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Is the oil price war back?
August 06, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.13 MBBack in March, Russia and Saudi Arabia raced for dominance in the oil market, plunging oil prices to unprecedented lows. Now, both countries are again ramping up oil production again, which could hurt American producers. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains why the two largest producers are pumping in more crude even as the pandemic continues to slash demand. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of P...
Why is a Delaware oil company in northern Syria?
August 05, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.79 MBLast year, President Trump stunned the world when he announced U.S. troops would leave northern Syria, effectively abandoning key regional allies like the Kurds. But Trump quickly backpedaled, and admitted “some” troops would stay to protect the oil fields. Now, a little known Delaware oil company has received the green light to the region. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Lara Seligman, on how the American company will develop those oil fields, and the geopolitical cost of this decision. Anthony...
How an obscure federal agency ended up in Trump’s crosshairs
August 04, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBThe president’s annual salary is $400,000. The Tennessee Valley’s Authority’s CEO’s? About 20 times that. But, what even is the TVA, and why does the person at the top of this government-owned company make so much money? And why does the President care? POLITICO’s Annie Snider and Anthony Adragna explain. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive produc...
Is climate change a financial crisis in the making?
August 03, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.49 MBIn the years following the Great Recession, the US government created measures to ensure the big banks know just how exposed they are to financial threats. Now, as global temperatures rise and natural disasters wreak havoc around the country every year, lawmakers want to ensure the financial sector also knows how exposed it is to climate threats. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO au...
Restricting ESG factors from retirement plans
July 31, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.53 MBIn the investment world, sustainable investments are measured through their environmental, social and governance impacts, known as ESG factors. But the Labor Department wants to restrict these factors, which are commonly used to prevent funding polluting companies, or labor exploitation, from retirement programs. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains this proposal, and the blowback it is already facing. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast produce...
Trump visits an oil rig as fears of losing Texas grow
July 30, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MBTexas has historically been an easy way for Republicans to pick up lots of Electoral College delegates. But in 2020, it seems like the Lone Star state isn’t such a safe bet, and on Wednesday, the president visited an oil rig to tout his administration’s energy policies. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre, on what oil companies want Trump to do to better the industry, the state, and Trump’s own chances to win re-election. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico po...
Why is Trump announcing FERC nominees now?
July 29, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MBEarlier this year, the White House inexplicably broke the tradition of pairing bipartisan nominees to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. And on Monday, the administration announced the paired nominations of Democrat Allison Clements and Republican Mark Christie to fill the commission’s vacancies. POLITICO’s Gavin Bade, on how the move could keep the commission in Republican control until the end of 2021 even if Democrats win the White House. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for P...
What happened at Lafayette Square?
July 28, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.36 MBEarlier this summer, protests against police brutality took over the country after the killing of George Floyd. And on June 1, federal forces cleared the park in front of the White House to allow the president to visit the historic St. John Episcopal Church, in a show of force that shook the world. Now, House Democrats want to know if Park Police, which is run by the National Park Service, used tear gas as they cleared Lafayette square. POLITICO’s Zack Colman, on what the House Natural Resour...
Gold vs. Salmon: A battle for Pebble Mine
July 27, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.96 MBTrump officials have concluded that a proposed gold and copper mine in Alaska, known as Pebble Mine, would not pose serious environmental risks. That’s a sharp reversal from the Obama administration saying that it would permanently harm salmon harvests in the area. So what’s the future for this controversial mining project? POLITICO’S Alex Guillén explains. Anthony Adragna is a POLITICO energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro. ...
Passing a budget for Interior and EPA in an election year
July 24, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBOn Thursday, House Democrats took up votes for amendments to a package that would fund the Interior Department and the EPA through next year. But don’t expect the final package for quite some time. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna and Annie Snider report the final bill could come during the lame duck session, and that the November elections will shape how it ultimately looks.
