Trump may not like solar, but lots of his voters do

Published on February 6, 2026

This analysis and news roundup come from the Canary Media Weekly newsletter. Sign up to get it every Friday. If your neighbor tells you they’re a Republican who voted for Donald Trump, where do you assume that person stands on solar power? With the president and many state and federal GOP lawmakers attacking the…

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What’s driving up Maine’s energy bills? Natural gas.

February 6, 2026
Natural gas, not solar panels and wind turbines, is the primary driver behind soaring power prices in Maine, according to a new report released this week by the state’s energy department. Mainers pay some of the highest electricity rates in the country — only five states had higher residential prices in November…

From shelter to strength: How disaster refuges protect lives in Palau

February 6, 2026
The small Pacific Ocean island of Palau is helping communities build resilience against the dangers of climate change-driven extreme weather with the establishment of a network of emergency refuges – thanks to support from the United Nations.