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Pushing Renewable Energy on a Tight Budget

It’s renewable energy lobby week at the Capitol, and as Erika Aguilar of KUT News reports, the budget shortfall — though sure to dampen hopes for some legislation — isn't keeping advocates from pushing for a number of energy programs.

by Erika Aguilar, KUT News

Cows graze near wind turbines at an Iberdrola Renewables wind farm along the Texas coast.
Credit: Eddie Seal

It’s renewable energy lobby week at the Capitol, and as Erika Aguilar of KUT News reports, the budget shortfall — though sure to dampen hopes for some legislation — isn't keeping advocates from pushing for a number of energy programs.

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Erika Aguilar

KUT NEWS