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US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Trump seeks to boost US nuclear power, roll back regulations

Trump's new executive orders aim to expedite the growth of the U.S. nuclear energy sector by reducing regulatory barriers.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Trump signs executive orders to spur US nuclear energy renaissance'

Trump's executive orders aim to revitalize nuclear energy to meet growing electricity demands, particularly for AI industries.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Trump seeks to boost US nuclear power, roll back regulations

Trump's new executive orders aim to expedite the growth of the U.S. nuclear energy sector by reducing regulatory barriers.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Trump signs executive orders to spur US nuclear energy renaissance'

Trump's executive orders aim to revitalize nuclear energy to meet growing electricity demands, particularly for AI industries.
#canadian-politics
Canada news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

First Nations Worry Canada's Push to Be an "Energy Superpower" Will Harm Them

Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to transform the Canadian economy while addressing Indigenous rights amid rising nationalism and economic independence from the U.S.
fromwww.cbc.ca
13 hours ago
Canada news

'Energy is Canada's power': New federal energy minister touts past Alberta oilpatch ties | CBC News

Canada news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

First Nations Worry Canada's Push to Be an "Energy Superpower" Will Harm Them

Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to transform the Canadian economy while addressing Indigenous rights amid rising nationalism and economic independence from the U.S.
fromwww.cbc.ca
13 hours ago
Canada news

'Energy is Canada's power': New federal energy minister touts past Alberta oilpatch ties | CBC News

#renewable-energy
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A wind project is stalled in New York. Experts worry about impacts across the U.S.

U.S. halts Empire Wind 1 offshore project, escalating opposition to offshore wind initiatives.
Startup companies
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Clean-Energy Boom Could Be Built on Oil and Gas Technology

Geothermal energy in the U.S. is underutilized but holds immense potential for future growth and renewable energy supply.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

How Donald Trump blew the offshore wind industry off course

The US offshore wind sector is facing significant challenges due to Trump's administration, risking billions in investments.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How Donald Trump's climate cuts will cost Americans DW 03/18/2025

Trump's first day back in the White House marked significant rollbacks in climate policy and clean energy initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump's Tariffs Could Threaten His Energy Dominance' Agenda

Trump's tariffs threaten energy costs and global supply chains, affecting both fossil fuel and renewable energy sectors.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A wind project is stalled in New York. Experts worry about impacts across the U.S.

U.S. halts Empire Wind 1 offshore project, escalating opposition to offshore wind initiatives.
Startup companies
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Clean-Energy Boom Could Be Built on Oil and Gas Technology

Geothermal energy in the U.S. is underutilized but holds immense potential for future growth and renewable energy supply.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

How Donald Trump blew the offshore wind industry off course

The US offshore wind sector is facing significant challenges due to Trump's administration, risking billions in investments.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How Donald Trump's climate cuts will cost Americans DW 03/18/2025

Trump's first day back in the White House marked significant rollbacks in climate policy and clean energy initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump's Tariffs Could Threaten His Energy Dominance' Agenda

Trump's tariffs threaten energy costs and global supply chains, affecting both fossil fuel and renewable energy sectors.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
19 hours ago

Trump Moves to Gut Low-Income Energy Assistance as Summer Heat Descends and Electricity Prices Rise - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

It is alarming that nearly one in four Americans report being unable to pay their full energy bill for at least one month.
SF politics
#germany
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
23 hours ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Merz strongly condemned the anti-Semitic shooting in Washington, while Germany shifts policy to embrace nuclear power for climate goals.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German refinery's plight prompts calls for return of Russian oil

Calls to resume Russian oil deliveries to Germany's PCK refinery grow amid operational challenges.
Local leaders express hope for renewed oil flow as geopolitical relations shift.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

DOE redirects $365 million from Puerto Rico's solar projects to oil-dependent power grid

That money was spring loaded to flow now, said Javier Rúa Jovet, public policy director for Puerto Rico's Solar and Energy Storage Association. He and others criticized the move.
NYC politics
#republican-party
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

House Republicans just gutted the IRA. What happened to all the supposed holdouts?

