Tucson company a part of a $42 million project to improv electric vehicle battery technology
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced a $42 million plan to make advanced electric vehicle batteries cheaper and more efficient in America. And a Tucson company will take part. The EVs4ALL program selected 12 teams from universities, national laboratories and the private sector to develop new battery technologies to make way for easy electric vehicle adoption.
AZ Corporation Commission approves changes to plan to expand wind power in Arizona
The Arizona Corporation Commission has approved a modification to a plan for new transmission lines. The vote could pave the way for more wind energy in Arizona. The SunZia Southwest Transmission Project will move wind power from central New Mexico to substations in Pinal County, bringing clean energy to rural communities and California markets.
Sierra Club gives poor marks to AZ utilities on climate change response
The state’s major utilities have publicly committed themselves to clean energy. But conservationists say they have a long way to go if they are to meet their goals. The Sierra Club recently issued a nationwide report on how well power companies are making the transition to clean energy.
Tucson is investing more in electric vehicles. This expert says cost shouldn’t be a concern
The city of Tucson is embracing the idea of having more electric cars and trucks. Beginning Dec. 1, Tucson is requiring all new developments and parking lots with at least 50 spaces to offer electric vehicle charging stations. There is some concern about the costs, but the Tucson City Council voted unanimously in favor of […]
ASU’s mechanical trees could make a dent in climate change
Carbon emissions, which contribute to climate change, are rising. The U.S. Energy information administration found that carbon emissions rose 8% in 2021, and some scientists are worried that we aren’t adapting fast enough to meet this change. A device that looks like a metal tree could help. It looks like a 10-foot-tall beer keg. But […]
High gas prices aren’t the only reason people want electric cars. But the switch isn’t easy
Gas prices in Arizona are nearly 50 cents higher than the national average, according to AAA, hovering at almost $4.60 for a gallon of regular unleaded. That, along with an increase in marketing — including during the Super Bowl — has led to more consumer demand for electric vehicles.
Phoenix Zoo installs solar-powered car charging stations
One of the big challenges to a carbon-free grid will be to replace gas vehicles with electric. The Phoenix Zoo has built some necessary infrastructure to help with that transition. A recent study at Arizona State University found that building a clean energy grid will require a lot of charging stations.
Arizona will be getting $11 million for EV chargers this year. Here’s what that might get the state
Arizona will be getting a little more than $11 million this year to pay for new electric vehicle charging stations. That was part of the bipartisan infrastructure bill approved by Congress and signed by President Joe Biden late last year. The Federal Highway Administration estimates the state will get more than $76 million over five […]
Petitions Delivered To Arizona Corporation Commission To Increase Renewable Energy Standards
Clean-energy advocates are taking their case directly to the state’s utility regulator, the Arizona Corporation Commission. State Rep. Kirsten Engel joined the Sierra Club and three other organizations in delivering 5,000 petitions to the commission this week.
New Arizona Corporation Commission Solar Rule Goes Against APS’s Wishes
The Arizona Corporation Commission made headlines recently as the new CEO of APS’s parent company, Jeff Guldner, made a public apology to customers. But, while most eyes were on Guldner at that hearing — and certainly most of the attention from news outlets — utility regulators also took a vote that stood in stark contrast to […]
