Alberta Premier Defiant as Biden Reviews Keystone XL Pipeline
The premier of Alberta, Canada, is ready to defend against potential legal challenges if U.S. President Joe Biden revokes the Keystone XL pipeline permit. Meanwhile, the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact Ohio's coal communities, with high unemployment rates persisting. In renewable energy news, Geronimo Energy plans a significant solar project in South Dakota. Kansas City, Missouri, is pioneering zero-fare transit, while Consumers Energy is distributing Google Nest thermostats to aid power conservation during the pandemic.
The Alberta premier's stance comes as Biden's administration reviews the pipeline's permit, which was granted by the Trump administration. The premier is prepared for potential court challenges if the permit is revoked.
In Ohio, the pandemic has exacerbated unemployment in coal-dependent communities. Despite this, Gov. Mike DeWine's approach to climate change has been inconsistent, with some critics noting a lack of clear commitment to renewable energy and climate action.
Geronimo Energy's proposed 128 MW solar project in western South Dakota is set to boost the region's renewable energy capacity. The project, located in the state's western region, is part of a growing trend of solar energy development across the U.S.
Kansas City, Missouri, has launched a zero-fare transit pilot program to encourage public transportation use. The initiative aims to increase ridership and make public transit more accessible.
In Michigan, Consumers Energy is distributing 100,000 Google Nest thermostats to customers to help conserve power during the pandemic. The giveaway is part of the utility's efforts to promote energy efficiency and reduce strain on the grid.
A shareholder group in Wisconsin is pushing Madison Gas and Electric to appoint a board member with environmental health expertise. The group argues that such an appointment would promote clean energy and help the utility transition towards a more sustainable future.
In Indiana, a coal ash removal plan at five sites in northwestern Indiana has raised health and environmental concerns, particularly for communities of color. Activists and local residents have expressed worries about potential contamination of local water sources and negative health impacts on nearby communities.
The Alberta premier's stance on the Keystone XL pipeline sets the stage for potential legal battles, while Ohio's coal communities continue to grapple with high unemployment rates. Meanwhile, renewable energy projects like Geronimo Energy's solar park in South Dakota and Kansas City's zero-fare transit initiative offer promising solutions to environmental and economic challenges. In Michigan and Indiana, utility companies face calls for greater commitment to clean energy and environmental responsibility.
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