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Trump vows to pull back climate law’s unspent dollars
6 September 2024 at 03:48

Trump vows to pull back climate law’s unspent dollars

By: By Kelsey Tamborrino

6 September 2024 at 03:48

The former president also pledged to establish a government efficiency commission floated by Tesla’s Elon Musk, who he suggested could lead the commission.

Former President Donald Trump did not specify which IRA programs he would target.

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Biden administration weighs price support for US critical minerals amid Chinese pressure
30 August 2024 at 06:30

Biden administration weighs price support for US critical minerals amid Chinese pressure

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By James Bikales

30 August 2024 at 06:30

The effort comes in response to delays and cancellations of many U.S. minerals processing projects.

President Joe Biden's efforts to boost domestic production of minerals have been challenged by China's stranglehold on the industry.

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Wealthier homeowners nab billions in tax credits for energy efficiency
28 August 2024 at 22:00

Wealthier homeowners nab billions in tax credits for energy efficiency

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Thomas Frank

28 August 2024 at 22:00

IRS data shows a huge disparity between rich and poor in a major Biden climate effort.

Nicholas Hartnett, owner of Pure Power Solar, secures a panel as his company installs a solar array last year on the roof of a home in Frankfort, Kentucky.

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UN chief calls rising seas a ‘worldwide catastrophe’
27 August 2024 at 08:09

UN chief calls rising seas a ‘worldwide catastrophe’

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Associated Press

27 August 2024 at 08:09

He sees Pacific paradises as especially vulnerable.

The rate of global sea level rise is now the fastest it has been in 3,000 years, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres said.

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Republican fight over green subsidies heads toward a boiling point
25 August 2024 at 19:00

Republican fight over green subsidies heads toward a boiling point

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Emma Dumain and Kelsey Brugger

25 August 2024 at 19:00

The party's leaders may soon have to decide whether to preserve at least parts of the Democrats' climate law.

House Speaker Mike Johnson has not been outspoken about climate change issues.

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‘We don't want to sabotage her’: Why green groups are going easy on Harris
24 August 2024 at 05:00

‘We don't want to sabotage her’: Why green groups are going easy on Harris

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Zack Colman

24 August 2024 at 05:00

Environmental groups that put Joe Biden's climate initiatives under a microscope aren't giving the Democratic nominee's positions the same scrutiny.

Environmental activists are strong backers of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign despite a lack of detailed policy plans because they fear GOP nominee Donald Trump would set back U.S. efforts to combat climate change.

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Biden-Harris climate law set off a green bonanza in Walz’s Minnesota
21 August 2024 at 22:00

Biden-Harris climate law set off a green bonanza in Walz’s Minnesota

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Josh Siegel， Catherine Morehouse and Kelsey Tamborrino

21 August 2024 at 22:00

President Joe Biden’s signing of the Inflation Reduction Act triggered a “race across states” for its hundreds of billions of dollars. And Walz swung into action.

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris introduces her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, during a campaign event in Philadelphia on Aug. 6.

The steel plant that saved Vance's family from poverty is getting $500M from Biden. One worker says that ‘doesn't really change anything’

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Scott Waldman

21 August 2024 at 22:00

The Biden administration grant aims to transform the mill from one of the dirtiest in the country to one of the cleanest.

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Wind developers bid $93M for mid-Atlantic — blowing off Trump 2.0 threat
15 August 2024 at 05:44

Wind developers bid $93M for mid-Atlantic — blowing off Trump 2.0 threat

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Kelsey Tamborrino

15 August 2024 at 05:44

The offshore wind industry has struggled, but Wednesday’s auction shows there’s still solid interest from the industry — even with Trump seeking the White House.

White House National Climate Adviser Ali Zaidi said the lease sale reflects “forward momentum” for U.S. clean energy.

States scramble to replace gas tax cash

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Adam Aton

14 August 2024 at 17:00

Thirteen states give drivers an incentive to buy an electric vehicle — before charging them extra for it.

Now, the rise of electric vehicles threatens to make the gas tax obsolete everywhere.

Politico | Energy & Environment
Never mind Trump’s new rhetoric — he’s still gunning for EVs
13 August 2024 at 17:00

Never mind Trump’s new rhetoric — he’s still gunning for EVs

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By James Bikales and Josh Siegel

13 August 2024 at 17:00

Trump’s recent change in tone reflects a softening in rhetoric about EVs on the campaign trail.