The House passed a budget bill that undermines the Inflation Reduction Act, causing concern for job losses and increased energy costs.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Republicans face a crucial stretch this week as they aim to deliver on Trump's agenda

House Republicans are working to finalize a comprehensive bill that addresses tax, immigration, and energy reforms, with a strict timeline in place.
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

House Republicans just gutted the IRA. What happened to all the supposed holdouts?

The House passed a budget bill that undermines the Inflation Reduction Act, causing concern for job losses and increased energy costs.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Republicans face a crucial stretch this week as they aim to deliver on Trump's agenda

House Republicans are working to finalize a comprehensive bill that addresses tax, immigration, and energy reforms, with a strict timeline in place.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Feds back GOP states in climate case alleging BlackRock, other fund giants conspired to lower coal output

This case is about precisely the sort of conduct, including concerted efforts to reduce output, which have long been condemned under the antitrust laws.
Black Lives Matter
NYC politics
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Op-ed | The power to illuminate: Why modernizing New York's electric grid is a matter of survival QNS

Senator Sanders emphasizes the urgent need to modernize the electric grid to prevent crises, particularly in vulnerable areas like Southeast Queens.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

Ofgem urged to draw up a 'crisis plan' ready for the RTS switch off - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

We've heard nothing from industry about which of those scenarios might happen with the RTS switch-off, and it could be a combination of different issues.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Trump admin lifts hold on offshore wind farm, doesn't explain why

Construction of Empire Wind has resumed, but reasons for the hold and its end remain unclear.
Portland food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

PG&E plans to reopen lithium battery plant near Monterey County site burned in toxic fire

PG&E plans to reactivate a battery storage facility despite local concerns over safety and transparency following a major fire incident.
#clean-energy
#net-zero
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

How the political consensus on climate change has shattered

Political consensus over the UK's net zero commitment has dissolved, creating divisions among parties regarding climate policy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Labour defends net-zero policies after Blair criticism

Tony Blair calls for a rethink on climate policies, asserting current strategies on fossil fuels are doomed to fail.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

How the political consensus on climate change has shattered

Political consensus over the UK's net zero commitment has dissolved, creating divisions among parties regarding climate policy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Labour defends net-zero policies after Blair criticism

Tony Blair calls for a rethink on climate policies, asserting current strategies on fossil fuels are doomed to fail.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Trump administration announces 'illegal' rollback of energy and water efficiency standards

The US Energy Department is rolling back appliance efficiency standards, raising legal and consumer concerns.
#trump-administration
Washington DC
fromwww.twincities.com
2 weeks ago

15 states sue over Trump's move to fast-track oil and gas projects via his energy emergency' order

A coalition of 15 states is suing the Trump administration over energy expansion measures bypassing environmental laws and threatening endangered species.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Interior Department to Fast-Track Oil, Gas and Mining Projects

The Interior Department will fast-track energy project approvals, drastically cutting environmental reviews amid an energy emergency.
Washington DC
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Trump's wind energy freeze is so much hot air, say 17 states

The Trump administration's executive order threatens wind energy project approvals, provoking a lawsuit from 17 states and DC.
Washington DC
fromwww.twincities.com
2 weeks ago

15 states sue over Trump's move to fast-track oil and gas projects via his energy emergency' order

A coalition of 15 states is suing the Trump administration over energy expansion measures bypassing environmental laws and threatening endangered species.
Environment
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

How Trump 2.0 Overturned Years of Climate Progress in 100 Days

Trump's approval rating has hit a historic low, influenced by drastic policy shifts affecting climate initiatives.
US politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Trump promised to slash energy prices. 100 days in, they're up-and expected to keep rising

Trump's energy policies have led to rising energy prices, despite promises to lower them.
Energy and electricity prices have increased in Trump's second term, contrary to campaign pledges.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Interior Department to Fast-Track Oil, Gas and Mining Projects

The Interior Department will fast-track energy project approvals, drastically cutting environmental reviews amid an energy emergency.
Washington DC
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Trump's wind energy freeze is so much hot air, say 17 states

The Trump administration's executive order threatens wind energy project approvals, provoking a lawsuit from 17 states and DC.
#california
California
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Expert says California gas prices could go to $8 a gallon or higher

