Biogas plant makes fuel, money for Pima County
Facility purifies waste methane for commercial use.
$36M going to select utility companies for temporary assistance
The pilot program includes Tucson Electric Power and Southwest Gas, but the Arizona Department of Economic Security it intends to take it statewide.
Super-thin panels could change solar industry
UA researcher exploring impact of panels made from perovskite.
Arizona utility regulators reject 100% clean energy rules
Last minute changes caused unexpected rejection
TEP brings new renewable energy solar system online this month
With the addition of two new energy systems about 26% of TEP's power will be from renewable sources.
UA ready to have all purchased renewable power in May
The university says the move will cut greenhouse gases by a third and save millions in the long run.
New coalition pushes for Arizona to shift to clean energy by 2050
Dozens of businesses, cities and organizations have joined the effort to reduce carbon emissions.
Arizona move toward 100% clean energy faces challenge from legislature
The legislature considers limiting the power of state utility regulators as it looks to increase Arizona's renewable energy standard.
Ducey “implores” Biden to allow oil leases on federal land
The governor joined 16 other Republican governors asking for an end to an executive order.
Navajo plant closure to cost Arizona county $40M in taxes
The plant's owners decided to close it as natural gas became a cheaper source of energy.
New year brings higher rates for TEP customers
The utility says it needs to recoup costs to help with its longer-term move to more renewable energy sources.
2 Republicans, 1 Democrat elected Arizona utility regulators
Democrats picked up a seat on the Arizona Corporation Commission, which will have a 3-2 Republican majority.
Race underway for Corporation Commission, Arizona's 'fourth branch of government'
The Arizona Corporation Commission, which regulates utilities, pipelines and securities, has three open seats this fall.
A 'collision of crises' is leaving thousands in Tucson struggling with electric bills
Record heat, unemployment and a pandemic are adding to household financial troubles.
Corporation Commission member urges 2050 clean energy target
The member of the Arizona Corporation Commission wants utilities to use 100% clean energy by 2050.
