The Future of Nebraska Energy: Off-grid systems and public power

By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – Nebraska energy is cheap and reliable – but it’s also heavily based on coal. For some, that means it simply isn’t good enough.
Read MoreThe Future of Nebraska Energy: Experimenting in the cities

By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – Nebraska is not living up to its potential for renewable energy. The state is ranked 13th in the nation for potential solar energy, and third for what it could do with wind.
Read MoreNew EPA standards could impact Omaha

By Perry Stoner
Lincoln, NE – The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to release new acceptable levels for ozone in the atmosphere in the next week.
Read MoreDemand for bioplastics on the rise

By Grant Gerlock
Lincoln, NE – Companies like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Heinz have recently determined that plastic made from plants – not oil – makes sense both for the environment and for business. The growing demand has meant a boom in the bioplastic industry.
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