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The DOE’s Minorities in Energy Industry Partner Network aims to build minorities’ capacity to compete for energy sector opportunities. On November 18, 2014 — the first anniversary of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Minorities in Energy Initiative (MIE) — DOE launched the MIE Industry Partner Network to increase engagement of underrepresented communities in the energy sector…....
EIA data show that U.S. crude oil and lease condensate production surpassed 8.6 million bbl/d in August 2014, the highest level since July 1986. On November 17, 2014, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) released a report highlighting that U.S. crude oil and lease condensate production exceeded 8.6 million barrels per day (bbl/d) in August, the…...
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed to approve the proposed Keystone XL pipeline project, marking the ninth time the House has voted to advance the project. On November 14, 2014, the U.S. House of Representatives approved H.R. 5682, a bill aimed to approve construction and operation of TransCanada’s proposed Keystone XL…...
ISO New England’s 2014 Regional System Plan underscores that retirements indicate the need for new resources to address future demand despite energy efficiency measures projected to flatten demand over time. On November 6, 2014, ISO New England (ISO-NE) issued the 2014 Regional System Plan, its annual guide on New England’s long term power-system planning efforts. The…...
The 2015 Fuel Economy Guide indicates that 2015 vehicle models comprise a larger number of fuel-efficient and low-emission vehicles in a broader range of classes and sizes compared to previous years. On November 6, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) released the 2015 Fuel Economy Guide providing information on…...
The DOE has announced four research projects focused on advanced technologies to improve gasification systems for greater power generation efficiency and environmental performance. On November 6, 2014, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced funding for four projects focused on next-generation gasification systems that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The research projects will develop technologies that…...
The EPA has announced the largest penalty under the Clean Air Act, requiring automakers Hyundai and Kia to pay $100M for violating tailpipe GHG emission standards. On November 3, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a settlement resolving alleged Clean Air Act violations of Hyundai and Kia for…...
The White House has released federal agencies’ sustainability and climate plans outlining methods to incorporate energy and climate considerations into their decision-making. On October 31, 2014 – the fifth anniversary of the 2009 Executive Order on Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance – the White House released federal agencies’ sustainability and climate change adaptation plans, detailing…...
The BLM has released the final environmental review of the proposed GMT1 project, facilitating the first commercial oil and gas activity on NPR-A. On October 29, 2014, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued the final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the proposed Greater Mooses Tooth Unit 1 (GMT1) project, facilitating the first commercial…...
N Governor Cuomo has announced the establishment of a strategic fuel reserve in Upstate New York to address potential emergency supply gaps. On October 29, 2014, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the Upstate Strategic Fuel Reserve Program to address potential disruptions in fuel supply during storms and emergencies. The reserve comprises six terminals…...
The EPA has issued a supplemental proposal to the Clean Power Plan to address power plant emissions in Indian Country and U.S. territories. On October 28, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a supplemental proposal to the June 2014 Clean Power Plan to limit carbon emissions from electric generating units (EGUs) in Indian Country…...
A federal appeals court has lifted the stay of EPA’s Cross-State Air Pollution Rule which addresses interstate transport of air pollution that affects downwind states’ ability to meet air quality standards. On October 23, 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit granted the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) motion to lift…...