Two Cheers for California’s Fracking Ban
Gavin Newsom did what no other oil-state governor has—but more is needed
By
Judith Lewis Mernit
April 28, 2021
Georgia Solar Company Bets Big on Batteries
Lacking other incentives, rooftop solar customers need to bank their joules
Adapted from an interview by
Judith Lewis Mernit
March 4, 2021
In L.A., a Bike Shop Owner Sees a Boom in the Pandemic
George Turner Jr. of Penuel Bicycles talks about his surprise success
Adapted from an interview by
Judith Lewis Mernit
November 14, 2020
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This Is How a Business Weathers the COVID Crisis
Alejandro Aviles says taking care of his all–Puerto Rican workforce comes first
Adapted from an interview by
Judith Lewis Mernit
September 13, 2020
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clean energy
Just a Mayor Who Can't Say No to Renewable Energy
Norman, Oklahoma, mayor Breea Clark has to fight for every damn thing
Adapted from an interview by
Judith Lewis Mernit
July 2, 2020
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From Prison to Production Line, Via Pizza
To reintegrate after prison, you need to envision yourself the way you want to be
Adapted from an interview by
Judith Lewis Mernit
April 23, 2020
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clean energy
Is California Clamping Down on Oil and Gas At Last?
Governor Newsom fires top regulator for being too chummy with industry
By
Judith Lewis Mernit
July 15, 2019
It's Time for California to Get Out of the Oil Business
California is a leader in reducing demand for fossil fuels—supply, not so much
By
Judith Lewis Mernit
March 1, 2019
The EPA Clears the Air in Utah's National Parks
By
Judith Lewis Mernit
June 2, 2016
Coal versus Recreation in Utah
Haze from Utah's coal-fired power plants threatens its vibrant outdoor-recreation industry.
By
Judith Lewis Mernit
February 8, 2016