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Environment America reports that California is using and storing more solar energy, reflecting the state's continued expansion of clean power capacity. The finding points to growth in both solar generation and battery storage, helping the state rely less on fossil fuels. Solar advocates are highlighting California's role as a national leader in the energy transition.
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A Nature piece examines how the environmental and social impacts of lithium mining and extraction can be reduced as global demand for the metal keeps rising with battery production. Researchers discuss ways to lower the footprint of lithium used in electric vehicles and energy storage.
- 3Santa Barbara County Joins Regional Solar And Storage Alliance●Santa Barbara County Joins Regional Power Play For Solar & Storage
Santa Barbara County has joined a regional partnership aimed at expanding solar power and battery storage across the area. The move ties the county into broader efforts to pool resources and coordinate clean energy development with neighboring jurisdictions. Details on the partners, funding and project timeline have not yet been made widely available.