Permitting reform is needed to improve at-risk dams and keep clean, affordable hydropower online in the U.S.
Issue: Natural Resources & Energy Security
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10 Initial Thoughts on the Permitting Reform Act of 2024
While more reforms will be needed, the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024 is a good start.
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Looming Bank Regulations Could Raise Your Energy Bill
While the intentions of B3E to strengthen and provide greater transparency to the global banking system are good, publicly-owned gas systems are concerned that the implementation of these banking regulations will be unduly onerous.
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LNG Exports: The Economic, Environmental and National Security Trifecta
It is time for the administration to press unpause on LNG exports and restore confidence in the market and America’s allies that we are a secure, reliable energy trading partner.
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California’s Train Regulations are Off the Rails
CARB would force North America's rail network to spend millions of dollars to comply with the regulation, increasing the cost of transporting goods, which would be passed on to consumers.
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Critical Minerals are Critical for Economic and National Security
In a new report, we outline a set of policy reforms to increase the domestic supply of critical minerals.
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Oil and Gas Aims to Boost Productivity, Reduce Emissions
By embracing innovative technologies and practices, energy companies are proving that it's possible to provide the power the world needs while also reducing their carbon footprint.
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New Report Outlines Regulatory Barriers to Innovation
The U.S. is a world-class leader in research, development, and innovation. Fixing the problems that unnecessarily inhibit the commercialization process will make it even stronger.
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New NEPA Rules Will Delay Permits and Increase Emissions
Permitting Reforms Championed by House Republicans are the Lone Bright Spots in the Biden Admin’s NEPA Rule
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California’s Rail Regulation Is Bad Economic and Environmental Policy
While reducing emissions is a laudable goal, the EPA should reject CARB’s waiver request and work with the industry on a more realistic approach to bring low-emissions technology to freight rail.