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Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Energy Sector Oil & Gas

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2025 Perspectives in Private Equity: Energy

As an industry at the frontline of navigating a shifting policy backdrop under the new Trump administration, pre-imposition of “Independence Day” Tariffs, energy was experiencing a growth in interest from private equity...more

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Executive Order: Unleashing American Energy

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Date Issued: Jan. 20, 2025 This executive order puts forth a federal energy policy agenda that seeks to establish American energy dominance through a combination of new policy actions, as well as rescinding several...more

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Energy Emergency and Environmental Rollbacks: What Recent Executive Orders Mean for Environmental Policies and Regulated Industry

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Within hours of his inauguration on January 20, 2025, Trump signed 26 executive orders, several of which directly altered United States environmental policy. From climate change to wind energy leases, the changes in policy...more

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President Trump Redefines Federal Environmental Policy Through His First Day of Executive Orders

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Hours after his inauguration, President Donald Trump signed 26 executive orders (EOs). These EOs rescinded 80 prior executive actions issued by President Joe Biden’s Administration, including several that were key to...more

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Trump Executive Actions Impacting Renewable Energy

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On President Trump’s first and second days in office, the new administration released a flurry of executive actions, in the form of both memorandums and executive orders, focused on the energy industry:...more

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With Executive Orders, President Trump Reshapes Federal Environmental and Energy Policy

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The first day of any presidential administration is filled with both ceremony and bureaucracy. The first day of the second Trump Administration was no different....more

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The Trump Administration’s Day-One Executive Actions: Impacts on Energy and Environmental Policy and More

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On January 20, 2025, President Trump re-assumed the presidency with a flurry of executive orders and memoranda, many of which directly impacted energy and environmental issues. These orders included a production-minded...more

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Trump 2.0: The Changing Landscape of Renewable Energy Regulation

The Trump administration is expected to take quick and decisive action to weaken the IRA once he takes office. Trump’s vow to end delays in federal drilling permits and leases for oil and gas production could benefit...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Oil & Gas in 2025: Emerging Trends & Predictions

As we enter 2025 with a new president in the White House and Republicans in control of both the House and the Senate, we can look forward to a significant shift in the landscape for oil & gas transactions. The second Trump...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

Mintz - Energy & Sustainability Viewpoints

2024 Post-Election Analysis: Energy & Sustainability

In the month since the presidential election, some things are starting to become clearer though many questions remain....more

Mintz - Energy & Sustainability Viewpoints

Energy & Sustainability Washington Update — December 2024

Coming up on a month since the presidential election, some things are starting to become clearer, though many questions remain. We will release a Viewpoints article in the next week that will be a more in-depth assessment of...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Energy Policy Priorities for the 119th Congress and Trump Administration

President-elect Trump has been outspoken about his intent to reverse many of the Biden administration’s clean energy legislative and regulatory actions. We expect that the second Trump administration will seek to repeal...more

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Federal Gas Flaring Rule Enjoined by District Court

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Once again, a federal district court has enjoined enforcement of a rule implemented by a wayward federal agency as it governs oil and gas activities. This one is North Dakota, et al v. US Department of Interior, et al. from...more

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Carbon Quarterly – Volume 9

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Carbon Quarterly is a newsletter covering developments in carbon policy, law, and innovation. No matter your views on climate change policy, there is no avoiding an increasing focus on carbon regulation, resiliency planning,...more

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Energy Chairman Manchin's Permitting Bill Moves Through Committee in Careful Balancing Act

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After two years of continuous behind-the-scenes work, Sen. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va), who chairs the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, joined by Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), released S. 4753, the Energy...more

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$850 Million Now Available for Methane Emission Reduction Efforts: Applications Due Aug. 26

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on June 21, 2024, released a $850 million Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) to reduce methane emissions from oil and natural gas...more

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Navigating the New Frontier: Updates to Federal Onshore Oil and Gas Leasing Rules and Regulations

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The Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule (FMLLP), which was announced by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on April 12, 2024, represents a significant update to the Federal onshore oil and gas leasing framework....more

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Geopolitics and decarbonization in the mining & metals sector

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Geography—as much as geology—is driving commercial activity and opportunities for mining & metals firms as decarbonization accelerates - The old adage—credited to J. Paul Getty—goes, "The meek shall inherit the Earth, but...more

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Philadelphia Bridge Collapse Crystalizes Fossil Fuel Debate

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The explosion and fire of a tanker truck just north of Center City Philadelphia, leading to the collapse of sections of Interstate 95, one of the most heavily traveled roads in the United States and the chief highway...more

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[Webinar] Navigating the New Energy Landscape - Impact on Oil & Gas - June 6th, 12:30 pm ET

Join the McDermott Energy & Project Finance Practice Group for its spring webinar series: Navigating the New Energy Landscape. Register for Impact on Oil & Gas where we will discuss the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act...more

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What is an “Energy Community” - IRS Provides Guidance on Key Aspect of the Inflation Reduction Act

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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has been called the most aggressive climate investment ever undertaken by the U.S. Congress. With approximately $370 billion dollars in funding over the next 10 years, it is projected that...more

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Will Geopolitics Accelerate or Moderate Investment in Renewable Energy?

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Womble Bond Dickinson’s Houston office hosted a panel event - “Navigating the Complexities of Energy Transition: Balancing Energy Security with Net Zero Goals” – which featured discussions with energy industry executives. One...more

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Carbon Quarterly – Special Edition

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Carbon Quarterly is a newsletter covering developments in carbon policy, law, and innovation. No matter your views on climate change policy, there is no avoiding an increasing focus on carbon regulation, resiliency planning,...more

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IRS Asks for Comment on Whether Existing Fossil-Based Hydrogen Production Methods Should be Eligible for the IRA Production Tax...

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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) contained an enormous benefit - valued in the billions of dollars - for the U.S. hydrogen industry in the form of a Production Tax Credit (PTC) for “qualified” green hydrogen produced over...more

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