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Construction equipment works on a muddy site with various materials and debris scattered around.

Tech

Washington County, Ohio, rejects injection well moratorium amid oilfield waste fears

A fountain sprays water in a park where people walk and play in shallow water.

Tech

Massachusetts taps its first heat resilience officer as extreme heat risks rise

A modern building with large glass windows and a sign for Xcel Energy on the roof.

Tech

Colorado woman says utility company locked thermostat during 100-degree heat

Three water meters are mounted on a wall, showing various readings and connected by metal pipes.

Business

West Virginia ratepayers pack hearing, press utility for specifics on 30% water hike

Power lines stretch across an open field under a clear blue sky with a few clouds.

Business

West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland communities fight power line over farms, graves, and schools

The Rhode Island State House, surrounded by green trees and lawns.

Business

More than 770,000 Rhode Islanders could see higher bills under a $230 million rate increase

Power lines supported by tall pylons cross a dry landscape under a clear blue sky.

Business

Wyoming customers push back as Black Hills seeks 32% rate hike, adding about $32 a month

Aerial view of St. Petersburg, Florida, featuring modern skyscrapers, historic buildings, and green spaces.

Business

Florida city pushes sixth straight utility hike as leaders clash over who should pay

Many battery storage units.

Tech

North Carolina co-ops turn to batteries as utility bills climb and storm fears linger

A wrapped figure in dirt.

Tech

Maryland officials weigh plan to grow a forest with soil made from composted human remains

A person turning on an induction stove.

Home

Washington city lands $500,000 to help low-income homes cut bills with electrification

A gas stove burner.

Business

Washington bill to rewrite DOE appliance rules could undercut state gas bans