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Most landholders in regional Victoria are in favor of renewable energy projects, provided they have input in the planning process, yet community concerns are often overlooked in planning approvals. The upcoming Victorian election is expected to focus heavily on the issue of renewable energy development.
Read full articleThe first global conference on phasing out fossil fuels, co-hosted by Colombia and the Netherlands, is taking place in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 24 to 29, with participation from 54 countries and various stakeholders aiming to promote low-carbon energy solutions.
Read full articleResearch indicates that Ohio has the highest rate of permit rejections and withdrawals for renewable energy projects, contrasting with the overall trend where state governments approve 90 percent of such projects within approximately one year.
Read full articleSenate Democrats are criticizing the Department of Energy's budget proposal for 2027, which includes cuts to renewable energy research and infrastructure while continuing to support fossil fuel plants beyond their retirement.
Read full articleA federal judge in Massachusetts has issued an injunction against Trump administration policies that hinder clean energy development, including a requirement for the interior secretary's personal approval of solar and wind projects on federal lands and waters. The ruling was made by Chief Judge Denise J. Casper in response to a coalition's challenge against these restrictions.
Read full articleThe European Commission has announced plans to reduce electricity taxes and provide incentives for consumers to transition away from fuel-burning vehicles and heating systems, in response to the energy crisis exacerbated by the Iran war. The initiative includes relaxing state aid rules to enable member countries to offer targeted support.
Read full articleMaryland lawmakers have approved an energy bill aimed at providing short-term relief from rising utility costs, which includes reducing a surcharge for an energy-efficiency program, offering rebates from the clean energy fund, and implementing long-term subsidies for nuclear power, despite concerns about insufficient analysis and public debate.
Read full articleExperts caution that the ongoing war in Iran could jeopardize climate finance commitments made in 2024, as rising oil prices and increased defense spending may limit resources available to developing nations for combating climate change.
Read full articleA federal judge dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit aimed at blocking Hawaii from suing oil companies for climate-related damages, marking a second defeat for the administration in its efforts to challenge state climate actions.
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