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White House accused of violating IRA over new offshore oil restrictions
In a move to balance environmental protection and energy industry interests, the White House has taken steps to prevent oil and gas drilling on more than 6 million acres of federal waters. Industry groups have contested the decision, asserting that it contradicts the Biden administration’s own Inflation Reduction Act and threatens American energy security. “Today’s… -
Meet Orion, the next-generation vessel that’s key to the US offshore wind push
As the United States aims to embrace the next generation of renewable energy, advanced technology takes center stage in propelling ambitious projects forward. Orion, a new vessel originating from Belgium that was christened last year, has been dispatched to the U.S. shores with the task of constructing a wind farm situated 35 miles off the… -
UN adviser on AI: Deepfake tech is ‘greatest threat to democracy’
As the 2024 election cycle begins to unfold, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining prominence, but concerns are growing about its potential impact on democratic processes. The United Nations (UN) has expressed apprehension, particularly due to the proliferation of deepfake technology that some within the organization have labeled “the greatest threat to democracy.”… -
State legislators propose bans on Chinese land ownership in the US
In response to a number of recent national security concerns, including spy balloons and espionage within the military, state legislators are moving to put restrictions on Chinese land ownership in the United States. A Washington Post analysis of data compiled by the advocacy group Asian Pacific American Justice found that lawmakers in 33 states have… -
EV drivers’ frustration with charging options is at an all-time high: report
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers’ frustration with charging options has hit a new all-time high. According to a recent study from J.D. Power, EV consumer satisfaction with public Level 2 charging has reached its lowest point since data collection first began in 2021. Meanwhile, drivers reported an even sharper decrease in their approval of fast chargers.… -
Inflation Reduction Act ties renewable energy projects to more oil lease sales
Touted by the Environmental Protection Agency as “the most significant climate legislation in U.S. history,” the Inflation Reduction Act also contains a variety of concessions to Big Oil companies. Buried within the legislation is a set of provisions that ties the advancement of some future renewable energy projects to increased American oil and gas production.… -
Fire hazards from EV batteries pose new challenges for first responders
As the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), e-bikes and scooters continues to increase, the potential fire hazards created by their rechargeable lithium-ion batteries have been posing new challenges for first responders. Fire departments across the country are grappling with the challenges of handling these battery-related fires, which can be more complex and resource-intensive to extinguish… -
Push to limit emissions via carbon removal could cost airlines, travelers
In an effort to combat climate change, the U.S. government has launched an initiative aimed at catalyzing the burgeoning carbon removal industry. The Energy Department has recently unveiled a 1.2 billion plan that will attempt to establish a market for removing carbon dioxide already present in the atmosphere, with an initial focus on constructing the… -
White House EV push prompts concerns among unions as labor tensions rise
In a bid to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), the White House is spearheading a multi-billion-dollar initiative that now also threatens to disrupt President Joe Biden’s pro-labor platform ahead of his 2024 reelection bid. The administration’s plan, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and curbing the reliance on traditional gas-powered vehicles, has caused… -
Wind energy faces setback as rising costs jeopardize new projects
Wind energy is facing a multi-billion dollar setback that some in the sector are calling the “industry’s first crisis.” New reports from The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post point to problems with public approval and financing. These issues have resulted in 10 planned offshore wind projects spanning along the coasts of the United… -
Could EV battery swapping be a solution to charging station shortages?
As the electric vehicle (EV) revolution gains momentum, one of the primary challenges has been the scarcity of charging stations to cater to the rapidly increasing number of EV users. To ease the burden on battery charging infrastructure, a Northern California-based startup called Ample has been exploring battery swapping methods that have proved successful elsewhere… -
Minefields in Ukraine roughly the size of Florida slow counteroffensive
The conflict in Ukraine, which began more than a year and a half ago, shows no signs of abating even as Ukrainian forces have initiated their counteroffensive against Russia. Recent actions by the U.S. government indicate that the war is expected to carry on for some time. “We want to make sure that the Ukrainians… -
Biden OKs sending 3k reserve troops to Europe amid Russia-Ukraine war
The Biden administration has granted approval for the Pentagon to send an additional 3,000 U.S. troops to Europe, joining the tens of thousands of reserves that were deployed there last year in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The exact timeline for mobilizing the extra manpower and integrating them with the existing reserves stationed to…
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