As large solar fields proliferate across America, pushback to them in rural communities is growing, fueled by a mix of disinformation and genuine concern about losing open land to development.…
7 Ways to Reduce Fatigue Naturally
Fatigue is different from simply being tired. When you’re tired, you can sleep, and the sensation goes away. But fatigue goes deeper and starts to interfere with a person’s everyday…
Trump may not like solar, but lots of his voters do
This analysis and news roundup come from the Canary Media Weekly newsletter. Sign up to get it every Friday. If your neighbor tells you they’re a Republican who voted for…
Chart: Surprise — batteries got cheaper again last year
See more from Canary Media’s “Chart of the Week” column . Yes, batteries got cheaper again last year. It’s so predictable at this point, it’s almost boring. Almost. In 2025,…
What’s driving up Maine’s energy bills? Natural gas.
Natural gas, not solar panels and wind turbines, is the primary driver behind soaring power prices in Maine, according to a new report released this week by the state’s energy…
In U-turn, Trump approves low-income energy-assistance funds
Last May, the Trump administration proposed eliminating a key federal program that lowers energy bills for low-income households. Now, amid a mounting energy-affordability crisis , that program has officially survived…
8 Phrases That Will Instantly Get Your Doctor’s Attention
Doctors don’t just examine bodies—they also decode language. And some words and phrases make them lean in, ask more questions, and rethink what might be going on. A clear, detailed…
Are faked public comments about to tank an Ohio solar farm?
Ohio is poised to block a major solar farm because of local pushback — even though a substantial number of public comments opposing the installation appear to be fabricated. Open…
Missouri Senate considers bills to halt solar development on farmland
This story was first published by the Missouri Independent . The conversion of Missouri farmland from food to solar power production creates feuds among neighbors, pits residents against developers, and…
Massachusetts scrutinizes pipeline-safety program as gas bills spike
In Massachusetts, many natural gas customers are receiving what they say are the highest utility bills they’ve ever faced. The reasons for these spiking costs are complex, ranging from volatile…