How a landmark public lands bill finally cleared Congress
July 23, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBIt's one of Washington's worst kept secrets: Public lands have needed money for years. But politics and other priorities have kept Congress from taking real action – until yesterday. Host Anthony Adragna has a meta-conversation with himself to explain how the Great American Outdoors Act finally passed. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer ...
Apple and Microsoft's big green dream
July 22, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MBOn Tuesday, Apple announced in a bizarre video that it will become carbon neutral by 2030. Shortly after the announcement, Microsoft reminded the world of its promise to become carbon negative by the same year. Are these goals reachable, or are tech giants overreaching? POLITICO’s Zack Colman gets real. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer...
Biden won’t shift on fracking. Can it help him win 2020?
July 21, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.76 MBAll throughout his campaign, Joe Biden’s message on fracking has been clear: nothing new on federal land, but no federal ban. Now, as the race for the White House heats up, this middling position could help him win a key swing state. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Small towns, climate change, and a bizarre insurance policy
July 20, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.58 MBNatural disasters ravage inland American towns every year, and these towns often don’t get the federal recovery money they need. Now they’ve resorted to the private market for this money, with massive insurance policies to protect against droughts or floods. POLITICO’s Zack Colman on the risks of relying on insurance policies to deal with climate change.
The GOP, the BLM and the Senate
July 17, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.51 MBFor years, William Perry Pendley has not been one to hide his views on privatizing federal lands and cutting environmental regulations. Yet, he’s been the acting director of the Bureau of Land Management, and is now the president’s pick to lead the agency. But the nomination of such a divisive candidate puts some Republican senators in a tough spot: should they side against Trump, or drop the environmental credit they may need to win re-election in November? POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino and A...
Trump weakens environmental reviews
July 16, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.04 MBSince the ‘70s, federal agencies have conducted separate environmental reviews before allowing big infrastructure projects to move forward, a step that usually delays these projects for years. But yesterday, the president announced a fundamental reform to the way these reviews happen. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the ex...
Biden goes on attack for the environment
July 15, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBDuring the Democratic primary, former vice president Joe Biden’s climate plan was widely criticized as “middling.” But on Tuesday, Biden unveiled a new climate plan that is anything but. POLITICO’s Zack Colman details the trillion-dollar plan and Biden's new political strategy. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
No changes to Obama’s Ozone rule
July 14, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.2 MBAs Trump’s EPA wraps up its scientific review of smog pollution, administrator Andrew Wheeler says the agency will keep the Obama-era rule. POLITICO’s Alex Guillen, on what’s motivating the agency to not lower ozone standards. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
The future of US pipelines
July 13, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.96 MBLast week, two big rulings got in the way of Keystone XL and the Dakota Access pipelines, while two large energy companies pulled the plug on the Atlantic Coast pipeline. But despite this, pipeline construction in the country has actually kept running strong over the last few years. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Eric Wolff explain what’s happening.
The European city of 2050
July 10, 2020 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBLong gone are the days where we dreamed of flying cars and teleporting for the future. Now, European leaders’ vision include no cars and what they call smaller, happier living. POLITICO Europe’s Aitor Hernandez-Morales reports. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
How much is Covid-19 lowering emissions?
July 09, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.29 MBLower emissions were expected to be one of the upsides of the pandemic. And a new study appears to quantify just how much emissions have lowered – and the high cost. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Rob Bishop’s stand against the land bill
July 08, 2020 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MBThe Great American Outdoors Act passed the Senate in mid-June with bipartisan support, but that hasn’t stopped some House lawmakers from trying to kill it in the House. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna explains the latest push. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
A double whammy for pipelines
July 07, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.18 MBOver the weekend, two of America’s most controversial pipelines were shaken to the core: first, the Atlantic Coast pipeline project was completely dropped; and on Monday, a court ordered to shut down the Dakota Access pipeline. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains the decisions on both cases, and what it says about the Trump administration’s approach to getting these projects through. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament ...