California faces a potential gas price crisis with possible costs exceeding $8 per gallon due to refinery closures.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

US, Ukraine can immediately begin capitalizing on mineral deal through natural gas sales: Kyiv's energy minister

The US-Ukraine minerals deal will enhance energy collaboration and support Europe in reducing dependence on Russian energy.
#russia
#nuclear-power
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Early vote count favors Australia's government being reelected for a second term

Early votes suggest Australia may return the ruling Labor Party for a second term. With 70 seats projected for Labor, the competition remains close.
US news
#climate-change
US politics
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Trump's Policies Are Creating Uncertainty for Fossil Fuel Companies

New regulations favor extractive industries over renewable projects, raising uncertainties for fossil fuel producers.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Hawaii Announced a Climate Lawsuit. So the Government Sued Hawaii First.

Hawaii intends to sue fossil fuel companies for climate change damages; federal intervention has already begun to block these lawsuits.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Environmentalists Are Rethinking Nuclear. Should They?

Nuclear power is being reexamined as a solution for climate change fourteen years after the Fukushima disaster.
US politics
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Trump's Policies Are Creating Uncertainty for Fossil Fuel Companies

New regulations favor extractive industries over renewable projects, raising uncertainties for fossil fuel producers.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Hawaii Announced a Climate Lawsuit. So the Government Sued Hawaii First.

Hawaii intends to sue fossil fuel companies for climate change damages; federal intervention has already begun to block these lawsuits.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Environmentalists Are Rethinking Nuclear. Should They?

Nuclear power is being reexamined as a solution for climate change fourteen years after the Fukushima disaster.
Environment
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

DOJ drags New York, 3 other states, to court over climate plans conflicting with Trump's energy agenda

DOJ lawsuits against states challenge their climate actions as conflicting with federal energy dominance and regulations.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Fight intensifies over bill by former Edison executive to gut rooftop solar credits

Calderon stated that she introduced AB 942 to address concerns about energy credits for rooftop solar owners, admitting that a significant majority benefited from these incentives.
Silicon Valley real estate
#human-rights
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Great British Energy will not use solar panels linked to Chinese slave labour

The UK energy company will ban investments in solar projects linked to Chinese slave labor after pressure from MPs.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Great British Energy will not use solar panels linked to Chinese slave labour

The UK energy company will ban investments in solar projects linked to Chinese slave labor after pressure from MPs.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Trump wants to ramp up coal power-but it won't actually save you money

Utilities are increasingly choosing cheaper and more reliable energy sources over coal.
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

Trump Tariffs Are Already Threatening America's Golden Era' of Oil

Liberty Energy's first quarter earnings reflected a significant decrease in profits, with the impact of potential tariffs looming over the oil industry, signaling a turbulent future.
US politics
Environment
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Donald Trump Wants to Save the Coal Industry. He's Too Late

Utilities are reconsidering coal plant retirements due to rising demand from data centers, but long-term viability remains questionable.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

U.S. Revives Talks With Saudi Arabia on Transfer of Nuclear Technology

The Trump administration is reviving negotiations with Saudi Arabia on nuclear technology access, aiming to develop its nuclear power industry.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Unsafe for Russia to restart Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, says Ukraine energy chief

Restarting Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is extremely unsafe for Russia without addressing critical safety issues.
It could take Ukraine up to two years to safely regain control of the plant.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Coal Plant Ranked as Nation's Dirtiest Asks for Pollution Exemption

Colstrip power plant seeks exemption from stricter pollution limits, risking health for economic stability.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Burying Austin's power lines would cost $50 billion (and is pretty much impossible) - Austin Monitor

The city commissioned a study after 2023 blackouts left hundreds of thousands without power, revealing burying Austin's power lines would cost $50 billion and pose environmental challenges.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Martin Lewis slams abominable' Scottish Power as he makes energy bill plea to MPs

Martin Lewis, discussing back-billing by energy firms, criticized ambiguous rules that enable unreasonable billing practices, urging MPs to ensure stricter regulations and enforcement to protect consumers.
UK politics
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