Today’s Solutions: April 20, 2026

Nope, try again — it’s not California. Don’t feel bad; most people probably thought of the Golden State first, too. But back east, it’s New York that’s busy, trying to prove it doesn’t have to play second fiddle in leading the adoption of renewables. In January, New York’s governor, Andrew Cuomo,announced the launch of a $5 billion fund meant to expedite growth of renewable energy and other “green” initiatives over the next 10 years. According…

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