May 29, 2020

Renewables edge out coal … for the first time in 135 years

In 2019, coal-based energy use fell 15%, while renewable energy — such as from solar and wind — grew 1%. Mario Tama/Getty Images

In 2019, Americans used more renewable energy than coal. The White House's executive order on social media platforms. Tenants owe rent, and landlords owe mortgages. And, why leaders look to infrastructure spending in recessions.

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The U.S. consumed more renewable energy than coal in 2019

by Nova Safo

May 29, 2020

It's the first time that's happened since 1885.

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As some tenants struggle to pay rent, landlords try to manage mortgage payments

by Sonia Paul

May 29, 2020

Some tenants and landlords are working out payment plans but wonder how long they can hold out.

A sign in an apartment window calling for a rent freeze in early May.

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Why leaders look to infrastructure spending in recessions

by David Brancaccio , Rose Conlon and Erika Soderstrom

May 29, 2020

The pitch for infrastructure projects recalls Depression-era investment in roads and bridges.

The on-ramp to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco was built as part of the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression.

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Tom Sawyer Rush

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David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Jay Siebold Technical Director

Brian Allison Engineer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

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