Tag: United States

**Extreme Weather Events: Risks for Food Delivery Workers**A polar vortex has swept across the United States, bringing severe snowfall, strong winds, and bone-chilling cold. As people hunker down at home, craving hot meals and...

Top Utility Industry News and Updates - January 9, 2025In the fast-paced world of the utility industry, staying informed is key to staying ahead. Today, we bring you the latest updates and trends shaping...

**Biden Administration Cancels Controversial Climate Plan Impacting Old Growth Forests**After more than two years of meticulous planning and intense debate, the Biden administration has decided to scrap the National Old Growth Amendment, a move...

# State Government Renewable Energy Policy Trends in 2025In 2025, states across the country are facing a pivotal moment in the realm of renewable energy and electric transportation. With the landscape drastically changing since...

**Reconsidering Nuclear Power in New York State: Climate Change Dilemma**Just a few years ago, the closure of the Indian Point nuclear power plant was hailed as a triumph for public safety and environmental protection...

NERC Internal Controls: A Vital Component for Energy & Utilities CompaniesEnergy and Utilities companies across the region are placing a heightened focus on Internal Controls to gauge their overall compliance performance in light of...

Six major U.S. banks have recently pulled out of the global Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) due to concerns surrounding the impact of the Trump presidency on climate action. This significant move has sparked...

Massive Power Outage Plagues Puerto RicoPuerto Rico found itself in the dark as 2025 began, with a massive power outage affecting a staggering 90% of the island's electricity customers. The blackout left residents scrambling...

**Microplastics Found in Common Seafood: Study Reveals Widespread Contamination**Researchers from Portland State University have made a groundbreaking discovery that microplastics are ending up in the fish we consume, shedding light on a critical environmental...

Renewed Interest in Nuclear Power: Will the World Embrace It Again?The resurgence of nuclear power is sparking debates and discussions worldwide. Once hailed as the future of energy, nuclear power has had a tumultuous...