He says the resolution would cause uncertainty and undermine industry efforts. A bipartisan resolution that would have reinstated the enforcement of tariffs on Chinese solar panel manufacturers has…
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USDA Secretary Supports Summer Sales of E15 Fuel
Expects the environmental waiver to support the supply chain. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has waived summer air pollution rules for the second year in a row. This…
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BOEM Identifies Potential Offshore Wind Lease Location in Northeast
Public comment is open for 45 days after the announcement. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) recently announced an area in the Gulf of Maine that has…
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Solar Power Technology Competitions Announced
Grants and prizes were announced for community solar projects. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a number of energy technology competitions last week that will be conducted over…
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Windy Energy Transmission Line Receives Final Approval
Interior Department announces 732-mile-long line to span five western states. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) provided final approval this week for a massive wind transmission line proposed…
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DOE Announces $50 Million for Small and Medium Sized Manufacturing
Funds will be distributed through the State Manufacturing Leadership Program. The Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced the availability of $50 million for technology improvements for small- and…
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USDA Accepting Applications for $1 Billion Rural Renewable Energy
Competitive grants open for agricultural producers and small businesses Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced that the USDA is accepting applications for rural renewable energy grants. Agricultural producers…
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Secretary Granholm Concludes Fourth Visit to Puerto Rico
Department of Energy is continuing research for the territory’s renewable energy goals. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm wrapped up her most recent visit to Puerto Rico, where she…
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Offshore Energy Company Called Out by Congressman
Officials refused to testify about the impact of offshore wind farms on wildlife and the environment. Representative Jeff Van Drew of New Jersey said a “green-energy” giant company…
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EPA Issues New Rules for Factories and Power Plants
The “Good Neighbor Plan” impacts 23 states. The Environmental Protection Agency introduced new rules that are intended to limit power plant and factory emissions—particularly for those industries located…
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