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Court lifts moratorium on US federal coal sales
The ruling from a three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is a setback for environmentalists and Democratic lawmakers who...
Supreme Court seems skeptical of power plant ‘good neighbor’ rule
EPA rule to restrict smokestack emissions challenged by three states over costs and effectiveness.
Danish farmers concerned carbon tax will lead to lower production
Denmark could become the first country in the world to levy an emissions tax on farming in bid to reach 2030 target.
All oil and gas permits in B.C. waters are relinquished, say feds
VICTORIA — The federal government says the final offshore oil and gas permits for Canada’s west coast region have been relinquished. Energy and...
First Quantum pursuing arbitration after mine shutdown
Canadian-headquartered company seeking at least $20 billion through in the wake of the closure of its copper mine in Panama.
Energy transition stocks get lots of love from investors, TSX Venture list shows
CALGARY — Canadian-based mining companies that are betting on the global energy transition saw a surge of investor interest in 2023, according to...
EU strikes deal to strengthen air quality standards
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – The European Parliament and EU member states reached a deal late on Tuesday to strengthen air quality standards across the...
Indonesia issues more tax incentives for EV sales
Sales of electric cars could be boosted by lowering and removal of some taxes, as Indonesian government hopes to attract investment for car-making.
Manitoba government points to low inflation rate after fuel-tax cut
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says its fuel-tax cut is helping to keep the inflation rate low, but is not saying how long...
New Jersey gov’s wife, a US Senate candidate, opposes power plant that he could kill
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey’s First Lady Tammy Murphy, who is running for U.S. Senate, said Tuesday she opposes construction of a...
