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Scientists Fear Loss of Climate Data Under Trump

In the wake of the tumultuous political climate during Donald Trump's presidency, scientists across the United States have expressed deep concern about the potential loss of crucial climate data. These fears emerged from a broader apprehension that, in the midst of political upheaval, the progress made in climate research could be severely disrupted. With the outgoing administration's stance on climate change being one of skepticism and reluctance to acknowledge the scientific consensus on global warming,...

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Canada's Carbon Pricing: A Political Battleground

In recent years, Canada’s carbon pricing policy has been one of the most contentious issues in the country’s political landscape. Introduced by the federal government as a central pillar in its strategy to combat climate change, the carbon pricing scheme aims to reduce greenhouse gas...


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Climate Change and Coffee: A Brewing Concern

As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change, even seemingly unrelated topics—like your morning cup of coffee—are starting to raise important questions about the environmental crisis. In his recent piece for the Ottawa Citizen, columnist David Richardson...

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IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT AND AHEAD OF THE CURVE ON EPC PROJECTS

Based just south of Denver in Castle Rock, Colorado, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) opened its doors as a small, family-owned business in 1977, specializing in power delivery projects throughout the desert Southwest and Rocky Mountain region. In the mid 1980’s, the company was awarded a substantial contract for electrical work associated with the Central Arizona Irrigation Project, paving the way for rapid growth and boosting Great Southwestern’s capabilities and specialized expertise, especially in substation construction.
In 2000, Great Southwestern was acquired by MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group), a publicly traded, top nationwide specialty electrical contractor with nearly 6,500 employees coast to coast and annual revenues exceeding $1.4 billion. MYR Group supports Great Southwestern through access to an extensive network of nationwide resources in equipment, manpower, industry-leading safety programs and training, management expertise, and financial backing. Through its various subsidiaries, MYR Group has delivered some of the country’s largest...

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Why Net-Zero is Cheaper for the UK

The United Kingdom has set an ambitious target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This goal necessitates a comprehensive transformation of various sectors, including energy, transportation, and agriculture. While the environmental imperatives are clear, there is growing evidence...
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The End of the Road for Transmission Incentives

In a significant shift, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has decided to abandon its transmission incentives policy, particularly the construction work in progress (CWIP) incentives. This decision marks a pivotal change in how transmission projects are financed and regulated,...