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SCOTUS delivers another blow to Biden’s EPA
June 28, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MBThe Supreme Court on Thursday delivered another blow to the Biden administration’s efforts to protect the environment and public health, blocking EPA's “good neighbor’” rule that aimed to curb air pollution drifting across state lines. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the high court’s ruling and how it limits EPA’s regulatory authority. Plus, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved Venture Global's mammoth CP2 liquefied natural gas facility. For more news on energy and the en...
Fact-checking Trump’s energy claims ahead of tonight’s debate
June 27, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MBPresident Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are squaring off tonight in their first debate of the 2024 election cycle, and we expect some sparring over energy policy. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Josh Siegel discuss what Trump might say and fact-check some of his most common energy claims. Plus, the Energy Department’s deputy secretary is defending the pace at which the agency is getting federal funding out the door under the bipartisan infrastructure law and Inflation Reduction Act....
How America’s power grid is holding up against the heat
June 26, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.05 MBThe nation’s power system navigated the first major heatwave of the year relatively smoothly, but experts warn that there are still outage risks this summer. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down how the grid held up recently and if it can repeat that success as summer rolls on. Plus, the Chemical Safety Board released new recommendations in response to an incident at an Ohio refinery in 2022 that killed two people. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Swit...
How the Supreme Court could put more limits on federal climate authority
June 25, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.34 MBOn Monday, the Supreme Court agreed to hear a case that could limit how much federal agencies can regulate the upstream and downstream environmental impacts of new energy infrastructure projects. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the stakes of this new case and how the high court has scrutinized the federal government’s environmental authority in recent years. Plus, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released its bipartisan 2024 Water Resources Development Act on Monday. ...
US methane emissions data tell a conflicting story
June 24, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBTwo separate recent reports on methane emissions show the U.S.’s current record is mixed. POLITICO’s James Bikales explains what these divergent sets of flaring data say about domestic energy production and what they mean for the Biden Administration’s climate goals. Plus, the Supreme Court strikes down a water-sharing deal among the states that share the Rio Grande River. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politic...
How much energy does AI use? A lot, actually
June 21, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBArtificial intelligence consumes a lot of energy. Exactly how much is hard to say, because AI companies keep much of that information hidden – a practice that some policymakers and activists are trying to change. On today's episode of Politico Energy, guest host Steven Overly called up Jesse Dodge to better understand the energy and climate cost behind generative AI. Dodge is a senior research scientist at the Allen Institute for AI in Seattle, who not only develops large language models, he ...
Inside the labor rules for the Inflation Reduction Act
June 20, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBPresident Joe Biden released new rules this week that aim to create attractive jobs that leverage the lucrative clean energy tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act. POLITICO’s Nick Niedzwiadek breaks down the details of rules, how they fit into Biden’s reelection campaign, and if they are vulnerable to Republican repeal in the future. Plus, Congress has approved sweeping bipartisan legislation to ease the production of new nuclear power reactors. For more news on energy and the en...
How Sen. Mike Lee could reshape the powerful ENR committee
June 18, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBSenator Mike Lee (R-Utah), one of the party’s most outspoken climate change skeptics, is likely to lead the GOP in the powerful Energy and Natural Resources Committee next year. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna and Josh Siegel discuss Lee’s policy positions and what he would mean for a second Biden or Trump presidency. Plus, a federal appeals court ruled that the state of Michigan may pursue its legal challenge to Enbridge’s controversial Line 5 pipeline in state court. For more news on energy...
Previewing the Supreme Court case that could upend the administrative state
June 17, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBPOLITICO Energy host Alex Guillén sits down for an extended conversation with David Doniger, a prominent environmental lawyer with the Natural Resources Defense Council who argued a fateful case before the Supreme Court that established the Chevron deference doctrine. They discuss how a Supreme Court ruling expected in the coming weeks about that legal precedent could make it much more difficult for the Environmental Protection Agency and other federal agencies to defend their regulations — p...
A fully staffed FERC is here. Now what?
June 14, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.68 MBThis week, the Senate confirmed Judy Chang, David Rosner and Lindsay See to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, bringing the agency to a full complement of five for the first time in a couple years. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the confirmation process for the new commissioners and how they join FERC at a pivotal moment. Plus, POLITICO got an inside look at presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump’s campaign-style energy address during a day of meetings with congr...
