Focus on Regulations
US Supreme Court may limit federal environmental reviews, lessening scrutiny of projects’ climate impacts
Should bureaucrats be required to think through the extended effects of decisions like approving an offshore wind farm?
Ottawa is set to spend more than $1 billion on growing N.B.’s clean electricity grid
Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says Ottawa will spend more than $1 billion on growing New Brunswick's clean electricity grid.
Jet zero? Why net zero in aviation can’t get off the ground
Jet zero councils strive for aviation sustainability but risk failure due to incremental goals, industry bias, and limited innovation.
Collaboration on steel and cement emissions standards is crucial for global markets
For industry, interoperable standards can provide a common language to facilitate global markets and help accelerate the energy transition.
Indonesia phasing out coal by 2040 requires ramping up renewables
Ember: By increasing renewables share to 65% in the power mix by 2040, and retiring 3 GW of coal annually, Indonesia may reach...
Alberta releases new rules and no-go zones on wind and solar projects
Alberta has released new wind and solar development rules it says are needed to protect the environment, food security and the province's scenery.
New Mexico seeks record $47.8M fine for excess air pollution by natural gas processor
New Mexico fines Targa Resources $47.8M for alleged air pollution, issuing cease order at gas plant near Texas border.
Chevron CEO says no discussions with President-elect Trump on Venezuela
Chevron maintains operations in Venezuela, aligning with U.S. policy; CEO Wirth notes Russian and Chinese firms could replace them if they exit.
Closely-watched international climate case in the Hague wraps up its first week of testimony
International climate case at UN court debates obligations to combat climate change, aid vulnerable nations, and cut emissions.
As climate focus shifts to states, US East Coast partnership offers model for multi-state collaboration
A trailblazing 11-state regional greenhouse gas partnership on the U.S. East Coast is considering possible changes or expansion.
