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In a big bill that hurts clean energy, residential solar likely to get hit fast

By MICHAEL PHILLIS
Jul 03, 2025 10:57 am - As Republicans in Congress rushed forward with a massive tax and spending cut bill, a North Carolina renewable energy executive wrote to his 190 employees with a warning: Deep cuts to clean energy tax credits were going to hurt.
Why rice is poised to survive better in a warming world

By Emma Court
Jun 30, 2025 1:57 pm - New research looking at future production of six staple crops including wheat, soybeans and sorghum found that rice alone should have the smallest decline in global yields.
Wauconda Township recycling extravaganza on July 12

Daily Herald report
Jun 27, 2025 3:18 pm - Wauconda Township will host its annual recycling extravaganza from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 12 at the township facility, 505 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda.
How carbon capture works and the debate about whether it's a future climate solution

By TAMMY WEBBER
Jun 27, 2025 10:16 am - Power plants and industrial facilities that emit carbon dioxide, the primary driver of global warming, are hopeful that Congress will keep tax credits for capturing the gas and storing it deep underground.
Critical minerals give China an edge in trade negotiations

By SIMINA MISTREANU
Jun 12, 2025 6:25 am - China’s dominance over critical minerals in global supply chains was a powerful bargaining chip in trade talks between Beijing and Washington that concluded with both sides saying they have a framework to pursue a deal.
Arlington Heights mayor pushes for EV charger restrictions in basement garages

By Christopher Placek
Jun 11, 2025 6:31 pm - Citing national examples of long-burning fires, Arlington Heights officials are considering regulations banning electric vehicle charging stations in basement parking garages, despite state laws requiring EV infrastructure.
‘We know how to do it right’: Suburbs welcoming data centers say they’ll benefit their communities

By Eric Peterson
Jun 04, 2025 6:53 pm - When it comes to the use of electricity and other resources like water, data centers are expected to pay their way and keep residents and fellow businesses free of negative side effects of their presence, Hoffman Estates Village Manager Eric Palm said Wednesday.
Document-shredding event Saturday in Maine Township

Daily Herald report
May 28, 2025 2:49 pm - Maine Township residents can safely dispose of unwanted documents without charge Saturday, May 31, at township hall.
‘Anything to raise awareness’: Drivers asked to watch for turtles crossing roads

By Mick Zawislak
May 23, 2025 1:42 pm - Wildlife experts are reminding drivers to be alert for turtles crossing roads near lakes, ponds and marshes throughout the region searching for water, food and mates.
Geneva officials consider building solar facility on city land

Brenda Schory
May 18, 2025 3:40 pm - Geneva officials are looking at the feasibility of building a site to access solar energy on city-owned property.

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