Tag #Energy Policy

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House Republicans Push for Multi-Trillion Dollar Tax Cut Package

House Republicans are pushing for a vote on a tax cut package estimated to increase the federal deficit by $3.8 trillion over a decade, with offsetting spending cuts to programs like Medicaid and SNAP, impacting various income groups differently.

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Germany Plans Electricity Price Cuts for Industry Amidst Expert Warnings

Facing high electricity prices, German industries are paying around 20 cents per kilowatt-hour compared to 7 cents in the US and 8 cents in China. The new government plans to lower prices by 5 cents per kilowatt-hour, but experts warn of potential downsides, such as market distortions and incompatib...

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Empire Wind 1 Construction to Resume After Trump Administration Halt

After a temporary halt ordered by the Trump administration, construction of the Empire Wind 1 offshore wind farm in New York will resume, supporting 1,500 union jobs and aiming for 2027 operation, though the halt raised investor concern and highlighted political tensions around renewable energy.

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Denmark Reconsiders Nuclear Power Ban

Denmark, a leading European nation in renewable energy, is considering lifting its four-decade ban on nuclear power, initiating a year-long study to explore the potential of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a supplementary energy source to its wind and solar power, driven by the need for a more reli...

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Trump's Energy Policy Contradiction: Lower Prices, but No Oil Boom

The Trump administration's conflicting goals of increased US oil production and lower oil prices are challenged by OPEC's revised production forecasts, lower-than-expected US production increases, and the negative impact of Trump's trade policies on the US oil sector.

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Albanese Victory Opens Path for Long-Term Climate and Energy Policy in Australia

Australia's Albanese government, after winning a decisive election victory ending 15 years of insecure governments, has a chance to implement long-term policies to address climate change and boost its economy through renewable energy and hydrogen production, potentially reducing global emissions by ...

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Trump Administration Lifts Stop-Work Order on Empire Wind Project

The Trump administration lifted a month-long stop-work order on the $5 billion Empire Wind project off New York, potentially reviving a blocked gas pipeline project in a compromise with the state; construction can resume, impacting half a million homes by 2027.

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Strathcona's Hostile Takeover Bid Signals Confidence in Canadian Oil Sands Future

Strathcona Resources Ltd. launched a $5.93-billion hostile takeover bid for MEG Energy Corp. on March 23, reflecting confidence in new federal energy policies and the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion following discussions between the CEO and Prime Minister Carney.

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Belgium Reverses Nuclear Phase-Out, Paving Way for New Infrastructure

The Belgian Parliament repealed a 2003 law ending nuclear power production by 2025, allowing for the development of new nuclear infrastructure and potentially extending the lifespan of existing reactors beyond 2035, despite concerns about their safety and Engie's shifting strategy.

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Delayed Energy Transition in France: Local Initiatives Offer Alternative Solutions

France's 2050 carbon neutrality plan faces delays due to political opposition, while 30% of households experienced energy poverty in 2024; however, local initiatives in Bordeaux and Gironde are implementing citizen-led solutions focusing on sustainable food systems and community engagement.

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Economic Anxieties and Energy Costs Fuel Shift Away From Major Australian Political Parties

New research reveals that poor wage growth and high energy costs have contributed to a significant decline in support for Australia's major political parties since the 2007 election, with primary vote support dropping from over 83 percent to 63 percent in 2023, and studies suggest that this trend wi...

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Extremadura Rejects Valencia's Nuclear Tax Cut, Calls for Comprehensive Reform

Extremadura's regional government opposes Valencia's tax cut for its nuclear power plant, advocating for a comprehensive energy tax reform involving the central government and energy companies due to the central government's 70% increase in taxes on nuclear power in the last 5 years and the signific...

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