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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has published an analysis critical of the Environmental Protection Agency's proposal for new carbon-emission standards for coal- and natural gas-fired power plants. The analysis by the Chamber's Global Energy Institute determined the EPA used a flawed methodology in its cost-benefits calculations.
Energy
Granholm: ‘Today’s funding will expand the reach of the Weatherization Assistance Program’
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm announced on June 27 that the newly allocated funding will extend the coverage of the Weatherization Assistance Program, benefiting additional low-income households and generating clean energy jobs.
Energy
Granholm: ‘DOE is demonstrating scalable and replicable clean energy models that will create healthier and safer K-12 schools’
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm highlighted the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) efforts to showcase scalable and replicable clean energy models that will enhance the health and safety of K-12 schools in a statement on June 29.
Energy
Granholm: ‘These projects funded by President Biden’s Investing in American agenda will slash industrial emissions’
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced it is funding $135 million for projects designed to reduce carbon emissions in the industrial sector. The funding will support 40 selected projects in 21 states.
Energy
ITIF calls investments to decarbonize heavy-duty trucks 'disproportionately low'
Despite making up only 5% of the number of vehicles on the road, medium and heavy-duty trucks (MHDTs) are responsible for 30% of the carbon emissions in the transportation industry, and a new report from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) said research spending is insufficient.
Energy
Granholm: American people need 'a safe and resilient electric grid'
The U.S. Department of Energy announced that the second cohort for the Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants of more than $77 million has been chosen.
Energy
Granholm: Energy ‘is working to jump-start solar energy careers’ in underserved communities
Projects in more than 13 states that address inclusion in the solar energy workforce have been selected for award negotiations for a $13.5 million U.S. Department of Energy funding program.
Energy
Granholm: U.S. ‘leading the way in developing advanced battery technologies’
Deadlines have been announced for programs through the U.S. Department of Energy that will invest in battery recycling, battery research and development and a battery recycling contest.
Energy
Granholm: Small- and medium-sized manufacturers 'will position the U.S. to lead the global clean energy transition"
The U.S. Department of Energy unveiled an $80 million grant program designed to empower small and medium-sized manufacturers in boosting energy efficiency and emissions reduction.
Energy
Granholm: 'Accelerating the deployment of hydrogen is key' for a clean energy future
The Biden-Harris administration recently unveiled the U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap, a comprehensive plan aimed at accelerating the production, processing, delivery, storage and utilization of clean hydrogen.
Energy
Barrasso: 'No company beholden to Communist China should be considered for U.S. government grants or loans'
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), said in a statement that he was "stunned" it took as long as it did for the Biden administration to retract a multimillion-dollar grant from a Texas-based company with ties to China.
Energy
Argonne National Lab, UIC collaborate for Next Generation Electrochemistry workshop
The U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) announced they are joining forces to co-host the Next Generation Electrochemistry (NGenE) workshop Monday through Friday.
Energy
Granholm: DOE works 'to take fusion energy past the lab and toward the grid'
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced $46 million for eight companies advancing fusion power plant designs and research.
Energy
Washington U.S. senator pushes funding for clean energy
As the country struggles to find a balance between spending and creating more debt, national politicians are contending with arguments over how much funding to allot for a variety of services.
Energy
Agencies sued for clarity over proposed gas stove ban: 'Anything but clear... about its intentions'
The Functional Government Initiative (FGI) announced its decision to sue four federal agencies over records relating to the alleged plans of the Biden administration to ban new gas stoves.
Energy
Energy Department authorizes $34 million for Native American, Alaska Native communities
Clean energy projects for 18 American Indian and Alaska Native communities received $34 million from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Energy
Energy Department starts application process for Renew America's Nonprofits grant
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced it has commenced the application process for the Renew America's Nonprofits grant, offering funding to reduce energy usage in buildings owned and operated by 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
Energy
Bitcoin Policy Institute senior fellow on DAME Tax: 'This isn’t serious economics'
The White House's Council of Economic Advisors (CEA) has published a blog post expanding on the new Digital Asset Mining Energy (DAME) excise tax, which is included in President Biden's proposed fiscal year 2024 budget.
Energy
Granholm: 'Less pollution, cleaner air and more jobs are the upshots' of infrastructure investments
Twelve projects that will increase and improve the U.S.'s carbon-management capabilities are getting more than $250 million in federal funds.
Energy
Tallapragada: 'Technologists can play a critical role in the reduction of global carbon emissions’
A cloud-based software company based in San Francisco, Calif., launched an initiative to help reduce carbon emissions associated with software development.
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