Harris embraces oil and gas on debate stage

September 11, 2024

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Energy and Environment

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Extreme temperatures cause some schools to postpone start of school

Climate change has caused temperatures to soar, leading to an increase in schools postponing the start of classes to help students avoid the sweltering summer heat.

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What you need to know about fracking, false claims and other climate issues mentioned during the debate

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of Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources A hearing will be held Thursday on the Energy Department's role. Advanced Computing ResearchHelena Fu, Director of the Department of Energy's Office of Key and Emerging Technologies, is scheduled to speak.

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