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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released its sixth loan disbursement to Holtec International for the restart of the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan.
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Energy Department extends emergency authority supporting Puerto Rico's power grid repairs

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced an extension of emergency orders aimed at strengthening Puerto Rico’s electric grid.
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Department of Energy revises NEPA rules to streamline energy project approvals

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced updates to its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures.
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Energy Department withdraws from Columbia River System MOU

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright announced that the Department of Energy, in collaboration with several federal agencies, has officially withdrawn from the Columbia River System Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
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Trump blocks Biden-era Columbia River Basin policy

The Department of Energy has issued a statement from U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright regarding a recent Presidential Memorandum signed by President Trump.
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Trump officials push for Alaskan energy expansion during state visit

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, alongside Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, recently visited Alaska to promote President Trump's energy agenda.
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U.S. Department of Energy rescinds federal efficiency regulations on household appliances

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the rescission of federal efficiency regulations on household appliances, following a directive from President Trump.
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U.S., Saudi Arabia sign agreements on energy cooperation and critical minerals

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has formalized agreements with Saudi Arabia, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation and a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) on critical minerals.
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Energy Secretary comments on President Trump's 2026 budget

The Department of Energy has issued a statement from U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright regarding the release of President Trump's 2026 budget.
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Energy Secretary visits Rinnai facility, marks 100 days of energy policy changes

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright visited Rinnai America Corporation's manufacturing facility in Griffin, Georgia, to mark the Trump Administration's first 100 days of energy policy implementation.
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The Department of Energy removes barriers for liquefied natural gas exporters

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the elimination of regulatory hurdles affecting U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.
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DOE approves second loan disbursement for Palisades Nuclear Plant

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the release of a second loan disbursement to Holtec for the Palisades Nuclear Plant.
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Secretary Wright to discuss energy policy at CERAWeek

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright is set to deliver a keynote address at the 43rd annual CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston on March 10, 2025.
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Secretary Wright visits Los Alamos, Sandia Labs; emphasizes AI leadership

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently visited Los Alamos National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico, emphasizing the importance of leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear modernization.
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U.S. Department of Energy honors Black history month with focus on energy pioneers

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has issued a statement in recognition of National Black History Month, celebrated in February 2025.
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Chris Wright discusses U.S. energy policy at CPAC

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently addressed the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), where he discussed energy policies and the Trump administration's stance on energy production.
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Energy Department delays appliance efficiency standards to boost consumer choice

The U.S. Department of Energy, under the direction of President Donald Trump and Secretary Chris Wright, has announced a delay in implementing seven energy efficiency mandates from the previous Biden-Harris administration.
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Commonwealth LNG receives first non-FTA export approval under Trump administration

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, alongside President Trump, announced a new export authorization for the Commonwealth LNG project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
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Secretary Wright meets with Crown Prince of Jordan on energy collaboration

U.S. Department of Energy Press Secretary Ben Dietderich announced a meeting between U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II of Jordan.
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Chris Wright confirmed as new Secretary of Energy

Chris Wright has been confirmed as the 17th Secretary of the Department of Energy, following his nomination by President Donald J. Trump.
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