California is broadening its lawsuit against five oil companies
June 13, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.88 MBCalifornia is expanding its legal assault against five major oil companies by not only seeking climate change damages, but also targeting company profits related to false advertising and unfair competition laws. POLITICO’s Wes Venteicher breaks down the amended legal effort and why it has massive implications for the accused oil companies. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says he expects Republicans would try and repeal the Inflation Reduction Act if the GOP wins control of the Whit...
Why Biden’s green agenda is facing an obstacle of his own creation
June 12, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MBPresident Joe Biden has made clean energy and infrastructure programs a major focus of his reelection campaign, but those ambitions are hitting a major headwind: his Buy America agenda. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down how these priorities are clashing and the potential consequences for the president’s reelection bid. Plus, EPA's Inspector General has found that the agency still isn't ready to swiftly alert the public about surges in lead contamination in drinking water. For more news...
Biden is pulling back on an auto rule. Some climate activists aren’t thrilled.
June 11, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.08 MBThe Biden administration finalized a new rule that calls for passenger vehicles to get more miles from each gallon of gasoline. But it’s yet another vehicle emission rule that was not as strict as the one the president originally proposed. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down why the administration backed off its original proposal and how it could hurt the president’s standing with climate activists. Plus, the Senate will vote on the three FERC nominees this week. For more news on energy a...
Energy Secretary Granholm on China, IRA and the power grid
June 10, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBPOLITICO’s Zack Colman sat down recently with Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm for a wide-ranging interview about the Inflation Reduction Act, competition with China, the power grid, manufacturing and more. The conversation comes at a critical time for Granholm and the Biden administration as they race to get billions of dollars out the door before the November election and the potential return of President Donald Trump. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Sw...
What to know from this week’s POLITICO Energy summit
June 07, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBPOLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel and reporter James Bikales discuss the biggest takeaways from this week’s POLITICO Energy Summit, where Biden administration officials, lawmakers, activists and business leaders debated the future of energy policy as the 2024 elections loom. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter...
One-on-one with FERC chair Willie Phillips
June 06, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn a live taping at the POLITICO Energy Summit yesterday, host Catherine Morehouse sits down for an extended conversation with Willie Phillips, the chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. They discuss the agency’s regulatory agenda, its latest landmark transmission rule, Phillips’ priorities moving forward, and what more is needed to meet America’s unique energy needs. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://w...
Can the Senate confirm FERC nominees before the agency loses quorum?
June 05, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.24 MBAll three of President Joe Biden’s nominees for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission are officially advancing to the full Senate after the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee approved their nominations. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the nominees’ confirmation path moving forward and why some industry observers remain at the edge of their seats. Plus, the Senate confirmed Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chair Christopher Hanson to a second term. For more news on e...
How a US-China clean energy dispute could transform the WTO
June 04, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.26 MBChina’s challenge to U.S. clean energy subsidies under the Inflation Reduction could upend the World Trade Organization by fundamentally changing rules around climate change and trade. POLITICO’s Doug Palmer breaks down the dispute and why it has global implications. Plus, two leading environmental groups are moving to drop their lawsuits challenging the SEC’s landmark climate corporate disclosure rule. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evenin...
Why the oil industry is doubling down on Trump after last week’s verdict
June 03, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBFormer President Donald Trump still has strong support from the oil and gas industry even after his guilty verdict last week. But some industry executives are tired of his constant political drama, and are also growing more nervous about Democrats’ increasing attacks on their businesses. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down how the powerful oil and gas industry is viewing Trump and Biden after last week’s news. Plus, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is urging electric utilities to build new ...
Why rich countries could struggle to come up with more climate cash
May 31, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.25 MBWealthy nations belatedly met their goal of sending billions of dollars in climate aid to developing countries. And now, they’re gearing up again to negotiate the next amount of funding they are willing to give, which will likely be a tougher task because the cost of fighting climate change is set to skyrocket. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down how rich countries were late on delivering climate finance and why the price tag is going up. Plus, utilities and industry groups are cautioning EPA ...
