Jigar Shah: Biden’s clean future can survive Trump
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
5d ago
Today, POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an extended interview with Jigar Shah, the former director of the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office under the Biden administration where he oversaw billions of dollars in government loans to America’s energy sector. Siegel and Shah discuss Biden’s clean energy legacy, the second Trump administration, the future of government financing, DOGE and more. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is ..read more
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How Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs impact energy
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
6d ago
President Donald Trump announced new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States - a move that mirrors a similar policy he enacted during his first term. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the potential impact of these new tariffs on energy-related industries and the lessons learned from the first-term tariffs. Plus, President Trump declared that his administration would reverse former President Joe Biden's efforts to make a host of consumer products more efficient.  Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-p ..read more
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Inside the Senate’s budget strategy for Trump 2.0
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
1w ago
Senate lawmakers are kicking off work this week on their budget blueprint that aims to unlock President Donald Trump's legislative agenda, including spurring U.S. energy development. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the details of that blueprint and why Republicans are still divided over how to advance Trump’s agenda. Plus, the Trump administration said in a recent court filing that the Energy Department expects to issue payments under its home efficiency rebate program later this week. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a ..read more
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How Trump is upending America’s EV charger rollout
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
1w ago
The Trump administration is halting a $5 billion program to help build out the nation’s EV charging network, which upends years of federal precedent and raises legal questions. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down the suspension and how it’s a significant blow for America’s EV transition. Plus, a budget blueprint released Friday by Senate Budget Chair Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) lays the groundwork for a party-line reconciliation bill that aims to spur U.S. energy development. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees i ..read more
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How Trump is disrupting America’s water system
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
1w ago
The Trump administration has made several moves that are disrupting one of the most critical and bipartisan functions of government: providing clean, safe and affordable water. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down how the administration is causing uncertainty for America’s water system and the reaction from lawmakers. Plus, an aide for the Department of Government Efficiency is now listed in the Department of Energy’s staff directory.  Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at ..read more
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EPA partially unfreezes some environmental funding
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
1w ago
An internal memo reviewed by POLITICO this week shows that the Environmental Protection Agency began partially lifting the Trump administration’s spending freeze for some environmental programs after a court order this week, according to a memo reviewed by POLITICO. James Bikales breaks down which programs are and aren’t disbursing funds, and how lawmakers are reacting. Plus, oil giant Chevron Corp. is in discussions with the Trump administration about the company’s federal license to produce oil in Venezuela. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio ..read more
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The energy impact of Trump’s trade war 
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
1w ago
President Donald Trump’s decision to delay tariffs on Mexico and Canada gives US consumers and the oil and gas industry some breathing room – at least for now. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the impact of these looming energy tariffs and the reaction from the industry. Plus, senior officials at the Energy Department encouraged staff during a Monday town hall to consider the offer to resign from federal service despite ongoing questions about the move’s legality. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is ..read more
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Why the offshore wind industry may be on the verge of collapse
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
2w ago
America’s offshore wind industry is on the ropes after two major announcements in the last month: President Donald Trump’s executive order to halt wind development and New Jersey saying it will not provide financial support for new offshore wind projects. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down how the industry is in tatters and what this means for the future of offshore wind in the United States. Plus, the Senate voted on Monday to confirm Chris Wright to lead the Energy Department.  Ry Rivard covers energy, the environment and transportation in New Jersey for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an ..read more
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Why Trump’s AI plan may have a FERC problem
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
2w ago
To satisfy AI’s big energy demands, President Donald Trump wants data centers to connect directly to power plants. But his plan could face problems with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down why Trump could have trouble getting federal energy regulators on board and what’s at stake for the tech and energy industries. Plus, an internal email obtained by POLITICO shows Agriculture Department employees have been ordered to delete landing pages discussing climate change across agency websites. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.&n ..read more
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Why new EU rules could thwart Trump’s energy ambitions
POLITICO Energy
by POLITICO
2w ago
The European Union is set to start enforcing a little-known set of rules that could ultimately strain the US-EU energy relationship during the second Trump administration. POLITICO Europe’s Gabriel Gavin breaks down the details of these new regulations, how the Trump administration may respond, and what this means for the US-EU energy relationship moving forward. Plus, the Senate confirmed former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as secretary of the Interior Department Thursday night. Gabriel Gavin is a reporter with POLITICO in Brussels. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-produce ..read more
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