Who benefits from renewable energy subsidies? In Texas, it’s often fossil fuel companies
Commentary: While subsidies might lead some energy companies to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, they also can allow them to continue polluting from existing fossil fuel assets while collecting the subsidy benefits.
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New SAWS rate structure could lower water bills for up to 83% of residents
Most of SAWS’ residential customers could see a reduction in their water bills next year if a proposed new rate structure is adopted.
UTSA professor to help decode James Webb Space Telescope images
UTSA astrophysics professor Chris Packham is part of a collaboration of scientists granted coveted access to the James Webb Space Telescope.
Once criticized for using an intern, CPS Energy hires first full time meteorologist
After nearly 20 years working as a TV meteorologist, San Antonio native Brian Alonzo has been named CPS Energy’s new chief meteorologist.
Summer sticker shock: Here’s how to make sense of your rising CPS Energy bill
The San Antonio Report dissected a CPS Energy bill so customers can see exactly where costs are rising on their own bills.
Mayor points finger at gas suppliers for higher summer electric bills
With San Antonio in the grips of its hottest summer on record, CPS Energy customers’ bills are up roughly 30% year over year.
‘A green solution to a green problem’: Manmade wetlands get green light at Mitchell Lake
SAWS staff have deemed a pilot wetlands project successful and are readying to implement the strategy across Mitchell Lake’s southern banks.
Conservation group lists monarchs as endangered, but designation includes no protections
“The term ‘endangered’ captures people’s attention, but it doesn’t mean what people think it does,” said Ross Winton of Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Heat risk and young athletes – rising temperatures lead to lawsuits and environmental injustice
Commentary: With summer temperatures rising, youth sports leagues and schools will need to update their practice rules and heat policies to keep their players safe.
It’s time for Texas to go big on nuclear energy
Texas needs to rise to the challenge of a modernized energy grid, and that means prioritizing nuclear energy.
River Authority: Bird rookery contributes to poor water quality in Brackenridge Park
San Antonio River water quality from near Joske’s Pavilion has suffered in recent years, and scientists believe the birds could be a reason.
Natural Bridge Caverns’ new tour includes area previously off-limits to guests
Later this month, Natural Bridge Caverns will launch a new introductory level adventure tour for its guests.
‘Every kilowatt hour counts today’: San Antonio asked to conserve on summer’s hottest day so far
By 2:30 p.m. Monday, ERCOT reported dwindling power reserves; the grid operator asked Texans statewide to conserve power.
