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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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U.S. Department of Energy announces new senior staff appointments
Today, the U.S. Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, announced several appointments to the Department's senior leadership team.
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Secretary Wright unveils plan for boosting U.S. energy production
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has signed a Secretarial Order aimed at advancing American energy initiatives in line with President Trump's executive orders.
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Chris Wright sworn in as U.S. Secretary of Energy
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright issued a statement following his swearing-in as the 17th Secretary of Energy.
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Aerial radiation survey planned in New Orleans ahead of Super Bowl
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) is set to conduct aerial radiation assessment surveys over New Orleans and nearby areas from February 2 to February 6.
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Trump ends pause on LNG export permits; receives widespread support
Following President Donald J. Trump's directive to "unleash American Energy Dominance," the Department of Energy has ended the pause on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export permits initiated during the Biden administration.
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U.S. Department of Energy resumes LNG export evaluations
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the end of a pause on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, following guidance from President Donald J. Trump to promote "American Energy Dominance."
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U.S. Department of Energy highlights achievements under Jigar Shah's leadership
Jigar Shah, who served as Director of the Loan Programs Office (LPO) at the U.S. Department of Energy from March 2021 to January 2025, played a significant role in advancing clean energy initiatives in the United States.
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DOE provides $15 billion loan guarantee for PG&E's clean energy expansion
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $15 billion loan guarantee to Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E).
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DOE backs $584M loan guarantee for solar and storage projects in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office (LPO) has announced the approval of a $584.5 million loan guarantee to subsidiaries of Convergent Energy and Power Inc., a leading energy storage solutions provider in North America.
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Secretary Granholm reflects on achievements in farewell address to National Labs
In a recent farewell address, Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm expressed her gratitude to the National Labs for their contributions over the past four years.
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DOE outlines sustainable natural gas goals at industry workshop
The Department of Energy (DOE) has outlined its strategy for advancing sustainable natural gas during the DGCC Load Growth Market Workshop.
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17 states and territories receive a total of $66M in DOE RLF grants
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $66 million to 17 states and territories through its Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Capitalization Grant Program. The RLF assists states in making capital available to fund energy efficiency projects in public buildings.
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DOE Announces New Actions to Enhance America’s Global Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has taken significant steps to boost America's global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) by announcing a series of initiatives aimed at promoting innovation, enhancing national security, and addressing the climate crisis. These actions are part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda and are aligned with the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of AI.According to U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm, "Artificial intelligence can help crack the code on our toughest challenges...
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DOE Announces Winners of 34th Annual National Science Bowl®
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the winners of the 34th National Science Bowl®, a nationwide academic competition that tests students' knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics. Students from Lexington High School in Massachusetts and BASIS Independent Bellevue in Washington emerged victorious in this prestigious competition.U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm congratulated the winning teams, stating, "Congratulations to the wonderfully brilliant minds from BASIS Independent Bellevue and Lexington High School for winning the 2024...
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DOE Reduces Regulatory Hurdles For Energy Storage, Transmission, and Solar Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced significant revisions to its Environmental Review Rule, aimed at reducing costs and delays for key grid resilience and clean energy projects. The amendments focus on simplifying the environmental review process for certain energy storage systems, transmission line upgrades, and solar photovoltaic systems.In a statement, DOE highlighted its commitment to supporting the development of clean energy and infrastructure, stating, "DOE is taking these steps to reduce the cost and time for environmental analysis...
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Biden-Harris Administration Takes Steps to Accelerate Electric Grid Modernization
DOE Announces New Federal Permitting Rule To Slash Transmission Review Timelines in Half While Maintaining Integrity of the Environmental Review Process, New $331 Million Investment to Add More Than 2,000 Megawatts Across the Western U.S. GridWASHINGTON, D.C.— The Biden-Harris Administration unveiled a final transmission permitting reform rule and a new $331 million commitment to enhance grid capacity in the Western United States, marking a significant step towards a resilient, reliable, and modernized electric grid.John Podesta, Senior Advisor to the President for...