As the 2024-2025 winter season approaches, the natural gas market is bracing for potential challenges, particularly in light of recent forecasts predicting colder temperatures. According to the Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA), these forecasts may lead to a surge in demand for natural gas, putting upward pressure on prices. The dynamics of supply and demand in the natural gas market are expected to play a crucial role in shaping energy costs for consumers and businesses...
Texas is at a pivotal crossroads in its energy policy, with legislative actions that could significantly reshape the state's electricity landscape. A recent report by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business, warns that proposed restrictions on renewable energy...
New York, NY - New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the nomination of two individuals to the state's Public Service Commission (PSC), marking a potential shift towards prioritizing clean energy and environmental justice in the state's T&D sector. The nominees include Denise Sheehan, the...
In December 2024, President Joe Biden's administration set an ambitious target to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 61% to 66% by 2035, compared to 2005 levels. This goal aligns with the Paris Agreement's framework, which requires participating nations to update their emission reduction...
As the world’s technological landscape continues to grow and the demand for electricity increases, so too do the occurrences of power outages. Check out Critter Guard’s curated list where we track power outages statistics and data below or check out our power outages infographic. Power...
In a significant enforcement action, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has laid 200 charges against ArcelorMittal Canada, alleging violations of the Fisheries Act. The charges pertain to the unlawful deposit of harmful substances into fish-bearing waters in Quebec between 2014 and 2022....
Iowa, a leading state in wind energy production, is making significant strides in addressing the environmental challenge posed by decommissioned wind turbine blades. Traditionally, these blades—constructed from durable materials like fiberglass and resin—have been difficult to recycle,...
Alliant Energy has officially brought Iowa’s largest solar facility online, marking a significant milestone in the state's renewable energy landscape. The 200-megawatt (MW) Pleasant Creek Solar project, located in Linn County, is now operational and supplying clean electricity to Alliant...
In a significant legal move, 17 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, aiming to block its executive order that halts federal approvals for new wind energy projects. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of...
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive unprecedented demand for computing power, data centers are facing mounting pressure to meet energy needs sustainably. Exowatt, a Miami-based renewable energy startup, is addressing this challenge with its innovative P3 modular solar thermal system....
President Donald Trump's proposed 2026 federal budget outlines a significant reallocation of resources, with a notable emphasis on reducing expenditures in clean energy, environmental initiatives, and scientific research. The Department of Energy (DOE) is particularly affected, facing a proposed...
