Introduction
Welcome to Episode 96 of the (new and improved) IER Podcast!
Governor appoints members of Indiana Wetlands Task Force
By Enrique Saenz
Gov. Eric Holcomb has appointed the 13 members of a task force that will research strategies to protect Indiana’s isolated wetlands and develop measures to incentivize their protection.
Power Companies, Cities, Advocacy Groups Negotiate Agreement to Shutter Rockport “Super Polluter” Plant
By Enrique Saenz
A proposed settlement agreement negotiated between utility companies, local governments and advocacy groups could finalize one of the most carbon-emitting power plants in the state will close before the end of the decade.
Solar Power Could Make Up 40% of Nation’s Electricity Supply, But Will Indiana Take Part?
By Enrique Saenz
Solar energy has the potential to comprise up to 40% of the nation’s energy supply by 2035, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, but pushback from utilities and lawmakers could limit how much Hoosiers can contribute to the solarization effort.