How a former oil CEO accused of collusion is fighting back
May 30, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBScott Sheffield, the former CEO of one of America’s top oil companies, is firing back against allegations from the Federal Trade Commission that he colluded with OPEC and other oil companies to boost fuel prices. It’s the latest development in a saga that has thrown US oil companies into the political spotlight during the 2024 election season. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down how Sheffield is defending himself and why these allegations have become a political flashpoint. Plus, the Biden ad...
Biden just took a major step to end coal mining. Washington just shrugged.
May 29, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBThe Biden administration recently announced that it planned to stop new lease sales at the nation’s leading coal mining basin – a major action that surprisingly received a collective shrug from Washington D.C. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the muted reaction from fossil fuel backers in particular and what their response says about the coal industry’s decline. Plus, San Francisco will face off against the Biden administration in a Supreme Court fight over EPA's ability to set water pollu...
Why the Texas grid CEO says the state is ready for the next power emergency
May 28, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBPOLITICO Energy host Catherine Morehouse talks today with Pablo Vegas, the president and chief executive officer of The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, which runs the state’s power grid. They discuss how ERCOT is preparing Texas for extreme weather events and what he thinks about the partisan fighting over the system, which has become an increasingly divisive entity on Capitol Hill. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter...
Inside the urgent Hill fight to compensate nuclear testing survivors
May 24, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.64 MBCongress must quickly decide if survivors of nuclear testing on American soil will continue to receive financial benefits related to healthcare and other costs under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, which expires June 7. POLITICO’s Gloria Gonzalez breaks down the fight over this program and the consequences if it isn’t renewed. Plus, the Biden administration announced that Norfolk Southern will pay just over $500 million because of last year’s train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio....
Dems are attacking Big Oil execs. Trump is asking them for help.
May 23, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.4 MBBig Oil is becoming increasingly enmeshed in election-year politics. Democrats announced new efforts yesterday to highlight what they argue are deceptive practices by oil companies, while presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump met with industry executives to solicit donations to his presidential campaign. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Josh Siegel break down the latest moves by Democrats and Trump’s meetings with oil executives. Plus, the Edison Electric Institute, one of the mos...
Manchin is raising expectations for a permitting deal. Is the hype real?
May 22, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.15 MBDemocratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia raised expectations Tuesday for a deal to update the nation’s permitting rules, saying he hopes to soon release the text of an agreement he aims to strike with Republican Sen. John Barrasso. But it’s not clear whether it will represent a breakthrough on the issue, which has drawn bipartisan interest but seen little progress over the last two years. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Catherine Morehouse discuss the latest in the negotiations and the remaini...
Will the nuclear industry go back to bigger plants after Vogtle?
May 21, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MBA senior official at the Energy Department’s Loan Programs Office recently said there’s a strong case for building traditional, large-scale nuclear plants, pointing to the completion of Georgia Power's Vogtle plant. That would be a major shift in sentiment for the nuclear energy industry, which has focused on deploying smaller-scale reactors for years. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down how the delayed and overbudget Vogtle reactors could actually open the door for new large nuclear p...
Why Trump’s once (and future?) EPA chief thinks Biden’s climate rules could be in trouble
May 20, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBPOLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel talks with Andrew Wheeler, Donald Trump's former Environmental Protection Agency chief, in today’s extended episode. They discuss what a second Trump administration would look like in terms of energy policy, why he thinks several of Biden’s climate rules aren’t likely to last, and if Wheeler is ready to take back his old job if his former boss wins the White House in November. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free...
Why Biden’s solar moves could pose a climate problem
May 17, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MBThe Biden administration announced several actions on Thursday to support U.S solar manufacturers, which could ultimately help create domestic jobs but also threaten America’s clean energy growth. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the moves and why solar imports continue to be a complicated political and policy issue for the president. Plus, the Interior Department proposed ending new federal coal leasing in the Powder River Basin in Wyoming and Montana, the nation's biggest coal field...
Why California Republicans are breaking with Trump on EVs
May 16, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBCalifornia Republicans are breaking with conservatives in other parts of the country who have echoed former President Donald Trump’s attacks on electric vehicles. POLITICO’s Alex Nieves breaks down why Trump and California Republicans diverge on EVs and what that means for auto manufacturers and policymakers. Plus, Trump will travel to Houston next week for a luncheon with about two dozen energy industry executives to talk about fundraising for his reelection campaign. For more news on e...