The courts overhaul FERC’s tolling orders
July 02, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MBFor years, FERC’s tolling orders have stalled action against gas pipelines nationwide. But earlier this week, a DC circuit court put an end to the agency’s use of the order, a decision POLITICO’s Gavin Bade says will transform the FERC's daily operations. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Democrats plant their climate marker
July 01, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.02 MBSince retaking the House, Democratic leaders haveworked to create a climate plan. And on Tuesday, the House special Committee on Climate Crisis outlined its policy proposal to avoid the worst consequences of climate change and reach net zero emissions by 2050. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
The floods FEMA is missing
June 30, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MBAccording to the government’s floodplain, 8 million homes are prone to flooding in the next 100 years. But a new study released Monday suggests the number could be nearly double. POLITICO’s Zack Colman looks at why rising tides are raising the odds, and how it could impact some already vulnerable communities. Zack Colman is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer...
Energy gets a bond boost
June 29, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.85 MBNew data from the Federal Reserve shows it's spending big on bonds to help energy companies during the pandemic. POLITICO's Zack Colman breaks down the data — and why some Democrats are wary of buying corporate debt from energy firms. Zack Colman is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Adrienne Hurst is an associate producer for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of PO...
How to rescue the environment and the economy at once
June 26, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBDuring the Great Depression, President Franklin D. Roosevelt started the Conservation Corps to create thousands of jobs while investing in America’s public spaces and the environment. Now, some House lawmakers want to revive the program in order to create millions of eco-friendly jobs. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Po...
The pipeline threatening 2 great lakes
June 25, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MBLast week, Enbridge reported an issue in the stretch of a pipeline that could be catastrophic for Lakes Michigan and Huron. Today, POLITICO Energy and native Michigander Ben Lefebvre reports that the state is taking aggressive legal action to force the company to shut down that portion of the pipeline and hand over more information of exactly what happened. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is ...
Why did the DOJ investigate California’s auto emission standards deal?
June 24, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.96 MBThe Justice Department launched an antitrust violations investigation into last year’s deal between California and four major automakers. Now, POLITICO’s Alex Guillen and Leah Nylen are reporting that a top DOJ official says the investigation was motivated by the president’s ongoing fight with California. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. C...
Infrastructure week – House edition
June 23, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBOn Monday, House Democrats unveiled an ambitious infrastructure package that surpassed the trillion dollar mark, including money for green energy, water, and energy efficiency. POLITICO’s Gavin Bade, Anthony Adragna and Eric Wolff break down the package. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
The new water rule is in
June 22, 2020 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBStarting today, thousands of creeks and other bodies of water will not be under federal protection for the first time in decades. Plus, the EPA misses the deadline on 9 chemical studies. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
Nancy Beck’s troubled path to CPSC
June 19, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.53 MBBack in March, president Trump nominated Nancy Beck to the chair of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. But as senators look into her record on PFAS, POLITICO’s Alex Guillen and Annie Snider are reporting that some lawmakers are breaking party lines on supporting her. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast...
The Senate (finally) passes a landmark conservation bill
June 18, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBCovering Congress and bills can be a lot like running a marathon. And yesterday, the Great American Outdoors Act finally crossed the Senate’s finish line. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna, on why the bill finally made it through, and how it could help Republicans keep the Senate. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podca...
Solar homeowners: Don’t head to the bank yet!
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBHomeowners with solar panels on their roofs usually get paid for the excess energy they produce. But POLITICO’s Gavin Bade reports that a FERC dispute could cut back on how much utilities pay for this energy. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
The US-Russia gas battle for Europe
June 16, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBIn recent years, America’s natural gas companies have thrived exporting across the world. But in Europe, America’s gas is second to Russia, and a nearly finished pipeline could make matters worse. America Hernandez, POLITICO Europe’s energy reporter, discusses the future of Nordstream 2, and the impact it could have on the world stage. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of...
