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Labor Shake-Up: Trump Reverses Biden Standards for Federally Funded EV and Clean Tech Projects

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In a sweeping rollback of Biden-era labor policy, the Trump administration recently rescinded a key executive order that tied federal funding for clean energy and infrastructure projects to pro-union commitments – signaling a...more

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Renewables’ Tactical Maneuver

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The growing demands of data centers are positioning renewables as essential, with wind, solar, and storage offering the most flexible and cost-effective solution to grid instability. This week, the New York Times reported...more

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Massachusetts Enacts New Climate Law to Promote Clean Energy

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Following climate laws passed in 2021 and 2022, Massachusetts has again enacted a new piece of climate-focused legislation. On November 21, 2024, Governor Maura Healey signed into law “An Act Promoting a Clean Energy Grid,...more

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Arkansas' Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Program: Arkansas Department of Transportation Announces Electric Vehicle...

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (“ADOT”) announced what it describes as: …an interactive webmap as a tool to view the current EV charging service gaps in Arkansas (“Map”)....more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

Key Electric Vehicle Measures in Massachusetts Clean Energy Bill

This is our third blog post discussing provisions in the 2024 Massachusetts Clean Energy Bill promoting the deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure. The first post provided an overview of the...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

2024 Clean Energy Bill Promotes Electric Vehicle Deployment Across Massachusetts

On November 21, 2024, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy signed into law a sweeping climate bill (St. 2024 c. 239, An Act Promoting a Clean Energy Grid, Advancing Equity and Protecting Ratepayers) packed with measures aimed...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

From “Energy Transition” to “Energy Security”: Assessing the Impact of the Republican Trifecta on the Energy Industry

With a renewed focus on domestic energy production and regulatory reform, the incoming administration signals significant shifts in U.S. energy and climate priorities. The incoming Trump Administration will prioritize...more

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Manitoba Announces New Affordable Energy Plan

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The Manitoba Affordable Energy Plan will provide significant opportunities for clean power and EV projects, including opportunities for First Nations and Métis communities to have majority interests on new wind projects....more

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Charging Ahead: Legal, Regulatory, and Operational Considerations for EV Infrastructure Development

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The rapid growth in electric vehicle (EV) sales in the United States has created an urgent demand for robust EV charging infrastructure. The demand for EV charging infrastructure is driven by the need to ensure the benefits...more

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WBD Energy Survey and the Innovation Interchange: The Energy Transition for Non-Energy Companies

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Energy is the cornerstone of our society and its availability, or lack thereof, touches every corner of our lives and impacts every business, regardless of sector. The availability of affordable energy on-demand is essential...more

Bennett Jones LLP

Electrification of Vehicles, Industry, Prompts BC Hydro's First Call for Power in 15 Years

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On June 15, 2023, the Government of British Columbia (the Government or Province) announced that BC Hydro would be moving forward with a call for new sources of 100 percent clean, renewable emission-free electricity, notably...more

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Commission Issues Long-Awaited Proposed Decision in Transportation Electrification (TE) Proceeding, Setting a Framework for...

On October 14, 2022, the assigned Commissioner (Rechtschaffen) issued a proposed decision (PD) on Transportation Electrification Policy and Investment in the pending rulemaking (R.) 18-12-006 before the California Public...more

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Hydrogen: Near Term Challenges & Long Term Opportunities

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Congress and the Biden Administration recognize hydrogen’s potential to address the clean energy imperative. This past year, The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act appropriated $8B of spending to build out clean hydrogen...more

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Comprehensive $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill to Provide Critical Support for Clean Energy

On November 15th, 2021, President Biden signed the highly anticipated $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. Among other infrastructure-related incentives, the bill includes billions in funding to help fight climate change and...more

Husch Blackwell LLP

Key Takeaways for Energy Companies from the Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act

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On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a monumental $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill. Given its wide scope, the bill will drive remarkable activity and...more

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Illinois Enacts Comprehensive Climate and Clean Energy Legislation

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In September, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the omnibus, 956-page climate and energy legislative package titled the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (the “CEJA”). The CEJA has an immediate effective date. Following years...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

FY 2022 Green Book goes big for green energy

On May 28, 2021, Treasury released the General Explanations of the Administration’s Fiscal Year 2022 Revenue Proposals, more commonly referred to as the Green Book. The issuance of the Green Book provides further detail on...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Buttigieg Confirmation Signals Increased Investment in Renewable Energy Infrastructure and Electric Vehicles

On February 3, 2021, Pete Buttigieg was sworn in as secretary of transportation after his nomination passed the US Senate 86-13. His confirmation means a likely boon for investment in US infrastructure, particularly for those...more

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Covid-19 Relief Legislation to Have Extenders for Renewables

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Last night, Congressional leaders announced an agreement on a $900 billion COVID relief bill. While the text of the bill has not been released as of this writing, people familiar with the negotiations have indicated that the...more

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Energy Snippets

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The impact of smart charging for EVs - With many new EVs now out-performing their fossil-powered counterparts’ capabilities on the road, energy planners are looking to bring innovation to the garage — 95% of a car’s time...more

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Energy Snippets

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Time for South Africans to take climate change seriously - Addressing parliamentary members during the SONA debate, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasised the need for citizens to take climate change seriously....more

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Maryland Opens 2019 Parking Lot Solar PV Canopy with EV Charger Grant Program

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The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) recently opened its Parking Lot Solar PV Canopy with EV Charger Grant Program for the 2019 fiscal year. The MEA intends for this program to address both Maryland’s solar and electric...more

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