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Florida Gov. DeSantis vetoes controversial ‘net metering’ roof-top solar bill

Opponents of the bill quickly praised the veto, saying it would help efforts to boost renewable energy.

by Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida April 28, 2022January 9, 2025

Opponents of the bill quickly praised the veto, saying it would help efforts to boost renewable energy.

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Tampa Bay’s best Thanksgiving week and weekend concerts

by CL Staff November 20, 2018

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Green Tech: Stylish new solar rechargeable gadgets

Proving that solar panels aren’t just for your roof anymore.

by Katie Machol Simon September 20, 2011August 3, 2023

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IKEA pledges to use 100% renewable energy in UK stores

And big plans for clean energy initiatives in US stores.

by Katie Machol Simon August 16, 2011May 5, 2024

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DIY Green: Solar-powered USB charger disguised as a coffee cup

Meet “Mr. Buzz.”

by Katie Machol Simon July 13, 2011August 3, 2023

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The Green Community week in review: Solar PV screen for smart phones, Royal Wedding charity fund, breaking our oil addiction and more

by Katie Machol Simon March 27, 2011August 3, 2023

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New photovoltaic touchscreen can charge any smart phone with the power of the sun (video)

by Katie Machol Simon March 24, 2011June 5, 2022

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The house that Rick built: State Rep. Kriseman put his money where his mouth is on environmental issues

State Rep. Rick Kriseman put his money where his mouth is on environmental issues.

by Mitch Perry July 29, 2010August 3, 2023

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Want affordable solar energy for your home? 1 Block Off the Grid will help you get it (video)

by mariabooker June 2, 2010August 17, 2023

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TECO drags its feet as Tampa yearns for energy conservation

If Tampa is falling behind in its move toward energy efficiency, maybe it’s because TECO is dragging its heels.

by Mitch Perry April 14, 2010August 3, 2023

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40 great green ideas from CL readers

by Katie Machol Simon April 14, 2010June 5, 2022

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St. Petersburg College to install rooftop photovoltaic solar project

by Jason Green March 15, 2010August 17, 2023

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Eco Tech: Solar powered iPhone/iPod charger case now available

by Katie Machol Simon March 11, 2010August 3, 2023

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Is solar PV dead in Florida?

by Paul Messerschmidt November 16, 2009November 9, 2024

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The story behind property tax exemptions for solar and wind storm improvements

by Lisa Montelione September 30, 2009August 17, 2023

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Florida’s solar energy system tax incentives

by Lisa Montelione September 24, 2009August 17, 2023

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The Green Community week in review: Clean energy rally, legalizing marijuana, BOTB Readers’ Poll, and more

by Katie Machol Simon August 30, 2009June 5, 2022

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Progress Energy seeks to add Smart Grid in Florida: Customers will see their real-time energy use

by Jason Green August 25, 2009August 17, 2023

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The Green Community week in review: World’s first solar-powered city, redesigning suburbia, green pledges and more

by Katie Machol Simon August 23, 2009August 17, 2023

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Nation’s largest solar facility to be in DeSoto County by next year

by Jason Green August 18, 2009August 17, 2023