How Sen. Murkowski wants to help the energy industry
June 15, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.88 MBSince the protests over the killing of George Floyd, few Republicans in congress have commented on the president’s response to the protests. Sen. Lisa Murkowski is one of them, and she told POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna she doesn’t fear for the consequences of criticizing the president Trump. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is ...
The diversity problem in the energy sector
June 12, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBDespite their recent statements supporting racial equality and diversity, energy companies have failed for years to diversify their staff. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Gavin Bade talked with people in the industry about why the energy sector lacks minority employees and leadership. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politic...
Opening Florida for offshore drilling
June 11, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBIf there’s one thing that unites most Floridians, it’s their opposition to offshore drilling. But the Trump administration has other plans. Yesterday, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reported the Interior Department has a plan to open the eastern part of the gulf coast to offshore drilling after the presidential election. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio depa...
Rep. Paul Tonko and the nuclear question
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBOn Tuesday, POLITICO’s sustainability editor Nick Juliano asked Rep. Paul Tonko, the top House Democrat on climate change, about the role of nuclear power as America strives for net-zero emissions. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna joins Nick Juliano to discuss Rep. Tonko’s position. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Poli...
A new threat to the housing market
June 09, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MBAmerican cities along the coasts have grown larger and larger despite being prone to floods and other natural disasters. But POLITICO’s Zack Colman and Katy O’Donnell report this growth has largely ignored climate threats, and this could crush the mortgage market. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
The legislative battle to save clean energy jobs
June 08, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBThe clean energy sector has lost more than 600,000 jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to industry group estimates. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna spoke to lawmakers about the partisan split over what - if anything - should be done about it. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's au...
Is Biden turning greener?
June 05, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBAfter having one of the least aggressive environmental platforms in the Democratic race, Joe Biden has decided to expand his climate plan. But is it enough to lure progressives? POLITICO’s Zack Colman explores the tradeoffs of embracing a more ambitious agenda to fight climate change. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Poli...
The stakes for environmental groups in the fight for racial equality
June 04, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBAs protests for racial equality continue across the country since the killing of George Floyd, environmental groups are challenged to look inwards at the diversity within their own groups, and outwards at the way in which they should get involved. POLITICO’s Zack Colman, Ben Lefebvre and Gavin Bade spoke with environmentalists and with minorities to explore the role of activists and of organizations in these times.
How Europe is coming out of the pandemic greener
June 03, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.29 MBAfter months of lockdowns, Europeans are rediscovering their cities in a new way: car-free. POLITICO’s Joshua Posaner, on why big cities across the EU are adopting new pedestrian and bike-friendly policies. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
The states’ Error 401: environmental rule not found
June 02, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.58 MBOn Monday, the Trump administration issued a new rule limiting the scope of a rule under which states could veto an infrastructure project over environmental concerns. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains why the EPA is taking this power away from the states. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.
Second strike for Interior official
June 01, 2020 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBA senior Interior Department official and top man at the EPA meet at a Gipsy Kings concert, what could go wrong? According to the Interior’s inspector general, abuse of public office. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reports. Plus, Tom Steyer works to make California’s economic recovery eco-friendly.
How oil is recovering from Covid-19
May 29, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MBIt was just over a month ago that US oil prices hit a grim milestone: they closed the day well below 0. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reports how prices are doing a month later, and what’s the health of the sector entering into the summer. Plus, COP-26 is moved to November 2021. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcas...
Reopening the great outdoors
May 28, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.44 MBAs part of the reopening of the American society, the Interior Department is gradually coordinating the reopening of America’s national parks. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna breaks down how the department is doing it, and what the concerns are over being too eager in allowing people back to the outdoors. Plus, states finally sue over Trump’s auto emissions standard rule. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny...
Sage Grouse vs. Oil and Gas
May 27, 2020 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBLast week, a federal judge in Montana says the habitat of the nearly-endangered sage grouse habitat was more important than drilling and mining, and overruled more than 400 leases for projects. Plus, Oakland can’t keep coal away from its next shipping terminal, no matter how much it upsets residents. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos...