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In the world of energy and environment, there's been a flurry of activity across the Northeast and beyond. Here's a rundown of some of the key developments.
Maryland Relief Fund for Utility Bills
Governor Wes Moore of Maryland has welcomed a $19 million relief fund to assist households struggling with utility bills. However, advocates have raised concerns that high profits pursued by energy companies are making it difficult for people to pay their bills in the first place.
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Canadian Premiers and New England Governors
A group of Canadian premiers are seeking to collaborate with New England governors to devise strategies aimed at mitigating the impact of the Trump administration's tariffs on energy and other products.
New England Clean Energy Connect Transmission Line
Environmental organizations, community groups, and local stakeholders have expressed opposition to the proposed conservation areas by the developers of the New England Clean Energy Connect Transmission Line. Critics argue that the project's planning threatens ancient old-growth forest stands due to tree cutting and habitat disruption. They call for more careful planning that avoids sensitive areas and improved community engagement.
Delaware Refinery Emissions
State environmental officials have reported that emissions from the Delaware refinery were not significant enough to pose a threat to public health.
Utility Penalties and Customer Service Standards
Two New York utilities will return $20 million to customers as a penalty for failing to meet their customer service standards.
Delaware Refinery Repairs
The Delaware refinery, which for three weeks released sulfur dioxide at levels above what their permits allow, has reportedly repaired the broken boiler that caused the problem.
ISO New England and Membership
ISO New England has clarified that it is not a membership organization that states can choose to leave.
Massachusetts and Vermont Lawsuit
Massachusetts and Vermont have joined a 10-state lawsuit against the federal government's attempt to cancel state rules requiring increasing EV sales over time.
New Hampshire and ISO New England
The New Hampshire legislature has passed a bill directing energy officials to study whether the state should withdraw from ISO New England.
Atlantic Shores Wind Farm
The planners of the Atlantic Shores wind farm off New Jersey have asked the state to terminate its current contracts, but claim this is a "reset" and not a cancellation.
Clean Energy Projects at Risk
Republicans' "Big Beautiful Bill" puts hundreds of gigawatts of planned clean energy projects at risk of not being built. Key tax credits are also threatened by the bill.
Maryland Residential Solar Loan Pilot
A residential solar loan pilot in Maryland has made more than 80 loans in the first six months, double its target for the entire first year.
Pennsylvania Power Generation Projects
A Pennsylvania bill backed by Governor Josh Shapiro would create a statewide board to oversee the siting and selection of new power generation projects. Climate advocates worry that this move could lead to more fossil fuel fired projects.
Discussion on Clean Energy Incentives
Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico discussed Democrats' push to preserve clean energy incentives in the "Big Beautiful Bill" with Volts' John Roberts.
Logging and Mature Trees Concerns
Logging on the property for the New England Clean Energy Connect Transmission Line is a concern. Additionally, the 50,000-acre parcel for the transmission line is questioned for having insufficient mature trees.
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