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Erich Farber, a renowned expert in solar-energy technologies and a University of Florida researcher and professor, passed away on April 9. He was 95.
Read More »Erich Farber, Solar-Energy Pioneer And UF Professor, Dies At 95
Protesters Rally 1 Month After Sabal Trail Shooter’s Death
On Monday, a group of protesters gathered outside of the Dunnellon Compress Station, where the Sabal Trail Pipeline is being constructed in Marion County. The protesters were speaking against the pipeline and defending James Marker, who was killed by police a month ago after allegedly shooting at the pipeline, leading police on a car chase and brandishing his weapon.
Read More »House Solar Bill Drawing Heat
Some backers of a renewable-energy tax break that voters approved in August contend a House proposal to carry out the constitutional amendment could slow the growth of solar energy in Florida.
Read More »FPL Planning Solar Centers For Alachua, Putnam Counties
Florida Power & Light announced on Wednesday that it has decided on Alachua and Putnam counties as two of the eight locations for its planned $130 million solar centers.
Read More »Ocala Adding Solar-Powered Parking Meters
Ocala is working to install 250 solar-powered meters, making it the first Florida city to have the technology.
Read More »Cohousing Community Brings Cooperative Living To Gainesville
Groundbreaking on the first cohousing community in Florida began in January. Future residents, who are also the investors, look forward to a communal life in which they share the responsibility of running and maintaining their neighborhood.
Read More »Nation’s Largest Solar Installer To Open Florida Facility
The largest U.S. solar panel installer is moving into Florida's residential market after the state's voters last month rejected a utility-backed ballot measure that critics said would make going solar more expensive
Read More »Bob Graham: “You don’t learn how to function in democracy without actually doing it”
Former Florida Gov. and U.S. Senator Bob Graham spoke Tuesday night at the University of Florida about how citizens can bring about change through civic engagement.
Read More »Roundup of Alachua And Marion County Election Results
Who won and lost local and state races in Alachua and Marion Counties and how the proposed state constitution amendments faired.
Read More »Voters Turn Out Lights On Solar Amendment
A controversial solar-energy ballot initiative fell short short of the 60 percent voter approval it needed Tuesday.
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