How Your Child’s School Bus Might Prevent Blackouts
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How Your Child’s School Bus Might Prevent Blackouts

When not driving around, electric buses and other vehicles could help utilities by storing their solar and wind energy and releasing it to meet surges in demand.
Across U.S., Chinese Bitcoin Mines Draw National Security Scrutiny
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Across U.S., Chinese Bitcoin Mines Draw National Security Scrutiny

Microsoft reported one site in Wyoming because of its proximity to a data center and nuclear missile base. Records show other cryptocurrency facilities have ties to the Chinese state.
Energy Firms, Green Groups and Others Reach Deal on Solar Farms
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Energy Firms, Green Groups and Others Reach Deal on Solar Farms

The agreement could help speed up the development of large solar projects that are often bogged down by fights over land use and environmental concerns.