Former President Donald Trump has praised electric vehicles before, including when he inspected an all-electric pickup truck at the White House in 2020.

Politico | Energy & Environment
Musk might be the only person Trump listens to on climate
13 August 2024 at 00:16

Musk might be the only person Trump listens to on climate

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Corbin Hiar and Chelsea Harvey

13 August 2024 at 00:16

The billionaire Tesla CEO has Trump’s ear. Here’s what he might tell the former president about rising temperatures, clean energy and making money.

Elon Musk is increasingly positioned to influence former President Donald Trump on energy and environmental policy.

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This environmental agenda sets Harris apart from Biden — and is bringing attacks from the GOP
11 August 2024 at 22:04

This environmental agenda sets Harris apart from Biden — and is bringing attacks from the GOP

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Thomas Frank， Zack Colman， Annie Snider and Alex Guillén

11 August 2024 at 22:04

Despite facing some hesitancy among green groups in her home state, the vice president has embraced the cause since her time as San Francisco district attorney.

Vice President Kamala Harris tours electric school buses with senior adviser Mitch Landrieu and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan.

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Climate cash pours into election swing region. Will it help Harris?
10 August 2024 at 19:00

Climate cash pours into election swing region. Will it help Harris?

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Benjamin Storrow

10 August 2024 at 19:00

An area near Pittsburgh is being recast into a clean energy hub by IRA cash. It’s a test of whether climate policies can help Democrats beat Trump.

A view of Eos’ automated production line in Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania.

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US oil output notches fresh record in August
8 August 2024 at 04:55

US oil output notches fresh record in August

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Ben Lefebvre

8 August 2024 at 04:55

U.S. oil production set an annual record peak in 2023 that is likely to be broken this year.

For now, the data indicates that oil companies have gotten more efficient at pumping oil even as the number of drilling rigs in operation has fallen compared with last year.

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How the landmark climate law hobbled Joe Manchin
6 August 2024 at 17:00

How the landmark climate law hobbled Joe Manchin

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Kelsey Brugger

6 August 2024 at 17:00

The Inflation Reduction Act is reaping benefits in his home state of West Virginia, but the senator is getting little love for his efforts.

Sen. Joe Manchin saw his favorability ratings plummet after passage of the Inflation Reduction Act.

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‘No big plan B’: A global anti-Trump climate resistance struggles to gain ground
3 August 2024 at 19:00

‘No big plan B’: A global anti-Trump climate resistance struggles to gain ground

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Karl Mathiesen and Zack Colman

3 August 2024 at 19:00

Diplomats and activists from around the world are discussing ways to keep up the fight against global warming, even in the face of an absent or hostile U.S. administration.

Protesters hold up signs in front of the White House on June 1, 2017, objecting to then-President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the 2015 Paris climate agreement.

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Harris, fracking and Shapiro: Dem campaign looks for Pennsylvania breakthrough
31 July 2024 at 01:01

Harris, fracking and Shapiro: Dem campaign looks for Pennsylvania breakthrough

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Josh Siegel and Jordan Wolman

31 July 2024 at 01:01

Vice President Kamala Harris says she no longer wants to ban the drilling that's made Pennsylvania a natural gas powerhouse, but skeptics may need reassuring by the popular governor.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (left) has been using his reputation to stump for Vice President Kamala Harris in his state.

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Trump vs. Biden’s historic climate agenda
29 July 2024 at 17:00

Trump vs. Biden’s historic climate agenda

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Kelsey Tamborrino， Timothy Cama and Jessie Blaeser

29 July 2024 at 17:00

President Joe Biden may no longer be on the 2024 ballot — but his legacy is. And former President Donald Trump would have multiple tools to thwart his ambitions on energy, infrastructure and climate change.

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Harris campaign pledges she won't ban fracking
29 July 2024 at 02:32

Harris campaign pledges she won't ban fracking

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Ben Lefebvre

29 July 2024 at 02:32

Kamala Harris' shift on fracking comes after GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump raised her 2019 stance calling for banning the oil and gas drilling technique.

