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Some American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules

Some American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules

Farmers in the U.S. operate on the thinnest of margins, and some have looked to renewable energy as a way to cut costs on electricity
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IEA Chief Urges Italy to Reconsider Nuclear Power for Energy Security

IEA Chief Urges Italy to Reconsider Nuclear Power for Energy Security

The International Energy Agency's Executive Director, Fatih Birol, has suggested that Italy should reconsider its stance on nuclear energy to enhance its energy security and economic stability. Italy currently has no operational nuclear reactors and relies heavily on energy imports, including nuclear-generated electricity from neighboring countries like France. Despite past referendums in 1987 and 2011 that led to the prohibition of nuclear power plants, the Italian government is drafting a new legal framework to potentially lift this ban. Birol emphasized the need for Italy to have stable and continuous energy production, suggesting that nuclear power, including new modular reactors, could be a viable solution. The proposal remains controversial among the Italian population, but the government is expected to present the new framework to parliament soon.
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Ur-Energy Positioned for Growth Amid Rising U.S. Uranium Demand

Ur-Energy Positioned for Growth Amid Rising U.S. Uranium Demand

Ur-Energy Positioned for Growth Amid Rising U.S. Uranium Demand
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Iowa Schools Dismiss Early Due to Severe Weather Forecast

Iowa Schools Dismiss Early Due to Severe Weather Forecast

Several school districts in eastern Iowa have decided to dismiss students early on Friday due to the forecast of severe weather. The decision comes as strong storms are expected to move through the area between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Schools in districts such as Decorah, East Buchanan, and West Delaware have communicated the early dismissal to parents and guardians via social media, citing safety concerns as the primary reason for the schedule change.
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George Foreman laid to rest in Iowa, drawn by a peaceful 1988 visit

George Foreman laid to rest in Iowa, drawn by a peaceful 1988 visit

Boxing legend George Foreman, who passed away in March 2025, chose to be buried in Sioux City, Iowa
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Red Flag Warning Issued for Northeastern Nebraska and Western Iowa

Red Flag Warning Issued for Northeastern Nebraska and Western Iowa

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for parts of northeastern Nebraska and western Iowa, effective from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM CDT on April 18, 2026. This warning is due to a combination of strong northwest winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, and low relative humidity levels dropping to as low as 15 percent. These conditions are conducive to rapid fire spread, making outdoor burning highly inadvisable. The affected areas include Knox, Cedar, Thurston, Antelope, Pierce, Wayne, Boone, Madison, Stanton, Cuming, Burt, Platte, Monona, Colfax, Dodge, Washington, Butler, Saunders, and Seward counties.
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Amazon-Backed X-energy Seeks $800M in IPO Amid Nuclear Power Interest

Amazon-Backed X-energy Seeks $800M in IPO Amid Nuclear Power Interest

Amazon-Backed X-energy Seeks $800M in IPO Amid Nuclear Power Interest
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First new planned US nuclear reactors likely to get government loans, energy chief says

First new planned US nuclear reactors likely to get government loans, energy chief says

By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - The first five or 10 new planned U.S. nuclear reactors will "almost certainly" receive loans from the U.S. Energy Department's lending office, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright told lawmakers in a hearing on Thursday. 
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X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Expansion

X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Expansion

X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Expansion
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Shawnee County Commission Approves Utility-Scale Solar Ordinance, Expanding Clean Energy Opportunities

Shawnee County Commission Approves Utility-Scale Solar Ordinance, Expanding Clean Energy Opportunities

The Shawnee County Commission in Kansas has unanimously voted to approve an ordinance for utility-scale solar projects, moving beyond a previous moratorium. This decision establishes a comprehensive permitting framework aimed at facilitating the development of cleaner and more affordable energy sources. The ordinance is expected to reduce electricity costs, create jobs, and provide tax benefits to county residents. The Sierra Club, along with other local advocacy groups, played a significant role in shaping the ordinance by pushing for amendments that expanded the size limit on solar installations and updated fire codes related to battery energy storage.
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Amazon-backed X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Surge

Amazon-backed X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Surge

Amazon-backed X-energy Files for IPO to Raise Up to $814 Million Amid Nuclear Power Surge
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Severe Storms to Hit Central US with Tornadoes and Hail

Severe Storms to Hit Central US with Tornadoes and Hail

A severe storm outbreak is set to impact the central United States on Friday, following a week of intense weather including tornadoes, hail, and flooding. The central US has already experienced nearly four dozen tornadoes and over 350 hail reports, with some hailstones as large as softballs. The upcoming storms are expected to bring more tornadoes, potentially EF3 or stronger, along with destructive winds and large hail. The greatest threat is centered in western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, eastern Iowa, and northwest Illinois. The storms will stretch from northern Texas to northern Wisconsin, with a Level 3 of 5 risk for severe thunderstorms in several major cities.