The Trump administration is making big changes to how science and energy are handled in the U. S. These changes could have lasting effects on the environment and public health. First, let's talk about science. The administration has been cutting back on research and data collection. This includes reducing the role of scientists in decision-making. For example, they ...
The Trump administration is making it hard for wind and solar energy to grow in the U. S. They don't want wind turbines on federal lands, farmland, or even floating offshore. Recently, they started looking into adding taxes on wind-turbine parts from other countries. They also stopped a nearly finished wind farm near Rhode Island, saying it was a "national security" ...
In the United States, a fresh trend is emerging among homeowners and renters who want to use solar energy without the high cost of rooftop installations. These small solar panels, about the size of a door, can be plugged into regular wall outlets and placed on balconies or decks. This idea has been popular in Europe for a while, but it's now gaining traction in the U...
A major decision has just come down from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. They've said that governments can't just ignore climate change. Countries have to cut emissions and help out nations that are getting hit hard by it. Vanuatu, a small island country, asked the court for this ruling. They're worried their whole country might disappear beca...
A new bill, nicknamed the "Big, Beautiful Bill, " is causing quite a stir in the US clean energy scene. It aims to make big changes, but not all of them are good for solar power. Even though some harsh parts were removed, the bill still poses a threat to the domestic solar industry. The bill weakens many clean energy programs from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. I...
In a recent turn of events, a new tax on wind and solar projects has appeared in a major Republican bill, catching many by surprise. This tax targets projects that use a certain amount of parts made in China. The wording is vague, and it would let the Trump administration figure out the details. Several Republican senators say they have no idea how this tax ended up...
The Senate is currently debating a massive tax and spending bill that could bring an unexpected and swift end to electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. This draft proposes a unified end date of September 30th, which is much earlier than the House's proposed timeline of late 2025 or 2026 for different automakers. The bill is still a work in progress. The Senate is voting...
Nuclear energy is back in the spotlight in the US. The country is aiming to boost its nuclear power capacity significantly by 2050. This push is part of a broader plan to revitalize the nuclear industry, with a focus on building 10 large reactors by 2030. This initiative has sparked a lot of interest and activity among energy companies. Westinghouse, a major player ...
The past 100 days have witnessed a swift and sweeping reversal of environmental protections in the US. This administration has taken 145 actions to undo rules that safeguard clean air, water, and climate stability. This is more than what was done in the entire first term. This rapid pace of change has left many experts and activists concerned. The actions target ...
The government's latest move involves pausing a massive EV charging infrastructure program. This $5 billion initiative has already been a big deal, with Tesla snagging at least $31 million from it. And here’s the twist, this isn’t just about the money; it’s a political tug of war. Tesla isn’t just a car maker; it’s a company on a mission to transition the wo...