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New England's Clean Energy Transmission Line Goes Live
Planet WinsJan 19

New England's Clean Energy Transmission Line Goes Live

A major transmission line connecting renewable energy across New England just switched on, marking a milestone for the region's clean power future. The New England Clean Energy Connect is now delivering electricity.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
New Hydropower Line Brings Canadian Clean Energy to New England
Solutions5h ago

New Hydropower Line Brings Canadian Clean Energy to New England

After years of controversy and setbacks, a new transmission line is successfully carrying renewable hydropower from Quebec into Maine, marking a significant step forward for the region's clean energy goals. Despite some early growing pains, the project shows promise for reducing fossil fuel dependence.

Grist2 min read
Grid Tech Moves 40% More Power Without New Transmission Lines
VideosMar 9

Grid Tech Moves 40% More Power Without New Transmission Lines

New technology is making America's electricity grid work smarter, moving up to 40% more renewable energy through existing power lines without building new ones. It's solving one of clean energy's biggest bottlenecks in a fraction of the time.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Quebec Power Line to Light 1 Million NYC Homes This Spring
Planet WinsMar 17

Quebec Power Line to Light 1 Million NYC Homes This Spring

A 339-mile underground transmission line from Canada to Queens will deliver enough clean hydropower to supply one million New York City homes starting this spring. The $6 billion project creates the longest buried transmission line in North America.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
3,000 MW Clean Energy Line Powers 3 Million Across Southwest
Planet Wins1d ago

3,000 MW Clean Energy Line Powers 3 Million Across Southwest

A massive new transmission line is delivering enough clean wind energy from New Mexico to Arizona to power 3 million people across the Southwest. The project will avoid 9 million metric tons of CO₂ in its first year alone.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Victorian Farmer Offers Land for Clean Energy Transmission
SolutionsApr 13

Victorian Farmer Offers Land for Clean Energy Transmission

A farmer who grew up with transmission lines is stepping forward to support a controversial renewable energy project, offering his 4,000-hectare property to help power Australia's future. Craig McIntosh's decision could help connect renewable energy zones between Victoria and New South Wales.

ABC Australia2 min read
Chile Breaks Ground on 3,000-MW Clean Energy Power Line
Planet WinsFeb 7

Chile Breaks Ground on 3,000-MW Clean Energy Power Line

Chile just started building a massive 3,000-megawatt transmission line that will unlock the country's renewable energy future. The Kimal–Lo Aguirre project connects solar and wind-rich northern regions to population centers, powering millions of homes with clean electricity.

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
Chile Launches 3 GW Power Line to Unlock Renewable Energy
Planet WinsFeb 6

Chile Launches 3 GW Power Line to Unlock Renewable Energy

Chile just switched on a massive 3,000-megawatt transmission line that will finally connect its sun-drenched northern deserts to cities that need the clean power. The Kimal–Lo Aguirre project solves a years-long bottleneck that left renewable energy stranded. #

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
New Mexico Power Line Cuts Bills $13 Monthly
InnovationJun 10

New Mexico Power Line Cuts Bills $13 Monthly

A new transmission line in New Mexico just came online ahead of schedule, and it's already saving families money while making the grid stronger. Even better, the project protected 40 square miles of wildlife habitat at the same time.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Nigeria Stops Fake Power Lines From Endangering Millions
SolutionsMar 26

Nigeria Stops Fake Power Lines From Endangering Millions

Nigeria's anti-corruption agency blocked a contractor from installing dangerous counterfeit transmission lines in 2024, preventing potential disasters and deaths. The intervention highlights new efforts to crack down on substandard materials crippling the nation's electricity infrastructure.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
China-Laos Power Line to Cut 2.5M Tons of CO2 Annually
Planet WinsFeb 9

China-Laos Power Line to Cut 2.5M Tons of CO2 Annually

A new 177-kilometer transmission line between China and Laos just completed connection, set to deliver 3 billion kilowatt-hours of clean energy yearly while slashing millions of tons of carbon emissions. The project also built schools, created hundreds of jobs, and reduced tree cutting by 83 percent during construction.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Gen Z Packs Adelaide Dance Floors for Line Dancing Revival
Acts of KindnessJun 12

Gen Z Packs Adelaide Dance Floors for Line Dancing Revival

Hundreds of young Australians are trading screens for cowboy boots as line dancing surges across South Australia. What started with six students now fills venues weekly, creating friendships and romances along the way.

ABC Australia3 min read
Colorado Cuts Grid Costs With New Transmission Plan
Planet WinsFeb 18

Colorado Cuts Grid Costs With New Transmission Plan

Colorado just found a way to expand clean energy faster and cheaper. A new state authority could save millions while building the power lines needed to meet climate goals.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Power Lines Can Carry 20% More Energy With Smart Tech
VideosMar 11

Power Lines Can Carry 20% More Energy With Smart Tech

Utilities are unlocking hidden capacity in existing power lines by measuring real-time weather conditions instead of using worst-case assumptions. The innovation is paying for itself in less than two years while helping renewable energy reach more homes.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Minnesota Transmission Project to Create 4,870 Jobs
SolutionsMay 29

Minnesota Transmission Project to Create 4,870 Jobs

A new electric transmission backbone across Minnesota and South Dakota will generate over $2 billion in economic activity and support nearly 5,000 jobs during construction alone. The PowerOn Midwest project promises to transform the region's energy capacity while delivering $1.2 billion in property tax revenue over 35 years.

Google: economic growth report2 min read
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Videos4d ago

NYC Gets 20% Cleaner Energy from 339-Mile Buried Line

New York just flipped the switch on a massive underground power line bringing clean Canadian hydropower to 1 million New York City homes. The project slashes carbon emissions while creating thousands of jobs and cleaner air for communities hit hardest by pollution.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Minnesota Power Lines Get Smart Sensors for Clean Energy
Planet WinsMar 11

Minnesota Power Lines Get Smart Sensors for Clean Energy

Minnesota utilities are installing "neurons" on power lines that collect real-time data, allowing more clean electricity to flow without building new infrastructure. The smart sensors could help solar and wind power reach more homes faster.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
QuantumScape Launches Solid-State Battery Pilot Line
InnovationFeb 5

QuantumScape Launches Solid-State Battery Pilot Line

A San Jose company just turned on its first automated factory line for next-generation batteries that could revolutionize electric vehicles. The breakthrough brings safer, longer-lasting batteries one step closer to your driveway.

Electrek2 min read
CDC Inspections: Top 10 Cleanest Cruise Lines for 2025
SolutionsMar 15

CDC Inspections: Top 10 Cleanest Cruise Lines for 2025

Surprise health inspections reveal which cruise lines keep passengers safest with spotless ships. Viking, Crystal, and Oceania lead the pack with near-perfect scores.

Fox News Travel2 min read
Michigan Utility Buries All New Power Lines After Ice Storm
Planet WinsJun 1

Michigan Utility Buries All New Power Lines After Ice Storm

After a devastating ice storm left 66,000 people without power for weeks, Michigan's largest electric co-op is burying all new power lines to prevent future outages. The move signals a major shift in how utilities are preparing for climate change.

Grist3 min read

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