Instead of building expensive fossil-fuel peaker plants, grid operators can tap into these decentralized networks. When electricity demand spikes, a virtual signal instantly tells thousands of coordinated home batteries to export spare power. share.google/CXvIMQaNDMSJxEz…
Following the abrupt shutdown of Mount Ida in 2018, we passed the first-in-the-nation law to force private colleges to be transparent about their finances and give families and staff a heads-up if a school is in trouble. But recent campus closures have reignited a fierce debate.
I’ve been digging into the closures of Hampshire & Anna Maria College. One question keeps coming up: why are these shutdowns so abrupt — and did they violate MA law meant to prevent this?
My latest looks at whether the law is working or falling short: masslive.com/education/2026/…
Our latest newsletter is out with stories on the audit, Franklin's Carpe Diem, Memorial Day, Pride Month, the sales tax holiday, and so many other stories. You can read it at mailchi.mp/e5d9e7f96f6c/marc…
Our latest newsletter is out with information on the Women's Health Expo, the FY27 House budget, a Higher Education Award, the SAFE Gala, Governor Healey in Franklin, a visit with area nurses at the State House, and an author visit in Franklin. mailchi.mp/d4f8bab5216a/marc…
Combined with the energy available from onshore wind and solar resources, an offshore wind fleet can support a shift toward local solutions for winter reliability in New England, bringing consumers much-needed relief from high seasonal electricity bills. ucs.org/resources/new-englan…
Europe is seeking greater energy independence with offshore wind while the US under Trump steps away. Very puzzling as the energy war in the Middle East continues. share.google/WLt92Ba2RS4cnfo…
It takes genuine strength to govern one’s tongue, to treat with dignity someone you despise, to remember that even your adversary is a fellow passenger who shares your carriage and your country. bostonglobe.com/2026/03/25/o… via @BostonGlobe
The disruption to energy markets caused by the Iran war is a lesson on the risks of relying on fossil fuels which should drive governments to wean their economies off oil and gas faster. reuters.com/sustainability/c…