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How to Switch Your Energy Supplier: Get Greener, Affordable Electricity

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Oct. 2022 Policy Perch: Latest Community Solar Policy Insights

New York Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Vertical Farming Explained: Is Indoor Agriculture the Key to Feeding the World?

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What Is Carbon Neutral vs. Carbon Negative vs. Net-Zero? How to Achieve Carbon Neutrality

Maya Bay, Thailand

Sustainable Travel: How Not to Wreck the Next Place You Visit

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What Appliances Use the Most Electricity in Your Home?

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Natural Gas Explained: What Is Natural Gas & Is It Renewable Or Nonrenewable?

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Tackling Pollution In New Mexico: How To Help

Midwest Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers (MI, OH, WI)

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Green Parenting Guide: How To Raise Eco-Conscious Kids

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Small Biz Energy Saving Tips: 11 Ways to Lower Your Company's Electric Bill

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Hydrogen Fuel Explained: How ‘H’ Can Become a Clean Energy Source

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Save Energy & Money On Laundry: Best Time to Wash, Dry Clothes

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Massachusetts

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Electric Car Pros & Cons: EV Benefits to Owners, the Planet

Maryland Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Eco-Hack Your Home: 15 High- & Low-Tech Ideas

Tackling Pollution In Massachusetts: How To Help

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Climate Technology: Advancements Combating Environmental Challenges

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Fossil Fuels Explained: How Does Fossil Fuel Use Affect the Environment?

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Is Nuclear Energy Renewable Or Sustainable? Pros & Cons

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Growing Green: Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Gardening

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Tackling Illinois Pollution: How To Help

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Jan. 2023 Policy Perch: IRS Guidance, Securitization & New Mexico's Program

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Sustainability In NYC: Living Low-Footprint In the Big Apple

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Agrivoltaics Explained: Farming With Solar Panels (And Sheep!)

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tackling Pollution In Minnesota: How To Help

Washington DC Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

Nuclear Fusion: The Latest Breakthrough In "Holy Grail" of Clean Energy

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Easy Ways to Reduce Microplastic Pollution & Consumption In Your Daily Life

What Is Energy Poverty? Causes, Impact & a Renewable Future

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LED vs CFL: Which Lightbulb Is Most Energy Efficient

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How To Calculate Your Electricity Bill

A hydroelectric power plant in Oregon.

Hydropower Pros & Cons: Advantages, Disadvantages of Hydroelectric Energy

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California Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Is a 100% Renewable Energy Future Possible?

Final Rules for the Inflation Reduction Act’s Low-Income Bonus Credit Program

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Illinois

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Energy Efficient Home Improvement Ideas That'll Lead to Savings

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What is Energy Deregulation?

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How To Get a Discount On Your Electric Bill (Tips, Tax Credits & Programs)

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Energy Vampire Appliances: Reducing Phantom Power Drain In Your Home

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Grid-Connected Renewable Energy Systems for Homes & Businesses

Understanding Environmental Justice

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Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Grocery Shopping & Eating Green

New Mexico Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Solar Energy Explained: What is Solar Power & Its Role in a Renewable Energy Future?

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Hydropower Explained: What Is Hydropower & How Does it Work?

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Community Solar Explained: Ultimate Guide to How Community Solar Works

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Carbon Sequestration 101: How Carbon Gets Stored Out Of the Atmosphere

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Tackling Pollution In New York: How To Help

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Coolest Smog Eating Technology That’s Helping Reduce Air Pollution in Cities

Breezing Through the Basics: Residential Wind Turbines

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Complete Guide to Saving Energy At Home

Pros & Cons of Fossil Fuels: A Future Without Them?

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Electric Cars vs Gas: Perks of Ownership & Environmental Impact

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Yikes! Why Is My Electric Bill So High? (And What You Can Do About It)

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What Are Microplastics & Their Impact on the Environment?

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Understanding Carbon Capture, Storage & Sequestration Technology

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What a Just & Equitable Clean Energy Transition Looks Like

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Clean Energy Explained: What Is Renewable Energy vs. “Green” Energy?

