The latest New England stories on topics like climate change and the environment, the economy, health, racial equity, culture and politics — as reported by newsrooms of the New England News Collaborative, a nine-station consortium of the region's top public media organizations.
Batteries, smart thermostats can help New England's grid and make customers some cash
New England utilities and grid operators are working to reduce demand on the grid during times of peak use. In the long run, those efforts could help mitigate how much more infrastructure New England needs to build.
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Coast Guard to delay removing navigational buoys after pushback from marine users
The proposal called for the removal of hundreds of buoys in New England waters, including nearly 150 in the Gulf of Maine. -
Air Force unit suspends use of Sig Sauer pistols after shooting death of airman
The incident has prompted the Air Force's Global Strike Command to pause use of the New Hampshire-made M18 pistol. -
Out-of-this-world, James Beard-nominated ice cream shop arrives in New Haven from San Juan
The co-owner of Vía Láctea explains what drew him to plant-based ice cream — and Connecticut. -
Batteries are playing a bigger role in keeping the lights on during New England heat waves
During June's heat wave, batteries and solar played a major role in keeping power reliable and lowering costs. It's a trend that is expected to continue in the future for the region. -
For blind and low-vision nature lovers, birding is 'by ear'
A New England group joined a national bird count to spread the joy of birding and make it more accessible to everyone.
