White House announces new Grand Canyon monument to further climate agenda
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 18, 2023
President Joe Biden recently designated a new Arizona national monument in the Grand Canyon, granting 1 million acres of land to Tribal nations, furthering his pledge on climate resilience and conservation.
U.S. Bureau Grants $501 Million Loan to Boost I-25 Improvements in Colorado
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 18, 2023
The U.S. Build America Bureau awarded a $501 million low-interest loan to the Colorado Transportation Investment Office in a strategic move to significantly upgrade a 61-mile stretch of the I-25 highway.
USDOT Announces Second Year of SMART Grants Program
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 17, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation launched its second year of the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation Grants Program.
House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party seeks information on Chinese tracking American tech
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 16, 2023
House Select Members of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) have reached out to Jessica Rosenworcel, Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission, seeking information concerning security issues related to Chinese cellular modules and their impact on American electronic devices.
DOT committed $13.4 million to promote eco-friendly, walkable communities through its Transit-Oriented Development Planning program
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 16, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation committed $13.4 million to promote eco-friendly, walkable communities through its Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning program, emphasizing affordable housing and sustainable growth.
DOE: Up To $1.2 Billion For Nation’s First Direct Air Capture Demonstrations in Texas and Louisiana
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 15, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced up to $1.2 billion to propel the progress of two commercial-scale direct air capture facilities in Texas and Louisiana.
DOE, U.S. said $37 million in funding to build research capacity, infrastructure, and expertise at institutions historically underrepresented institutions
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 14, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced $37 million in funding for 52 projects aimed at enhancing research capacity, infrastructure and expertise at institutions historically underrepresented in DOE’s Office of Science portfolio.
U.S. Regulator: Electric grid 'can face challenges in meeting above-normal peak demand if wind generator energy output is lower than expected'
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 14, 2023
A May report by the North American Electric Reliability Council indicated several U.S. regions face risks of electricity supply shortfalls this summer during periods of more extreme conditions because of high demand forecasts and low wind and solar energy conditions.
China: The FCC proposes a new smart device security measure and seeks public input
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 14, 2023
The Federal Communications Commission recently announced a newly proposed security measure for smart devices.
Meyer: 'We urge EPA to comprehensively analyze the potential reliability risks of its proposal'
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 10, 2023
The American Petroleum Institute expressed concern about proposed energy production regulations from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Melugin: 'Suspected cartel gunmen armed with rifles and body armor' crossed the Texas border
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 9, 2023
Bill Melugin, a national correspondent for Fox News, said a group of armed cartel gunmen were seen on camera illegally crossing the border into Texas.
Granholm: Supporting scientists, researchers 'will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of scientific discovery'
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 9, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy revealed 93 early-career scientists nationwide have been chosen to receive a total of $135 million in funding for their research.
PayPal launches USD-backed stablecoin
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 8, 2023
PayPal recently launched a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin called PayPal USD (PYUSD) Aug. 7.
