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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.
Trump’s Energy Dept pick wants to develop renewables… and fossil fuels
Wright advocated for renewable energy and referred to the warming planet as a fact, while still pushing for increased use of fossil fuels.
Trump to end need for some LNG export permit renewals, sources say
Trump plans to end LNG export permit renewals, aiming to boost projects stalled by Biden's restrictions, sources reveal.
Trump USDOT nominee says Tesla safety probe will continue
Trump's DOT nominee pledges to let NHTSA probe Tesla's driver-assist tech after crashes, despite Musk ties to Trump.
