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Solar energy is one of the most accessible and cleanest forms of energy we have. We can tap the sun's power using solar panels, and turn the free sunlight into electricity to power our homes and more.

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Blackouts happen. They can be a minor inconvenience, a serious health concern or something in between, but most people would rather avoid them, especially if they're unprepared. The rise in rooftop ...

In 2019, the nonprofit Michigan Energy Options had just put up a solar farm. “We purposely located our East Lansing Community Solar Park on a former municipal dump,” said Executive Director John Kinch ...

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