The energy impact of Biden’s new Chinese tariffs
May 15, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBThe Biden administration announced Tuesday that it will raise tariffs on electric vehicles, clean energy technologies, computer chips and metals imported from China – an escalation in the U.S. trade war with Beijing that has major energy implications. POLITICO’s Gavin Bade breaks down how the administration’s move will impact different energy industries and the politics behind the decision. Plus, a coalition of red states and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association have asked a fe...
Inside FERC’s big transmission revamp
May 14, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission released highly-anticipated rules on Monday that aim to make it easier to build new interstate power lines and set criteria to figure out who should pay for them. The rules are critical to President Joe Biden’s clean energy agenda, but have been a contentious topic at FERC and on Capitol Hill. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the details of these historic rules and the reaction from the Hill and industry. Plus, President Joe Biden plans to qu...
How will FERC divvy up the costs of new power lines?
May 13, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.79 MBThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is expected to issue a new rule today that’s critical to America’s energy future: who will pay for badly-needed power lines? POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the importance of this rule to President Joe Biden’s clean energy transition and why the issue has bedeviled lawmakers and presidential administrations for years. Plus, Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) plans to support a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the Biden administration...
How the oil industry is prepping for a possible Trump return
May 10, 2024 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MBThe U.S. oil industry is preparing for the possible return of Donald Trump to the White House by writing up executive orders and other policy paperwork that the former president could sign on day one. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down why this effort by the oil industry is a bit unusual and what they are preparing to do. Plus, 25 Republican-controlled states are suing the Biden administration to try and kill EPA’s controversial power plant rule. For more news on energy and the environm...
A new US-China climate era begins this week
May 09, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.97 MBAmerica’s new top climate diplomat John Podesta and his equally fresh Chinese counterpart are meeting in Washington this week, marking the beginning of a more challenging era in US-China climate relations. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down this new dynamics expected as the two climate envoys meet face to face. Plus, the Department of Energy is taking a major step toward giving federal regulators new authority to override states when they decide to delay or block construction of new power lin...
We tracked Biden’s $1.6 trillion spending plan. Here’s what we found.
May 08, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBPresident Joe Biden is betting that $1.6 trillion in spending and tax breaks embodied in his climate, infrastructure, chips and pandemic-relief laws can transform America. But a new monthslong POLITICO analysis found that a large portion of the money is still unspent, and the clock is ticking as the 2024 presidential election looms. POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel chats with colleagues Jessie Blaeser and Ben Storrow to understand the reporting behind this project and what’s at stake for Bide...
How Democrats could use a FTC complaint to combat the GOP’s energy messaging
May 07, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MBThe Federal Trade Commission is alleging in a new complaint that the head of one of the top oil producers in the United States tried to collude with OPEC to boost oil prices. The allegations could help Democrats try and turn the tables on Republicans who have been campaigning on high energy prices for months. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the allegations and why they could give Democrats a new election weapon. Plus, for the first time, the European Commission has proposed sanctions on R...
How Biden’s new drinking water rules are challenging public utilities
May 06, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MBPresident Joe Biden’s ambitious new drinking water rules for toxic forever chemicals could produce significant public health benefits. But they could also spur more sales of public water systems to private companies — a controversial move that could saddle local communities with higher costs. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down how Biden’s PFAS push may privatize water and what that means for consumers. Plus, the Biden administration released new rules that grant automakers some flexibility o...
FTC signs off on Exxon-Pioneer deal — with a big catch
May 03, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MBThe Federal Trade Commission is allowing ExxonMobil to buy Pioneer Natural Resources, the biggest crude producer in the Permian Basin, on the condition that Pioneer’s founder does not serve on Exxon’s board because of his alleged contact with OPEC. POLITICO’s Matt Daily breaks down the significance of these allegations and how it raises questions about Big Oil. Plus, the Biden administration announced the next $3 billion tranche of funding to help remove lead pipes from drinking water systems...
Why Biden’s EV tax credit has a China problem
May 02, 2024 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.02 MBThe Biden administration is expected to release a final EV tax credit rule tomorrow that gives automakers a temporary grace period to keep buying graphite, a key battery component, from Chinese companies. The anticipated regulation highlights the difficult balancing act for President Joe Biden as he looks to achieve his EV adoption goals and counter China. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down the impact of this rule and the broader political dynamics. Plus, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9...
