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Solar Power: Frequently Asked Questions

January 9, 2017 — Is rooftop solar right for you? Get answers to your questions about solar power, courtesy of EnergySage.

Testimonials: How These Bird Lovers Went Solar at Home

January 9, 2017 — Intimidated by solar power? Don't be. Meet real people who installed solar panels on their roof for a peek inside the process.

Why Solar Power Is Good for Birds

January 9, 2017 — Solar energy is a boon for the environment, but some methods can be harmful to birds and other wildlife. Here's how to go solar safely.

What Does the North American Climate Pledge Mean?

July 1, 2016 — The U.S., Mexico, and Canada announced shared goals to boost clean energy, cut carbon pollution, and protect wildlife.

Four Astonishing Ways Birds Are Coping With Our Energy Demands

April 29, 2016 — From Pennsylvania to Canada, birds are finding ways to dodge power structures and development.

Can Solar Plants Make Good Bird Habitat?

April 6, 2016 — A proposed state law could turn Minnesota's solar gardens into actual gardens for native birds and pollinators.

Will Wind Turbines Ever Be Safe For Birds?

March 16, 2016 — Sure, it’s green energy—but it also results in hundreds of thousands of bird deaths each year.

How Two Old Pipelines Put the Great Lakes (and its Birds) at Risk

February 29, 2016 — Environmentalists' worry over a decades-old oil pipeline running under Michigan's water has inspired them to keep closer tabs on local wildlife.

In Victory for Eagles, USFWS Gives Up Fight for 30-Year Take Permits

January 22, 2016 — The government just dropped its latest effort to give longer-term take permits to wind farms and other companies.

Has Global Coal Consumption Peaked?

December 4, 2015 — In the often-depressing fight against emissions, a recent report offers some promising news.

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