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Gas plant permits still include EPA’s carbon rules
But how they do so varies from state to state.
State and city attorneys urge Congress to not block climate lawsuits
Republican legislation would grant the oil and gas industry immunity from litigation that seeks compensation for the costs of climate change.
New Mexico governor’s race may hinge on oil and gas
Deb Haaland, the Interior secretary under former President Joe Biden, is set to face Republican nominee Gregg Hull in November.
Bipartisan bill would push DOE on weatherization grants
The Department of Energy would have to distribute funding for state energy and weatherization programs on a set timeline.
Paris court gives TotalEnergies 6 months to tighten its climate policies
The decision fell short of requests from climate organizations who brought the lawsuit to force the company to reduce its oil and gas production.
Big Oil’s campaign to stop EU methane restrictions is working
Almost half of the 27 EU member states now support delaying the rules.
France’s record heat wave burns Le Pen’s National Rally
The far right’s calls for more air conditioning aren’t resonating with most voters.
Vietnam to start carbon market emissions trading next week
The emissions quota trading on the pilot market will cover thermal power plants, steelmakers and cement producers.
How a ‘super’ El Niño could disrupt renewable energy
Solar power may drop in places like California and southeastern China, while hydropower dries up in the U.S. Pacific Northwest and southern Africa.
He accused California insurers of overseeing a fiery war zone. Now, he might regulate them.
State Sen. Ben Allen will face fellow Democrat Jane Kim in the November race for insurance commissioner.
Tech heavyweight Oracle challenges Wisconsin data center rules
The software company opposes a new regulation that would force large energy users to post financial commitments if their credit ratings are below a specified level.
Oil and gas activity picks up despite Iran uncertainty, Dallas Fed says
Industry executives complained that the administration's frenetic approach to the war in Iran made it difficult to make long-term business decisions.
More Americans are moving away from flood risk than toward it
A new analysis found that U.S. counties with high flood risk lost a net 63,357 residents from mid-2024 to mid-2025.
11 countries demand 3-year delay to EU’s landmark methane rules
The EU Methane Regulation will introduce new obligations in January requiring oil and gas firms to monitor, report and verify emissions of methane.
EU countries want oil exploration to be classed as green investment
The proposed changes could see oil giants like TotalEnergies showing up in sustainable investment funds.
40 mayors worldwide endorse a pact to shape data center development
The pact focuses on choosing sites, clean energy, affordability and community engagement.
In visit to Capitol, Olympians push for climate change solutions
“Protect Our Winters,” an athlete-driven environmental group, sent a coalition to Washington to meet with lawmakers Tuesday and Wednesday.
Congress expands disaster aid, as Trump seeks to limit it
The measure passed by both chambers this week would send billions of dollars to lower-income communities reeling from catastrophes.
New York weakened its climate law. Now comes the hard part.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has more time to make difficult decisions about reducing emissions, but the state’s energy battles are far from settled.
Mamdani issues heat protections for NYC workers
The mayor ordered city offices to draft requirements for ensuring the safety of municipal workers in high temperatures.