The response by Kamala Harris' campaign came after former President Donald Trump at a Minnesota campaign rally on Saturday brought up statements Harris made during her 2019 primary run pledging to ban fracking.

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Sunday was Earth’s hottest day in all recorded history, climate agency says
24 July 2024 at 12:12

Sunday was Earth’s hottest day in all recorded history, climate agency says

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Associated Press

24 July 2024 at 12:12

"As the climate keeps warming, we are bound to see new records being broken in future months and years.”

A wildfire burns in the background as it nears Interstate 84 near Huntington, Oregon, early Sunday, July 21, 2024.

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House Republicans bail on another spending bill as their summer funding ambitions fizzle
24 July 2024 at 10:18

House Republicans bail on another spending bill as their summer funding ambitions fizzle

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Caitlin Emma and Alex Guillén

24 July 2024 at 10:18

Anticipating failure, GOP leaders decided to skip a final passage vote Tuesday night of their measure to fund the Department of Energy and federal water infrastructure programs.

The U.S. Department of Energy headquarters is seen in Washington, on Sept. 16, 2022.

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Congress Trump-proofed this $27B climate program. Here’s why that’s a problem.
22 July 2024 at 18:01

Congress Trump-proofed this $27B climate program. Here’s why that’s a problem.

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Jean Chemnick

22 July 2024 at 18:01

EPA has until September to spend the money. But the agency is short on cash needed to avoid expensive mistakes.

President Joe Biden's administration has until Sept. 30 to spend $27 billion on a green finance program. It has a tiny amount of money for oversight.

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Jim Inhofe, 89, dies after a long Senate career marked by fight against climate science
9 July 2024 at 23:23

Jim Inhofe, 89, dies after a long Senate career marked by fight against climate science

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Alex Guillén， Josh Siegel， Annie Snider and Ben Lefebvre

9 July 2024 at 23:23

The Oklahoma Republican held enormous sway over environmental policy during his decades in the Senate.

Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) was proudly and vocally critical of climate change science.

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His boss thought he was on drugs. But he was dying of heatstroke.
5 July 2024 at 17:00

His boss thought he was on drugs. But he was dying of heatstroke.

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Ariel Wittenberg

5 July 2024 at 17:00

It took 50 years and skyrocketing temperatures before the government proposed heat protections for workers. The rules might never take effect.

Gabriel Infante, 24, died of heatstroke in 2021 while digging trenches in 100-degree heat.

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Big River: Can the Mississippi build America again?
4 July 2024 at 19:00

Big River: Can the Mississippi build America again?

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Ry Rivard， Garrett Downs and Photographs by Julia Rendleman for POLITICO

4 July 2024 at 19:00

Biden hopes the same waterways that spurred westward expansion can cut greenhouse gas emissions. Environmentalists aren’t so sure.

Deckhands work to recouple barges at Lock and Dam 25 on the upper Mississippi River near Winfield, Missouri.

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Biden announces heat rules as climate-related deaths rise
2 July 2024 at 17:00

Biden announces heat rules as climate-related deaths rise

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By Ariel Wittenberg

2 July 2024 at 17:00

The regulations would be the first federal rules to protect workers from dangerous temperatures. But Donald Trump might be president before they take effect.

President Joe Biden speaks Tuesday during a visit to the District of Columbia's Emergency Operations Center.

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Federal judge blocks Biden’s pause on LNG export permits
2 July 2024 at 08:16

Federal judge blocks Biden’s pause on LNG export permits

Politico | Energy & Environment

By: By James Bikales

2 July 2024 at 08:16

The decision to stay the LNG pause upends one of Joe Biden’s major policy nods to climate-focused activists who have accused the president of not doing enough to mitigate planet-warming emissions.

Transfer pipes carry liquified natural gas to and from a holding tank at Dominion Energy's Cove Point LNG Terminal in Lusby, Maryland.

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Beryl strengthens into hurricane in Atlantic, forecast to become major storm
30 June 2024 at 16:00

Beryl strengthens into hurricane in Atlantic, forecast to become major storm

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By: By Associated Press

30 June 2024 at 16:00

“It’s astonishing to see a forecast for a major (Category 3+) hurricane in June anywhere in the Atlantic, let alone this far east in the deep tropics," one storm expert tweeted.

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