Topics Fossil Fuels
EPA Withdraws Request for Methane Data
The EPA has withdrawn a request for methane emissions data from the oil and gas industry.
Senate Mulls ‘Kill Switch’ for Obama Methane Rule
Congress could use a rarely-invoked law to permanently kill an Obama-era methane emissions regulation.
America’s Climate Pollution is Falling, EPA Report Says
Greenhouse gas emissions fell in 2015, reducing America’s overall climate pollution to below 1994 levels.
Dakota Pipeline Greenlighted As Fossil Fuels Move to Fore
The Army Corps of Engineers has approved an easement that allows the final link in the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Warming-Driven Heat Waves Could Tax U.S. Electrical Grid
More frequent heat waves will drive up electricity demand, potentially costing billions in infrastructure upgrades.
The West’s Largest Coal Plant May Close. It’s a Big Deal.
The West's largest coal-fired power plant may close — a symbolic blow to coal as America's chief source of electricity.
Decoding Trump’s White House Energy Plan
Trump’s “America First Energy Plan” is replete with specious claims about climate and energy policy.
Perry Dodges Climate Questions, Defends Energy Dept.
Energy secretary nominee Rick Perry fiercely defended the mission of the U.S. Department of Energy on Thursday.