Local Energy Rules

This bi-weekly podcast from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance shares powerful stories of local renewable energy, from mayors discussing their city’s commitment to 100% renewable energy to tales of innovative community owned solar to questions about th

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State Solutions for Local Energy Action — (Bonus) Episode 256 of Local Energy Rules

Posted November 26, 202500:13:01

Learn how state legislatures can pave the way for cities to advance clean energy and equitably address climate change.| Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/energy-democracy/state-solutions-local-action-ler256/| Listen...

How to Raise the Bar for Community Solar in Minnesota — (Bonus) Episode 255 of Local Energy Rules

Posted November 19, 202500:27:20

Learn about the recent improvements to Minnesota's community solar program and what can be done to better encourage cooperative ownership models.| Show...

The Oregon Trail To Community Microgrids — Episode 254 of Local Energy Rules

Posted November 19, 202500:51:03

Learn how this state developed a community microgrid law to enhance community resilience against power shutoffs and grid failure.| Show page available:...

The State Fighting The Feds to Lower Energy Costs – (Bonus) Episode 253 of Local Energy Rules

Posted November 12, 202500:25:21

Learn how this state is ramping up the fight with the feds for local, clean energy affordability and access. | Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/energy-democracy/MN-fights-feds-ler253/| Listen...

The Minnesota Lawmaker Tackling Energy Problems Head-On — (Bonus) Episode 252 of Local Energy Rules

Posted November 5, 202500:15:17

Learn about how this Minnesota lawmaker wants to tackle her state’s energy problems. Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/energy-democracy/acomb-ler252/| Listen...