The Biden administration has introduced new rules on hydrogen ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration in a bid to extend the efforts of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and advance the U.S. green transition.
New Hydrogen Rules
At the beginning of January, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal...
Trump is officially taking office on January 20th, and the energy landscape is poised to head in a new direction under the president-elect’s administration. With promises of “American energy dominance,” a new National Energy Council, and a renewed effort to meet ever-growing energy demands, a Trump presidency is sure...
As part of plans for a green transition, the U.S. is developing a strong critical minerals sector, which includes developing domestic mining projects and strengthening regional supply chains.
Critical minerals, such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese and graphite, are viewed as vital components of a green transition, needed for clean...
Despite strict U.S. tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), and more expected to be introduced under President-elect Donald Trump, China’s share of the global EV market is continuing to grow. With easy access to vast critical mineral supplies and lithium-ion batteries, as well as high government subsidies, China is...
California's refiners reported an average net profit margin of just $0.09 per gallon between June 2023 and April 2024, far from excessive.
Taxes and fees, totaling $1.40 per gallon, are the largest contributors to California's high gas prices, not oil refiners' profits.
Policymakers should focus on California’s tax...
Northvolt's collapse reveals critical green tech challenges, from policy fragmentation to operational inefficiencies.
The U.S. can avoid similar pitfalls by focusing on supply chain resilience and integrating second-life battery strategies.
Coordinated public-private partnerships and long-term policies are essential to ensure clean energy competitiveness.
A recent Financial Times article highlighted...
Chris Wright, Trump's pick for Energy Secretary, is sparking debate with his nuanced views on climate change and energy policy.
Wright acknowledges carbon dioxide’s role in warming but emphasizes economic practicality over sweeping climate mandates.
The global emissions debate highlights challenges in balancing U.S. policy with international climate...
President-elect Donald Trump has begun to select the members of his new government, nominating new cabinet members across several departments. The two choices that are most likely to have an impact on U.S. energy are Doug Burgum, who Trump chose as Interior Secretary, and Chris Wright, who he selected...
On August 6th, the Department of Energy (DOE) awarded $2.2 billion to eight energy projects aiming to upgrade and reinforce energy infrastructure across 18 U.S. states. This $2B energy infrastructure investment is designed to enhance the U.S. power grid's resilience against extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, elevated heat...
With Kamala Harris expected to take over from Biden as the Democrat candidate in the U.S. Presidential race, many are asking whether she will follow in her predecessor’s footsteps by making the green energy transition a priority and where she stands on oil and gas. She has previously supported...
