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U.S. Geothermal Power Expanding

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has approved an enhanced geothermal power project in Nevada that could potentially produce 2 gigawatts of power.

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New U.S. Power Plant Emission Rule Stands

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to stay the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new rule targeting carbon emissions from coal and gas fired power plants while a lower court hears challenges to that rule.

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New Jersey Wind Farm Secures Approval

The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has approved the plans of Atlantic Shores South to construct and operate wind energy facilities off the coast of New Jersey.

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New U.S. Methane Rule Remains in Effect

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to stay the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new oil and gas methane rule while a lower court hears challenges to that rule.

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U.S. Investing in Energy Efficiency

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced $69 million in awards for residential renovations aimed at energy efficiency and climate resilience.

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Massachusetts Makes Progress on Food Waste

A recent report published in Science finds that Massachusetts has achieved a significant reduction in the amount of greenhouse gases generated by food waste disposal in that state.

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U.S. Reducing Emissions

Analysis by the Rhodium Group concludes that the U.S. will reduce emissions 38-56% below 2005 levels by 2035.

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