Focus on Govt of USA
US awards $3 billion for EV battery production in 14 states
The grants announced Friday mark the second round of EV battery funding under the bipartisan infrastructure law approved in 2021.
US generated fewer renewable blending credits in August, EPA says
About 1.32 billion ethanol (D6) blending credits were generated last month, compared to about 1.33 billion in June, the data showed.
Quebec won’t fund graphite mine project tied to Pentagon; locals claim ‘victory’
Provincial government rejects company's proposal for graphite mine after residents raise concerns over 'social acceptability' of the mineral's usage.
US nuclear repository is among federally owned spots identified for renewable energy projects
The U.S. Energy Department plans to lease land at New Mexico's nuclear waste site for solar energy with NextEra Energy.
Trump stalks global climate talks as COP29 draws near
Other countries 'holding back' on financial commitments at preliminary talks for COP29, given lack of certainty over Trump and Harris showdown.
Former drilling foe Harris now says she supports it
Vice President Kamala Harris said the Biden-Harris administration has overseen “the largest increase in domestic oil production.″
US House passes bill targeting China that would limit EV tax credits
The House voted 217-192 to tighten rules limiting Chinese content in EVs eligible for U.S. tax credits; Senate yet to act.
Opinion: Oil and gas communities are a weak spot in America’s climate and economic policies
Noah Kaufman: The economies of oil- and gas-dependent towns face a unique threat from global efforts to address the risks of climate change,...
Utilities rely on dirty ‘peaker’ plants when power demand surges, but there are alternatives
Utilities often use polluting "peaker" plants to meet high electricity demand, but cleaner alternatives like battery storage and demand response can help reduce...
