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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New Energy Legislation Coming in House
The bill would address fossil fuel production and other energy projects. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California and other members of the House have been putting together a…
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Floating Offshore Wind Shot Summit Held
Multiple federal agencies support transmission study and partner with research facilities. The Department of Energy announced multiple efforts to move forward with floating offshore wind development. Secretary of…
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Wind Lease Sales Available for the Gulf of Mexico
The interior secretary says there is no time to waste. The Department of the Interior announced the first lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico for wind power…
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Supreme Court Rules Oil Rig Supervisor Entitled to Overtime Pay
Justices affirm the ruling made by the 5th Circuit. The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of an oil rig supervisor who claimed to be entitled to compensation…
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DOE Accepting Public Comments for First Agency Nonprofit
Developing the department’s Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation. The Department of Energy published a request for information to receive public input on the development of their first-ever…
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EPA Sends White House Plan for Soot Pollution Cap
Businesses are concerned with proposed deadlines and the budget in the final draft. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sent its final plan for smog and soot regulation to…
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