Fossil Fuels

Net-zero Targets Need Uniformity, Finance Experts Say
Bethany Gorham with Orion Energy Partners says net-zero planners need to set interim targets, set their scope and publish their plans.
Nev. Land-use, EE, Tx Buildout Bills Head for Home Stretch
A resolution to protect Nevada’s lands and waters is advancing in the legislature, but several energy-related bills have expired.
US Lags Small Countries on Climate Innovation
The second day of President Biden’s virtual Leaders Summit on Climate highlighted the technological innovations other, smaller countries have achieved.
Outspoken Public Pushes for Duke to Lead on Climate
The N.C. Utilities Commission heard from locals dissatisfied with Duke Energy's IRPs, which include adding thousands of megawatts of natural gas resources.
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Debated in House Hearing
House Democrats called for repealing fossil fuel subsidies, while Republicans said it would threaten U.S. energy independence and hurt the economy.
HECO on Hot Seat — Again — over Maui Coal Plant Closure
State utility regulators once again question the feasibility of a Hawaiian Electric Co. plan to shut down a vital coal plant.
NY Power Panel Debates Gas Moratorium
New York state officials and advisers disagree on the merits of a moratorium on new natural gas infrastructure.
Wash. Senate OKs Low-carbon Fuels Bill
The Washington Senate approved a bill that would require an increased use of biofuels to cut carbon emissions from vehicles.
NC Net-zero Goals Could Hinge on Duke IRPs
The North Carolina Utilities Commission is considering Duke Energy's integrated resource plan in a series of six hearings over the next two months.
NY Residents Largely Oppose Danskammer Plant Repowering
New York residents overwhelmingly opposed rebuilding the 532-MW gas-fired Danskammer peaker plant as a 600-MW combined cycle unit.

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