns County board expresses strong opposition to proposed solar project due to environmental risks.

St. Croix County residents are raising alarms over Xcel Energy's proposed solar project, fearing it could jeopardize local agriculture and water quality.

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Local resident opposes county zoning for solar and wind farm projects Resident argues zoning will increase taxes and fees without sufficient benefit.

A local resident is raising alarm bells over proposed zoning regulations in Atchison County, warning that they could lead to skyrocketing taxes and financial strain on families.

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The FERC’s Delay on ISO-NE Interconnection Reform Plan: Implications for Renewable Energy Development - Cozzy Energy Solutions The FERC's Delay on ISO-NE Interconnection Reform Plan: Implications for Renewable Energy Development The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has delayed the implementation of its proposed reforms to the ISO-New England (ISO-NE) interconnection reform plan, which could have far-reaching consequences for renewable energy developers in the region. With a capacity auction that is just around

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Oregon solar rules face scrutiny as farmland conversion for projects surges to 70000 acres Solar development rules encourage non-arable land use, but arable land approvals are rising significantly.

Oregon's solar expansion is threatening to convert over 70,000 acres of valuable farmland, sparking urgent debates on land use and sustainability.

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Maryland faces energy crisis as aging power plants retire and imports rise Maryland faces energy challenges as aging power plants retire and imports increase amid demand growth.

Maryland is on the brink of an energy crisis as aging power plants retire and reliance on imports skyrockets—what's the plan to secure our future?

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