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Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant starts 3rd release of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea

By MARI YAMAGUCHI
Nov 2, 2023 7:11 AM - The tsunami-damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant began its third release of treated and diluted radioactive wastewater into the sea Thursday after Japanese officials said the two earlier releases ended smoothly.
In $8 billion federal quest to decarbonize, Midwest to build one of seven regional clean hydrogen hubs

BY JENNY WHIDDEN
Oct 31, 2023 1:46 PM - While hydrogen has been around as a fuel alternative for decades -- most famously as rocket fuel for NASA -- it typically has not been "clean." As the country struggles to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors such as heavy-duty transportation, petroleum refining and steel, ways to produce hydrogen with little-to-no carbon emissions have emerged as a potential silver bullet.
'Change is an opportunity': Next-gen fast electric vehicle charger made in Libertyville

By Mick Zawislak
Oct 27, 2023 6:16 PM - Gov. J.B. Prizker and other officials joined EVBox executives Friday for the launch of a next generation electric vehicle charger made at its Libertyville facility.
Eligible electric and plug-in vehicle buyers will get US tax credits immediately in 2024

Associated Press
Oct 6, 2023 10:27 AM - Starting next year, people who want to buy a new or used electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle will be able to get U.S. government income tax credits at the time of purchase.
Statewide paint recycling to come in 2025: What to do with your leftover paint until then

BY JENNY WHIDDEN
Oct 2, 2023 10:35 AM - The most common household paint has a very low level of toxicity, but properly disposing of it can be difficult because it can't be thrown away while still wet. Here's what you can do.
Cook County announces $3M for free solar panel installations

BY JENNY WHIDDEN
Sep 26, 2023 1:53 PM - Cook County announced $3 million in funding Monday for its no-cost residential Sun and Save program, which installs free solar systems for income-qualified homeowners.
Solar power focus of presentation Thursday in Libertyville

Daily Herald report
Sep 20, 2023 11:59 AM - A program entitled "Solar Power -- Harnessing Mother Nature's Gift" will be presented from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, at St. Joseph Koenig Center, 121 E. Maple Ave., Libertyville.
Report: Illinois' clean energy jobs grew by 3% in 2022

BY JENNY WHIDDEN
Sep 20, 2023 11:40 AM - While Illinois is in the top ranks among other Midwest states, advocates say there's still work to do, including raising building and car emissions standards.
Environmental Protection Agency delays new ozone pollution standards until after the 2024 election

By MATTHEW DALY
Sep 6, 2023 7:22 AM - The Environmental Protection Agency is delaying plans to tighten air quality standards for ground-level ozone -- better known as smog -- despite a recommendation by a scientific advisory panel to lower air pollution limits to protect public health.
Community solar in Illinois: How it works and how you can sign up

BY JENNY WHIDDEN
Sep 4, 2023 7:33 AM - Community solar, a subscriber-based service that allows residents to participate in solar power without having to own panels, has grown exponentially over the last three years. Here's what you need to know.

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