Data center projects are drawing fierce opposition in rural communities that form the backbone of Republican support, putting state leaders at odds with a White House eager to accelerate AI infrastructure.
Cities and states are struggling to keep up with road repairs as infrastructure costs outpace revenues.
State policies that can unlock the affordability of home electrification, rooftop solar and battery storage could save families significant money while giving them a direct stake in the next energy economy.
Despite failing to cover the costs of infrastructure, state and federal motor fuel taxes have been an elegant solution to funding transportation. More user fees are likely, but they will be kludgier and more intrusive.
They’re a crucial public resource, but cities don’t manage or maintain them well. There is plenty they could be doing.
The federal Maritime Administration is distributing $774 million for port infrastructure projects around the country.
Gas projects now outpace wind as demand and infrastructure constraints reshape development.
Lawmakers are considering loans and aid programs to stabilize struggling facilities facing major revenue losses.
With no pipeline access and declining refining capacity, the state faces growing supply risks.
Local leaders are investing in new homes to attract residents and sustain long-term growth.
Lawmakers are scrambling to rethink funding as firefighting expenses surge beyond budgeted levels.
States are beginning to access funds, but major questions remain about costs, timelines and how much of the money will be used.
Updated rules permit some plants within a five-foot buffer of homes in fire-prone areas. Residents have accepted the rules after months of pushback on the old regulations.
But some cities with the best opportunity are leaving it on the table.
A sweeping plan to build 21 gigawatts of solar plus batteries on136,000 acres could be a lifeline for Central Valley farmers.
Even with a roughly 9 percent increase from last year, the state’s power still costs less than any other's.
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