Focus on Courts
Key climate rules issued with Supreme Court decision in mind, Podesta says
Chevron ruling fallout was anticipated when drafting Clean Air Act and other climate regulations, says Biden official.
Ohio joins California climate plan opponents in US Supreme Court plea
The plan's opponents have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn waivers enabling California's stricter vehicle emissions limits, challenging the state's unique authority...
Environmental groups, Florida regulators settle lawsuit over 2021 leak of polluted waters
The settlement mandates a Clean Water Act permit and $75,000 for water quality monitoring, ensuring future oversight and accountability.
Talen asks US regulators to reject challenge to Amazon data center deal
The deal is being opposed by a group of electric utilities that say the agreement could raise power bills for the general public.
Germany gives apartment-dwellers legal right to solar power
Germany has passed legal amendments allowing apartment owners and tenants to install solar systems on their balconies.
Brazil sues Syngenta for alleged environmental damage
Brazil's suit alleges Syngenta produced and sold pesticides using much higher concentrations of a carcinogen than allowed under law.
Intense fires burn in Brazil as court mandates return of striking environmental workers
The decision was made as intense fires burn in Brazil's Pantanal wetlands and with the oil industry hampered by the lack of licensing...
Industry groups target California’s electric car targets in Supreme Court showdown
Energy companies, corn growers and industry associations have long opposed strong environmental rules in California.
Venezuelan opposition gets US court boost in dispute over Citgo-backed bonds
The bonds had been issued under President Maduro, but opponents said the National Assembly never approved using Citgo as collateral.
Fisker seeks judge’s approval to sell Ocean EVs at $14,000 per SUV
Following the judge's nod, Fisker will be able to offload 3,321 EVs to New York-based American Lease for $46.25 million.
