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Politics

Senate passes bipartisan bill to expedite power plant construction

The Senate advanced a bipartisan infrastructure and energy bill aimed at expediting the construction of power plants and upgrading the grid, with a 62-21 vote. This legislation is crucial for addressing urgent...

The Hill · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Senator Alan Armstrong advocates pipeline reforms that may benefit former company

U.S. Senator Alan Armstrong is advocating for reforms to fast-track pipeline permits, which could benefit his former company in the natural gas sector. This initiative raises concerns about conflicts of...

Inside Climate News · 8 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Democratic wins in 2024 midterms jeopardize bipartisan energy project bill

Democratic victories in the 2024 midterms jeopardize a bipartisan bill aimed at streamlining approvals for clean energy projects, as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposes it due to environmental...

Inside Climate News · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Washington delays geothermal energy development, hindering clean energy transition

Geothermal energy, a reliable renewable source, is facing delays in development due to slow federal permitting processes, hindering the U.S. transition to cleaner energy. Addressing these regulatory hurdles is...

The Hill · 10 days ago · 2 min read