Two leased zones for wind energy development. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held its auction last week for two leases zoned for offshore wind energy in…
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New Rules Ban Incandescent Lightbulbs
Energy Secretary says the move puts money back in American pockets. The Department of Energy finalized two new rules that require manufacturers to phase out any lightbulbs that…
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DOE Funds Nuclear Restoration with $6 Billion
Nuclear energy is part of the administration’s clean energy goals. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that a certification and bidding process for a civil nuclear credit program…
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Administration Restores Environmental Policies
The measure could stall needed infrastructure projects. President Biden’s administration is reinstating stricter environmental standards for approving new pipelines, highways, power plants, and other construction projects, including requiring…
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DOE Announces Investments for Rural Infrastructure Tour
Nuclear power, cybersecurity, and other infrastructure on the list. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced last week the investments into rural communities to launch the Rural Infrastructure Tour.…
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Department of Energy Promotes New Efficiency Standards
Federal buildings, air conditioners, and swimming pool heaters included in proposals. The Energy Department on Wednesday announced a new series of energy efficiency standards to take effect in 2023. Beginning…
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Multiple Departments to Update Puerto Rico’s Energy Grid
Memorandum of Understanding published between all parties. The U.S. Departments of Energy, Homeland Security, and Housing and Urban Development announced last week that they have executed a Memorandum…
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DOE Launches Electric Grid Update Initiative
Intends to plan and build new, cleaner upgrades. This past week, the Department of Energy announced the “Building a Better Grid” initiative, enabled by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.…
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Nuclear Industry Receives Funding from Congress
Infrastructure bill includes nearly $8.5 billion for nuclear energy. Future advanced nuclear reactor development and support of the nation’s economically compromised nuclear energy plants will be aided by…
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BOEM Promotes Offshore Wind Generation Plan
Director of Ocean Energy Management outlines plan to produce 30 gigawatts of power. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced its role in support of President…
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