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Affordable housing also means affordable energy bills

Flathead Habitat for Humanity is helping solve the affordable housing crisis by building affordable, well-insulated and electrified homes. At the same time, it is helping solve the climate crisis by taking advantage of our clean electricity. We invite you to spend a fun and rewarding day at a home-building job site. Please consider volunteering today and become part of the solution.

Solar panels that look like bricks turn homes into power generators

The photovoltaic system from Mitrex can be designed to match almost any facade

Gov. Gianforte announces Montana will not participate in (the Global) ‘30 By 30’ initiative

Governor Greg Gianforte announced Montana will not participate in President Joe Biden’s “30 By 30” initiative to conserve 30 percent of America’s lands and waters by 2030.

New tourism study reveals Montanans worry about overcrowding

For the last 30 years, the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research has asked questions around the state.

On the list, is the state becoming overcrowded because of tourism? Is it impacting your quality of life?

And for the first time – a troubling twist..

NorthWestern Energy committed to reliable, affordable and environmentally sustainable energy service

NorthWestern Energy continues to add renewable energy resources to our portfolio.

Public hearing for PACE energy-efficient financing program in Cascade County set for March 22

County Commissioner Joe Briggs explained during the work session that organizations can get loans for energy-efficiency projects and expansions that include energy efficiency. He said that the debt is paid through the Montana Facilities Finance Authority and that the county would collect it through property taxes.

Study puts part of the blame for housing crisis on Bozeman and Missoula’s zoning codes

The study alleges Bozeman and Missoula are the “least welcoming” cities to multi-family housing.

Searching for Ways to Limit Induced Demand in a Car-Loving Society

Reducing congestion and its problems of pollution and carbon emissions won’t be easy or cheap. But transportation experts continue to search for answers.

How States Can Bring Distressed Places the Jobs They Need

State governments and governors should follow three principles to most cost-effectively promote job creation in distressed areas.

The Case for More Backyard Bodegas and Sidewalk Salons

We used to allow homeowners to operate commercial businesses on their property. By and large, it worked. We can do it again. Say hello to “accessory commercial units.”