Legal Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2023

electricity to about one-fifth today. In fact, there was a surge in construction of new coal plants after 1970 due to high electricity demand. electricity use hit a ceiling , and it has risen only slightly since then. The reasons why electricity peaked in developed countries (including the U.S.) In 2010, U.S.

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Legal Planet

JANUARY 4, 2023

The City of Los Angeles is going into the new year with a big new building-decarbonization ordinance : starting this year, nearly all new buildings in the city will have to be entirely electric. All-electric as the new normal. And getting buildings to use electric appliances isn’t enough.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

There are a lot of moving pieces, but it starts with decarbonizing the electricity sector and powering the economy with a diverse combination of clean energy resources—primarily wind, solar, and battery storage—connected with a modernized bulk transmission system that can reliably deliver electricity to consumers all 8,760 hours of the year.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 18, 2022

This choice reveals how the electric grid, and the work to cut global warming emissions, are shaped by our political structures. The federal government’s role is dominant in interstate commerce and the flow of electricity between states. By contrast, planning the electric grid just isn’t what most state and local governments do.

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Legal Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Fifteen percent of electricity is renewable. Renewables are a third of electricity consumption. Renewables are 42% of electricity. My foray into Germany climate policy left me with unanswered questions: What was the politics behind Germany’s history of climate action? How much of a role did the Green Party play?

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Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Climate action is limited by political will (not technology) In this pivotal moment of history, where the imperative to avert the worst impacts of climate change is clear, the world stands at the cusp of a transformative shift toward a renewable energy paradigm. What’s lacking is political will.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The LA Times’ inestimable Sammy Roth reports on the attempt of California’s investor-owned utilities to end “net metering,” whereby utilities must pay customers with rooftop solar for their excess electricity. And we will need lower-income communities to use electricity to get them into EVs. I don’t know what the PUC will do.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 27, 2023

TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- Bob Donnan Blog: The Story Behind The Yeager Shale Gas Well Pad & Water Impoundment Contamination In Washington County -- PennLive Guest Essay: We Can’t Let Pennsylvania Become The Next Petrochemical Cancer Alley - By Joseph Minott, Clean Air Council -- StateImpactPA - Rachel McDevitt: PA Lawmakers Debate Proposal (..)

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Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 22, 2022

However the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, or MISO, the Midwest’s regional grid manager, has stepped up to approve long-awaited upgrades that will improve the reliability of the electricity system across the region, including Minnesota as well as Illinois and Michigan. That’s not a Minnesota utility…is it?

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Legal Planet

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Over three-fourths of Indonesia electricity comes from fossil fuels: 60% from coal and 16% from gas. For example: “Many electricity sector policies awaiting implementing rules and regulations are not aligned with each other, or contradict related non-energy regulations. Indonesia has the third largest rainforest after Brazil and Congo.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 1, 2022

million in funding for Electric Cargo Handling Grants under the Driving PA Forward Program. The Department is seeking applications for projects that will replace or repower eligible large forklifts, airport ground support equipment and port cargo handling equipment with electric versions of the equipment. Other restrictions may apply.

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Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The electric vehicle (EV) market is growing rapidly, but with this growth comes public pressure to ensure supply chains for EV batteries are sustainable. companies operating electric vehicle fleets, the information and recommendations can also benefit other companies involved in the EV supply chain.

Electricity 130

Electricity Recycling Politics Greenhouse 130

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 19, 2022

Climate Alliance (USCA) can meet all of their electricity needs with renewable energy—while decarbonizing other sectors of the economy and ensuring equitable benefits to all communities. And we’re already seeing the prominent role that renewables are starting to play in our electricity mix. by 2035 is needed.

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Circle of Blue

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In the Nile River basin last week, a political power shift in Sudan could turn up the heat on a long-simmering dispute over a major dam in the region. This hotly contested referendum is focused on the future of electric power in the region. Rhode Island followed in 1987, and was the last state to do so.

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Environmental Europe

JANUARY 26, 2017

As one previous post on this blog detailed, the current political turmoil in Northern Ireland was sparked by a subsidy for renewable energy production. Though it is tempting to blame political carelessness, the ongoing RHI scandal prompts a broader reflection about renewable energy policy instruments. data: SOeS ).

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Cresforum

MARCH 13, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of renewable energy, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) emerged as a piece of legislation aimed at accelerating the adoption of clean energy practices have become a point of contention among political parties. The panelists agreed finding common ground will allow everyone to find solutions.

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Clean Energy Renewable Energy Politics Electricity 86

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 16, 2024

Much of our electricity system is 50 to 70 years old, yet current plans for domestic manufacturing, electric vehicle fleets, community solar gardens and more clean energy all depend on a modern grid. New demands for electricity and the need to reduce climate-changing emissions are driving new grid planning efforts.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 28, 2024

. -- 126 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week [PaEN] -- Rachel Carson Building Peregrine Falcons See First Egg Hatches Of The Season; Connection (..)

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. to -25.7%) ] -- PUC: Proposed Settlement With PPL To Resolve Widespread Consumer Billing Issues, $1 Million Penalty -- MCall: PPL To Pay Fines, Forgive Costs Totaling $17.2

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Natural Gas Air Pollution Politics Conservation 109

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

FERC [Federal Energy Regulatory Commission] needs to take a serious look at how the industry is preparing for cold weather and find the political will to set binding winterization standards, including on natural gas supply. It should be split into seasonal markets that can focus on each season’s unique challenges.

