Energy
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New York could become first state to ban natural gas hook-ups
The judge refused to dismiss the case, however, saying the plaintiffs have standing to sue over the restrictions.
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Trump blasts windmills in EU trade talks: 'We will not allow a windmill to be built' in US
“They’re killing us. They’re killing the beauty of our scenery, our valleys, our beautiful plains,” President Trump said
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Facing fuel shortages, California seeks a buyer for a retiring refinery to increase production
With a second refinery closing and possibly more to follow, Newsom may be forced to consider the possibility that petroleum might not be as dispensable or easily replaceable as he thought.
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Climate superfunds in N.Y., Vermont will harm consumers even if courts nix them, experts say
Vermont and New York passed “climate superfund” laws, which levy billions in fines against oil companies for legal products, and now other progressive blue states are considering them. The laws face legal challenges, but however courts decide, consumers will pay the costs, experts say.
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Electric bills could increase as Entergy pursues major grid projects
As previously reported, ratepayers will be responsible for $470 million in upgrades to serve the Meta facility.
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Trump blocked Biden-era plan to remove Snake River dams, and he may have prevented an eco-disaster
If the experiences of those in northern California living along the Klamath River are any indication, Trump is right that a dam-removal project on the Snake River would cause serious and lasting impacts.
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U.S. gas prices expected to rise amid Middle East conflicts
GasBuddy noted that nation's average price of gasoline increased for the first time since May, climbing 1.1 cents compared to a week ago. GasBuddy said the U.S. average stands at $3.08 per gallon.
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Congress repealed the mandate and sales are weak, but California determined to get drivers in EVs
California joined blue states in suing the Trump administration over its repeal of the federal waiver allowing California and over a dozen other states to mandate EVs. Even if the court sides with the plaintiffs, proponents of the mandates will have to convince consumers to get onboard.
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WA’s carbon allowance costs up; critics assail Ecology's 'dishonest' take on gas prices
Under the Climate Commitment Act of 2021, emitters must obtain “emissions allowances” equal to their covered greenhouse gas emissions at quarterly auctions hosted by the Department of Ecology.
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Report: Regional power grid prepared for hotter, wetter summer
The reports show, said PUC’s press release, that utilities and PJM have made extensive preparations to meet expected summer electricity demands, including system upgrades, emergency response planning, and coordination with regional partners.
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After Trump signs bill overturning CA gas car ban, Newsom signs order reaffirming ban
California Republicans say this standard is unrealistic and that the infrastructure — and funding — do not exist to meet the governor’s standards.
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Associated Press presents EPA proposal to repeal Biden power plant rules as denying climate change
The proposal states that “emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants do not contribute significantly to dangerous air pollution.’’ Experts the Associated Press quoted appear to believe this states "emissions have no impact on climate."
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Energy bill could reshape next quarter century, save $15B
The bill would “eliminate the interim date for carbon reduction by certain electric public utilities.”