President Biden Commits U.S. to Achieve 50 Percent Emissions Reductions in 2030

President Biden’s Budget Requests $51 Billion for Energy Department Initiatives

President Joe Biden’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 includes $51 billion in discretionary funds for the U.S. Energy Department, a 7.5 percent increase from the 2023 level. The proposal reinforces the administration’s commitment to tackle climate, energy, environmental, and nuclear security challenges. With a focus on combating climate change and promoting economic growth, the…

U.S. Energy Department Announces $420 million to Accelerate Clean Energy Initiatives

U.S. Energy Department Announces $425 Million to Advance Clean Energy in Former Coal Communities

The U.S. Energy Department on March 8 announced a $425 million funding initiative for the second round of projects under the Advanced Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program, building upon the success of the first round in 2023. The initial round resulted in $275 million in federal investments distributed across seven selected projects in seven states…....

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Low Carbon Fuels 2024 03 12 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Western States Advance Clean Fuel Policies to Lower Transportation Emissions

A growing number of states across the U.S. are considering clean fuel programs to limit the carbon intensity of transportation fuels and to incentivize the production of low-carbon and renewable alternatives.

Pacific Gas and Electric Proposes Subscription Pricing for Commercial Electric Vehicles to Boost Investment

California Commission Launches Initiative for Transportation Firms to Electrify Fleets

The California Public Utilities Commission has issued a decision initiating the first phase of the California Clean Miles Standard Program, a joint effort with the California Air Resources Board, to devise innovative strategies for transportation companies to combat emissions. The move sets the path for transportation firms to electrify their fleets to help the transportation…

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U.S. Gasoline and Diesel Prices Increase Due to Reduced Refinery Activity: EIA

U.S. gasoline and diesel prices rose during February although retail average prices are below 2023 levels for this time of the year, according to a March 6 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The price increase can be attributed to the sharp decline in refinery utilization and decreasing regional inventories across the major…...

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U.S. Crude Oil Production Rises Due to Enhanced Wells Productivity: EIA

U.S. crude oil production has risen significantly over the last decade, in line with productivity increases at new wells according to a Mar .5 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The U.S. became the world’s largest crude oil producer in 2018 and as of October 2023 accounts for about 16 percent of total…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Natural Gas 2024 03 05 Blog preview 1

Gas Utility Planning Strategies Aim for Cost-Effective Solutions to Meet Emissions Reduction Goals

Multiple states in the U.S. have initiated long-term proceedings to examine the operations of natural gas utilities, aiming to incorporate the implications of electrification goals and…Read the full report  …...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Natural Gas 2024 03 05 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Gas Utility Planning Strategies Aim for Cost-Effective Solutions to Meet Emissions Reduction Goals

Multiple states in the U.S. have initiated long-term proceedings to examine the operations of natural gas utilities, aiming to incorporate the implications of electrification goals and emissions reduction requirements into the planning processes of distribution utilities.

U.S. EPA Reverses Finding That Formed Basis for Obama-Era Power Plant Mercury Rules

U.S. EPA Plans New Approach to Limit Emissions From Existing Gas-Fired Power Plants

The Environmental Protection Agency’s upcoming rule to limit carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants will omit existing natural gas-fired plants, according to a Feb. 29 statement. The rule is expected in April. The agency plans to take a new approach to address emissions from the existing gas-fired fleet, covering more pollutants and ensuring…...