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Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Electricity Waste 98

A Greener Life

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

of electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030. The European industry lobby, Eurelectric , has welcomed the announcement made by the EU but called for increased urgent support to upgrade Europe’s electricity grids so that they can better handle the influx of renewable energy.

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Renewable Energy 2030 Electricity Politics 105

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Climate Envoy Kerry: No Rolling Back Clean Energy Transition PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- Inquirer: 100 Days: A Look At Shapiro’s ‘Common Ground’ Approach To Governing One Of The Nation’s Most Politically Divided States -- Post-Gazette Guest Essay: Pennsylvania’s House Takeover - A Tale Of Two Speakers - By Fmr Rep.

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Natural Gas Earth Day Politics Fossil Fuels 91

Law Columbia

APRIL 17, 2024

The report provides detailed information on the current state of Cuba’s electricity sector and recommends reforms to advance the transition to a lower emission, reliable, and more climate resilient system. Policymakers have subsequently announced their intention to increase renewable electricity generation to 37% by 2030.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 1, 2023

1, Just As Pittsburghers Brace For Winter -- WHYY: Most PECO Electric Customers To See Bills Drop Starting Dec. Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec.

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Politics Recycling Climate Change Conservation 98

Enviromental Defense

MARCH 23, 2023

Outspoken climate denier Joe Oliver is retiring from his position as Chair of the Board of Directors of Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) which operates Ontario’s electricity system and manages power generation. It’s only the lack of political will and leadership holding us back.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 23, 2024

Visit the Board webpage for options to join the meeting remotely. Contact: Daniel E. Snowden, at dsnowden@pa.gov or (717) 783-8846. -- Gov. Of State Webpage -- Inquirer: Philly DA Withdraws Warrant For Rep.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

Shapiro’s Energy, Climate Initiatives [PaEN] -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: Poll - Pennsylvanians Want Low Energy Prices Above All Else -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Appalachian Methane Initiative Adds More Members Among Oil & Gas Producers -- Post-Gazette Guest Essay: Fighting Climate Change In The Electrical Grid -- Post-Gazette - Anya (..)

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Natural Gas Climate Change Politics Conservation 95

Enviromental Defense

JANUARY 19, 2024

Embrace political advocacy Photo by Kempton via Flickr Creative Commons Political action and advocacy is crucial to climate action, because changing the larger system is the greatest opportunity to reduce emissions, and changing the way our economy and society operate requires government action.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 28, 2023

TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- 4,258 Stories In 2023 - Environmental & Conservation Leadership, Significant Events In PA [PaEN] -- DEP Citizens Advisory Council To Discuss The PFOA/PFOS ‘Forever Chemical’ Drinking Water Standard, Hydrogen Hubs In PA At Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Wolf: 2021 Climate Impacts Report Projects Pennsylvania Will Be 5.9° EV Charging Network To Rivals In $7.5 Billion Federal Program -- MCall Guest Essay: What Is Higher Education’s Role In Tackling The Climate Change Crisis?

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Enviromental Defense

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

We just need our political leaders to take action. That means addressing transportation sector emissions on every front, including helping Canadians get their hands on affordable electric vehicles, too. Canadians can’t find an affordable electric vehicle and this is holding us back from meeting our climate change targets.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 1, 2023

Are To Blame For One Of The Grid’s Biggest Vulnerabilities When Weather Gets Rough -- The Guardian: Solar Helps Texas Carry Energy Load As Heatwave Puts Power Grid To Test; Atypically Large Number Of Coal, Natural Gas-Fired Power Plants Have Failed Amid Temperature Spikes -- Utility Dive: Texas Electric Grid Has Remained Stable Despite 9.6

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Natural Gas Clean Energy Solar Power Carbon Emissions 95

Cresforum

APRIL 16, 2024

The political landscape has the potential to shift dramatically in the next year. billion investment for electric vehicle and battery manufacturing, to positive impacts on spin-off industries, including housing and small businesses. From direct injections of dollars, such as Hyundai’s $5.54

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Clean Energy Politics Electricity Conservation 70

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2023

. -- Shapiro Administration Announces Long-Term Presence In Beaver County To Assist Residents Affected By Norfolk Southern Train Derailment [PaEN] -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: Western PA Residents Want More Testing- And Attention-- After Train Derailment -- PA Capital-Star: Norfolk Southern Will Be There ‘As Long As It Takes,’ CEO Tells PA (..)

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Natural Gas Nuclear Power Electricity Politics 111

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 19, 2023

-- PennLive Guest Essay: Ensuring Clean And Safe Water Requires Investment - By Jim Seif, Former PA DEP Secretary, EPA Region III Administrator -- Post-Gazette - Anya Litvak: Phasing Out Use Of Sulfur Hexaflouride Gas In Electrical Grid Equipment, The Most Potent Greenhouse Gas On The Planet -- PittsburghUnionProgress.com: Two Of Pittsburgh Region’s (..)

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MGKF Law

JUNE 30, 2022

The major questions doctrine requires that a federal agency have “clear congressional authorization” when acting on issues of great “economic and political significance.” ” Id. citing Utility Air Regulatory Group v. EPA , 573 U.

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