Green Forests and Trees

6 Ways to Help the Environment & Save the Planet

Portland, Maine

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy In Maine 

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Is 3D Printing Eco-Friendly & Sustainable? (Answer: Not Quite)

Deforestation Causes, Effects & Solutions To Preserve Trees

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Are You Leaving Energy Savings On the Table?

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Minnesota

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What is the Average Electricity Bill of a 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment?

Boston, Massachusetts

Massachusetts Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Wind Power Pros & Cons: Advantages, Disadvantages of Wind Energy

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Water Saving Tips At Home: Conserve Water To Help the Planet & Your Wallet

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Futuristic Fuels: What Is Green Hydrogen & Its Role In a Clean Economy?

Maine Delays: Why Is Community Solar Moving So Slowly?

Pennsylvania Community Solar Legislative Brief

The Rise of Modular Homes: A Sustainable Way To Build?

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New Jersey Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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What Is the Average Carbon Footprint In the U.S. & How To Reduce It?

Delaware’s Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Environmental Sustainability: What It Means & Why It Matters

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Biomimicry: Nature-Inspired Sustainable Design Solutions

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Pros & Cons of Renewable Energy: Advantages Over Fossil Fuels

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Biomass Pros & Cons: Feasible Clean Energy Option or One Big Folly?

Paramus, New Jersey

The Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in New Jersey

Wind turbines in a field of dandelions.

Green Energy Doesn’t Cost More: Why Cheaper Renewables Is Great for People, the Planet

A home with solar panels across the whole roof.

Can Solar Panels Really Power a Whole House?

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Delaware 

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What Is Biomass? A Renewable Energy Source, But Not So "Clean" (Yet)

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DIY Home Energy Audit: Is Your Money Flying Out the Window?

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Energy Efficiency Explained: Less Power, Same Output, Healthier Planet

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How Green Are Electric Cars? Here's Why They Are Absolutely Better For the Environment

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Illinois Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

Pollution in New Jersey

Tackling Pollution In New Jersey: How To Help

Sunny day in Minnesota

Minnesota Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

A woman checking her energy bill online in her apartment.

How to Read & Understand Your Electricity Bill

Smart Grid Technology: Upgrading the U.S. Electric Grid

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10 Ways Community Solar Benefits People, Local Economies & the Planet

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Solar Panels That Work at Night? Scientists Make Clean Energy Breakthrough

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COP26 Recap: 4 Key Announcements from the UN Climate Change Conference

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Plastic Pollution's Impact On Environment, Wildlife & Human Health

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The Ultimate Guide to Saving on Your Electric Bill

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Tidal Power Explained: What is Tidal Energy & Is It Renewable?

7 Strategies To Talk To Your Kids About Climate Change

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Cheapest Ways to Heat a House With Electricity

Community Solar: Sharing Economy Meets Clean Energy

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New York Solar Incentives & Tax Credits for Residents, Businesses

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Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Fashion: Curating an Ethical Wardrobe

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Eco-Friendly Moving Tips: How to Have a Sustainable, Low-Footprint Move

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Understanding Massachusetts’ Community Choice Electricity & Municipal Energy Aggregation

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100% Clean, Renewable Energy Doesn't Mean Expensive Energy for Homeowners

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Building Electrification 101: Benefits Of Electrifying Homes, Businesses & More

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Maine Community Solar Policy Guide for Asset Owners & Developers

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Tackling Pollution in Maryland: How to Help

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Why Are Energy Prices Are Rising? How To Manage Surging Costs (And Save)

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What's a "Solar Farm?" All About Solar Parks, Solar Gardens & Solar Power Stations

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Transparent Solar Panels As Windows? The Latest Breakthrough

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Why Flow Batteries Are the Hottest Tech For Clean Energy Storage

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The Perch Green Index

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Wind Energy Explained: What is Wind Power & Its Role in a Renewable Energy Future?

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Building Decarbonization: Why Net-Zero Carbon Buildings Are the Next Big Thing In Cities

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What Is Thermal Pollution? Causes, Impact & Solutions

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The Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in New York