Inside the backlash to Biden’s permitting rules
May 01, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBThe Biden administration released new permitting rules this week that aim to speed up the building of energy infrastructure while also giving communities more input. But the regulations are already facing pushback and larger permitting priorities remain unaddressed by Congress. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down how big of an impact Biden’s permitting regulations could have and the issues that remain. Plus, the Interior Department is taking another step toward auctioning offshore wind leases ...
Why Jared Huffman thinks Biden should do more to curb plastics
April 30, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBGlobal leaders met in Ottawa, Canada, this past week for U.N. talks aimed at significantly curtailing the world’s plastic pollution. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman sat down with California Democrat Rep. Jared Huffman on the sidelines of the Ottawa talks to discuss the importance of reaching an ambitious deal, the deep domestic divisions and tricky global dynamics complicating the negotiations and why he isn't on board with the Biden administration's approach. For more news on energy and the en...
America’s solar industry is divided. Biden’s climate agenda is at stake.
April 29, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.59 MBThe U.S. solar industry is divided, and the split could significantly impact President Joe Biden’s climate agenda and America’s ongoing trade war with China. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the domestic solar standoff and the president’s tricky balancing act as he races toward the 2024 election. Plus, the United Nations is drawing up new guidelines to help governments and companies access critical minerals in an environmentally and economically friendly way. For more news on ene...
Can Biden thread the political needle with his new power plant rules?
April 26, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.33 MBThe Biden administration finalized a highly-anticipated suite of regulations aimed at cracking down on pollution from coal-fired and new natural gas power plants – a major move in the president’s efforts to fight climate change. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the importance of the latest climate rules along with the expected political and legal challenges. Plus, the Energy Department finalized a new program that’s expected to nearly halve the average time for federal permitting of new po...
Why Biden’s solar import problem is flaring up again
April 25, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.1 MBDomestic solar manufacturers are asking the Biden administration to investigate a record influx of cheap Chinese-linked solar panel components flowing into the United States – once again testing the president’s ability to balance his clean energy ambitions and trade goals. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down why domestic solar companies are taking this action and the administration’s response. Plus, the Interior Department took another step on Wednesday to help prop up the struggling off...
Can coal find new political champions amid industry decline?
April 24, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBFor years now, coal’s role in power production has been dramatically declining, but the industry’s short-term outlook is also about to get worse. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the different political and regulatory challenges facing the coal industry and whether it has the political might to recover. Plus, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission just took a critical step aimed at bringing new nuclear technologies to market faster. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to...
Why New York and New Jersey wind projects might be gone with the wind
April 23, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBThe cancellation of three offshore wind farms in New York is threatening the state’s clean energy goals along with President Joe Biden’s national climate agenda. POLITICO’s Marie French and Ry Rivard break down why the projects were canceled and how it’s a big deal for the state and the country. Plus, the Biden administration announced new details about the American Climate Corps and the Environmental Protection Agency’s Solar for All program. For more news on energy and the environment, ...
What California Senator Alex Padilla thinks about America’s water affordability crisis
April 22, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBPOLITICO Energy host Annie Snider sits down with Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) to talk about how the United States is at a critical juncture when it comes to accessing clean, safe and affordable water. Padilla, who is the leading voice on water issues in the chamber, discusses the Biden administration’s latest regulations, low-income assistance, and the Colorado River water crisis. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https:/...
Why Big Tech’s nuclear power bet could raise customer bills
April 19, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.42 MBBig tech companies are investing in nuclear energy to power their artificial intelligence and other data center operations. But that trend could drive up utility bills for customers and could undermine the reliability of the nation's power system. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down why tech’s nuclear bet could have energy consequences. Plus, President Joe Biden’s controversial pause on new permits for liquified natural gas exports is expected to end around March 2025, according to an ...
Why the end of Alaska’s Ambler mining road could be near
April 18, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBThe Interior Department is preparing to reject a controversial mining road in the remote Alaskan wilderness – a decision that highlights how the administration is trying to balance its clean energy and conservation goals while not harming tribal communities. POLITICO contributor Adam Federman breaks down why the administration might reject the project and the stakes for the energy sector. Plus, the Biden administration is moving to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela. For more news on ene...