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Biden Administration Weighs Putting Up Roadblocks to Trump’s Deportation Campaign
The administration may extend protections for hundreds of thousands of immigrants whose legal status is set to expire near the start of the Trump administration.The New York Times - 1d -
Palestinian Americans trapped in Gaza sue Biden administration
Group of nine plaintiffs allege administration has abandoned them and their families. A group of Palestinian Americans trapped in Gaza have sued the Biden administration , alleging it has ...The Guardian - 1d -
Biden administration to announce 'ambitious' climate goal
The Biden administration will announce an "ambitious" new climate goal Thursday morning that aims to reduce the country's greenhouse gas emissions by 61% to 66% by 2035.ABC News - 2d -
Barcelona subway recycles energy from braking into power to charge electric cars
Barcelona's subway system is using regenerative braking to help power both its convoys but also recharge electric cars at street levelABC News - 3d -
Electricity networks plan ‘unprecedented’ £77bn investment in clean power push
Backlog in electricity network connections has been holding back renewable energy projectsFinancial Times - 3d -
Biden administration casts fresh doubt on new US LNG expansion
Energy secretary says more gas projects would push up domestic prices and threaten climate goalsFinancial Times - 4d -
AI poses threat to North American electricity grid, watchdog warns
Surging demand from tech sector could overwhelm generation capacity, report saysFinancial Times - 4d -
Biden administration offers California's PG&E up to $15B loan to boost climate resilience
The Biden administration on Tuesday announced its conditional approval of a loan guarantee for Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) of up to $15 billion, which would serve to decarbonize the massive ...The Hill - 4d -
Democrats divided over Biden administration response to reported drone sightings
The Biden administration’s response to mounting public concern over alleged drone sightings in the northeast is dividing Democrats on Capitol Hill, where some lawmakers are defending the executive ...The Hill - 4d -
Biden Administration Agrees to Record $15 Billion Loan to PG&E
The Energy Department loan would finance the California utility’s efforts to upgrade the power grid and reduce emissions.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Sweden open to power cable project if Germany reforms, minister says
Swedish energy minister Ebba Busch prepared to move on Hansa PowerBridge project if Berlin overhauls electricity marketFinancial Times - 5d -
Biden Administration Takes First Step to Retaliate Against China Over Hack
The Commerce Department is banning the few remaining operations of China Telecom in the United States, a move that appears unlikely to deter Beijing from conducting sophisticated cyberoperations.The New York Times - 5d -
What we know about Russia's attack on Ukraine's power grid
Russia is aiming to impact Ukraine's people during the harsh winter months by attacking the power grid. CBS News' Ellee Watson reports on Russia's latest attack.CBS News - Dec. 13 -
Massive Russian air attack targets Ukrainian power grid
Yahoo News - Dec. 13 -
Biden administration races to cement climate gains
The Biden administration is sprinting to finalize the unfinished pieces of its climate policy, from fully disbursing Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funds to getting final regulations out the door. ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
Who did Biden include in his round of clemency?
In one of the final major acts of his administration, President Biden commuted nearly 1,500 people's sentences and pardoned another 39. The White House said it is the largest single-day act of ...CBS News - Dec. 12 -
Ministers consider weakening rights of communities to block clean-power projects
UK government exploring rule change to limit use of judicial review to challenge large infrastructure projectsFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
Biden administration enters climate policy endgame
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden administration enters climate policy endgame The Biden administration is sprinting to finalize any unfinished pieces of its ...The Hill - Dec. 12 -
Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
Top U.S. officials are in the Middle East pressing for stability in Syria and an end to Israel’s 14-month war in the Gaza Strip in a last-ditch diplomatic push by the outgoing Biden administrationABC News - Dec. 12 -
Biden administration overdraft rule caps bank and credit union fees at $5
The rule closes a loophole that exempted overdraft fees from lending laws, but is expected to face challenges.CBS News - Dec. 12 -
19 Australian renewable projects add 6.4GW to national electricity market
Yahoo News - Dec. 12 -
Blinken defends Biden administration's Afghanistan withdrawal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken testified in a House hearing on the chaotic and deadly 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are still searching for answers. CBS News political ...CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Biden administration has no current plans to authorize a bird flu vaccine for humans
Biden administration officials said Wednesday they have no current plans to authorize a stockpiled bird flu vaccine, despite an escalating outbreak among livestock in the U.S. and at least 58 human ...NBC News - Dec. 11 -
New AI-Powered Tricks Are Coming to iPhones, including Access to ChatGPT
With ChatGPT and ‘Genmoji,’ Apple has officially entered its AI era. Here’s what iOS 18.2 offers.Inc. - Dec. 11 -
Biden administration split over US Steel deal
Pentagon, Treasury and state department all conclude $15bn Nippon Steel acquisition poses no national security riskFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
Biden Administration Looks to Reinforce U.S.-China Ties Ahead of Trump’s Return
Senior Treasury officials are holding a final round of talks with a new round of economic volatility on the horizon.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Germany's 2030 electric car target to fall short, projection shows
Yahoo News - Dec. 11 -
Blockchain Innovation Will Put an AI-Powered Internet Back Into Users’ Hands
In 2025, blockchain alternatives will offer more choice, open source innovation, and community-controlled options. They will carry the torch of the open internet.Wired - Dec. 11 -
Biden Administration Sprints to Tie Up Tech Loose Ends
Regulators are working around the clock to cement four years of tech policy ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Donald J. Trump.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Biden administration bans cancer-causing solvent used in dry cleaning
The Biden administration is banning a cancer-causing substance used in dry cleaning and is also banning most uses of another, similar chemical. The administration's ban is on a chemical known as ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Project 2025 seeps into Trump administration despite attempts to distance himself
Several Project 2025 authors and contributors are not just connected to President-elect Donald Trump, but also nominated for roles in his administration.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Biden administration announces almost $1 billion in additional weapons support for Ukraine
The Biden administration announced on Saturday nearly $1 million in arms support for Ukraine, the Department of Defense said in a press release. The $988 million assistance package will provide the ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
The aging U.S. power grid is slowing Big Tech’s data centers and AI’s future
The Trump administration and state policymakers should ease regulations on utilities.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Electric cars make up one in four sold in November
Sales of electric vehicles grow for the eleventh straight month as manufacturers offer steep discounts.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Cuba restores power grid and resumes planned blackouts of about 5 hours a day
After a nationwide blackout left millions without electricity for several hours in Cuba, the power grid has been restored, authorities said, adding that scheduled power outages will now resumeABC News - Dec. 5 -
Study: Germany's power grid expansion could cost €651 billion
Yahoo News - Dec. 5 -
The Biden administration has backed the plaintiffs. Here’s what to know.
The justices will hear arguments on Wednesday over whether Tennessee and more than 20 other states can ban some medical treatments for transgender youth.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Cuba’s national grid collapses again, leaving millions without power
Blackouts reported across country as government grapples with economic crisis, fuel shortages and hurricanes. Cuba’s national electrical system collapsed early on Wednesday morning after the ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Biden Administration Moves to End a Minimum Wage Waiver for Disabled Workers
A plan by the Biden administration would phase out a provision that allows employers to pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Biden administration announces additional $725m in military assistance to Ukraine
The White House is trying to disburse last $7bn in aid approved by Congress before Trump begins second term. The Biden administration is rushing military equipment to Ukraine in a last-ditch ...The Guardian - Dec. 3
