There were several bills proposed during this year's legislative session that had to do with energy and the environment in Indiana. Here's a run-down of some of the bills that passed and failed during this years legislative session.

The U.S. hasnt found a cost-effective way to recycle panels and turbines yet. And that could mean a lot of waste in the next 20 to 30 years as the less efficient ones operating today reach the end of their useful life.

A bill that aims to incentivize Indiana counties to be wind and solar friendly passed the state Senate on Tuesday.

The Muncie City Council has voted down a proposed solar field at a former General Motors plant after debate on whether the project would make enough money for the city.

Solar panels made by formerly incarcerated people in South Bend will soon be available across the country.

Indiana utilities have more influence on politics in the state than you might imagine. Net metering for rooftop solar -- which will be phased down this year -- is a good example.

The Douglass School, named after abolitionist Fredrick Douglass, opened during segregation and eventually merged with an all-white school in the 1950s before closing in 1968.

The Indiana Senate passed a bill that aims to help residents who have homeowner's associations get solar panels.

The Delaware County Commissioners will extend a moratorium on solar energy project applications in the county for a year.