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Trumps tasks congressman with writing executive order he could issue to halt offshore wind
The Trump ally believes offshore approvals did not fully account for the fishing industry, tourism, whales or Americans’ utility bills.
Austrian far right, conservatives plan cuts to climate measures
The eurosceptic, Russia-friendly FPO came first in September's parliamentary election with around 29% of the vote.
EU not ready to enforce pollution rules, airlines say
Airlines urge EU to delay pollution rules, citing lack of NEATS system for emissions tracking, risking compliance issues.
Trump’s Interior Department nominee says boosting energy key to US security
Doug Burgum will vigorously pursue Trump’s goals of maximizing energy production from America’s public lands and waters.
Nepal’s top court bars infrastructure in protected areas
After decades of rampant logging, Nepal also nearly doubled its forest cover between 1992 and 2016.
US announces nearly $23 billion in loans to energy utilities across 12 states
The financing will come through the energy infrastructure reinvestment program at the department's Loan Programs Office.
Column: China response key to crude oil after new sanctions on Russia
China may cut crude imports and tap inventories as U.S. sanctions on Russian oil disrupt supply, pressuring global prices.
Hawaii lawmakers vow to stabilize property insurance market as climate change fuels higher premiums
Wildfires in California affect the insurance business in Hawaii because insurance companies buy reinsurance — insurance for themselves.
