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Commonwealth plans world’s first grid-scale fusion power plant in Virginia
Commonwealth Fusion Systems plans to build the world's first grid-scale fusion power plant in Virginia, aiming for 2030 power generation.
Biden administration releases LNG export study, urging caution on new permits
The Biden administration's study on LNG exports warns of increased emissions and potential price hikes, advocating for cautious permitting.
Canada pushes out target for net-zero electricity grid by 15 years
Canada's Clean Electricity Regulations now target a net-zero grid by 2050, shifting from a 2035 goal amid industry concerns.
California’s Pacific Gas & Electric could receive $15B in federal loans to modernize its power grid
PG&E could secure up to $15 billion in federal loans for power grid modernization and clean energy projects across California.
US funding bill to include plan to allow year-round E15 gasoline sales, sources say
The U.S. government funding bill will allow year-round sales of E15 gasoline, boosting demand for ethanol amid industry lobbying.
Quebec adopts rule banning sale of most new gas-powered vehicles by 2035
Quebec bans sales of most new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, aiming to electrify transportation and reduce emissions.
US watchdog finalizes new rule on solar panel, home equity loans
The new rules aim to protect borrowers financing solar panels through property taxes, countering deceptive lending practices.
Spanish region approves mandatory wind turbine upgrade, sparking industry outcry
Galicia mandates replacement of wind turbines after 25 years, sparking backlash from the renewables industry over legal uncertainties.
US government agencies fail to meet fleet EV targets, GAO report says
U.S. government agencies failed to meet government fleet electric vehicle purchase targets, a Government Accountability Office report released Tuesday said.
Scottish govt delays passenger trains decarbonization target by a decade to 2045
The Scottish government has delayed its target for decarbonising passenger trains from 2035 to 2045 due to budget constraints.
