ILSR’s Composting for Community research and resources contributed to a first-of-its-kind, interactive guide on composting for oceanic health.
Learn about how distributed power plants lower electric bills and stabilize the grid.
John Farrell shares insights into his time working with ILSR co-founder David Morris, including David's remarkable prescience about the economics of solar power.
A one-stop resource for public power advocates preparing campaigns to take over their electric utility.
In addition to the statewide surcharges, Ohio's Solid Waste Management Districts are authorized to assesses disposal surcharges per ton of material disposed. Hamilton County, comprising...
Minnesota Power's sale would saddle captive utility customers with higher rates, but bring millions to shareholders.
A message to friends and allies reflecting on David's visionary ideas, rigorous thinking, and lasting impact on movements for a just, sustainable, and democratic world.
Utility overspending, not rooftop solar, is driving California’s rising rates – Richard McCann debunks the “cost shift” myth.
In this webinar, climate activist Bill McKibben and a panel of energy experts discuss how powerful monopoly utilities block climate progress.
The Compost and Soil Microscopy Mini-Course introduces the microbial life that exists in healthy soil and the basics of using a microscope and your senses...
This Model Ordinance is a tool local governments can use to create a regulatory landscape that advances the establishment, operations, and achievements of community-based composters.
Ninety-nine percent of the power capacity added in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2025 was renewable.
Energy Democracy Initiative Director John Farrell writes a farewell to Minnesota clean energy champion Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was assassinated in June 2025
Australia leads the world in rooftop solar adoption, offering crucial lessons for regulators and grid operators in the United States.
Watch this webinar recording to hear how researchers and programs are measuring contamination and learn actionable strategies for using data to drive results.