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WEBNevada Current is a nonprofit online source of political and policy news and commentary for Nevada. It covers topics such as democracy, justice, sustainability, education, housing and more.
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WEBSep 14, 2024 · Nevada Current is a nonprofit news organization that covers politics, policy and culture in Nevada and beyond. Read the latest stories on topics such as U.S. Senate races, solar power, immigration, marijuana, homelessness and more.
PUC denies NV Energy bid to triple service charge in Northern …
WEB3 days ago · In a rare victory for NV Energy consumers, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada voted Tuesday to reject the utility’s bid to nearly triple the basic service charge for Northern Nevada customers from $16.50 a month to $45.30 a month, “a number that I believe is much too high,” Commissioner Randy Brown said during the hearing.. The commission instead approved a $2 monthly increase to ...
NV Energy transmission line approval reflects fed race to develop …
WEBSep 10, 2024 · The Libra Project — the largest energy storage and solar project in Nevada history — was reviewed for environmental impacts and approved within a year of being proposed. “We are seeing incredible progress on Libra solar,” said Chris Brooks, the Senior Vice President of External Relations for Arevia. “This time next year, we should ...
Striving for solar development balance on Nevada public lands
WEB3 days ago · Therefore, the push to develop solar energy on public lands in areas of the sensitive Amargosa River watershed in Nye and Clark Counties in Nevada raises significant concerns that cannot be ignored. Over 25 solar projects have already been proposed in this single watershed, encompassing some 60,000 acres or more of potential development.
Homeless report shows 20% spike from previous year, highlights …
WEBSep 9, 2024 · A 13-year-high in the number of unhoused individuals counted. A growing number of families with children. An increase among people experiencing homelessness chronically. Black individuals over-represented among the unhoused population. Results of Clark County’s annual homeless census released last week showed an overall 20% increase from the 2023 census and revealed alarming trends about who
New NV transmission line will slash energy costs, says White House
WEBOct 31, 2023 · The White House announced $1.3 billion in new federal funding for three new transmission lines in the Southwest and New England, including one between Nevada and Utah. The line would deliver 1,500 megawatts of solar and wind power, reduce emissions, and create jobs.
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WEBJul 23, 2024 · Nevada Current covers the latest news and analysis on Nevada politics and government, from state and federal elections to policy issues. Read stories on topics such as free lunch, election certification, racism, abortion rights and more.
Federal funds for community solar in NV slowly trickling in
WEBAug 20, 2024 · Nevada Current is part of , the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization. On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the Nevada Clean Energy Fund could start using a $156 million “Solar for All” federal grant designed to support community solar projects that benefit low-income households.
NV Energy seeks to prematurely recover costs of $4.2 billion ...
WEBJun 20, 2024 · The utility asks for financial incentives to recoup costs before Greenlink, a massive transmission line project, is completed, despite promising ratepayers no upfront charges. The utility also proposes other projects, such as gas peaker plants and solar power, but faces criticism for lack of transparency and competitive bidding.