Senate Energy Legislation Would Penalize Any President Who Halts Entire Categories of Energy Projects
A new bipartisan energy bill in the Senate aims to prevent administrations from blocking permits for entire categories of energy projects, including solar and wind initiatives. The proposed legislation, known as the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, would prohibit any administration from delaying or denying permits for whole classes of energy projects, as noted […]
Federal agents take into custody Energy Department worker suspected of trying to assist Iran-supported Houthis
U.S. Engineer Arrested for Alleged Support of Iranian-Backed Terror Group Federal law enforcement officials have taken into custody Ashton Ellaboudy, an electrical engineer with the U.S. Department of Energy. He faces charges for allegedly trying to provide material aid to the Houthi terrorist group in Yemen, which is supported by Iran. Who Are the Houthis? […]
Energy Department worker Ashton Hamed Ellaboudy taken into custody for backing Iran Houthis
An electrical engineer from the Department of Energy has been arrested for allegedly aiding the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels by purchasing materials for homemade explosives and drones, as well as traveling to Yemen. This was announced by the Justice Department on Thursday. Ashton Hamed Ellaboudy, 51, from Richland, Washington, was taken into custody on Thursday and […]
Senate Agreement May Limit Opponents to 150 Days for Legal Action on Energy Projects Instead of Six Years
Senate Negotiators Reach Permitting Deal On Monday, Senate negotiators announced they have reached a permitting agreement that limits opponents of energy projects to a 150-day timeframe for filing lawsuits, a significant reduction from the current six years. The full details of the agreement are expected to be released this week, although a vote might not […]
Trump’s Energy Department Continues to Require Coal Plants to Remain Operational After Court Defeat
The Energy Department continues to mandate that older coal plants remain operational, following a ruling from a federal appeals court which found that the department overstepped its emergency authority. On September 19, Energy Secretary Chris Wright instructed the R.M. Schahfer and F.B. Culley coal plants in Indiana to be available until December 18. This decision […]
Hacker claims to have taken 7.49 million customer records from CenterPoint Energy
Feds investigate cyberattacks on U.S. water systems Federal agencies have issued a renewed warning for municipal water and wastewater systems after cyberattacks targeted facilities in at least seven states. These incidents are believed to involve hackers affiliated with Iran, who are reportedly aiming at critical infrastructure. This situation might not typically be on your radar […]
Zelensky comments on attacks on Russian oil refineries: Ukrainian ‘lives matter more than energy costs’
Zelensky Defends Strikes on Russian Oil Infrastructure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stood firm on his country’s actions targeting Russian oil facilities, even amid calls from various nations to proceed with caution due to rising energy prices. “Our lives are more important than the price of energy,” Zelensky stated during an interview with The Wall […]
Administration Approaches Diesel Export Ban as Trump’s Iran Conflict Disrupts Energy Markets
The White House is reportedly getting closer to implementing a 90-day ban on diesel exports as the ongoing conflict in Iran continues to disrupt energy markets. This comes as diesel prices reach new all-time highs. According to a report by Politico, the legal framework for such a ban is still under development. However, opinions on […]
Michael Whatley invests in energy stocks as North Carolina expands data centers
Inside Massive Data Centers Amid Growing Concerns Over Resource Use A recent report explores the infrastructure alongside the power and water usage of data centers, particularly highlighting facilities in Northern Virginia as the midterm elections approach. The insight covers server cooling systems, metrics for water conservation, and corporate commitments related to former President Donald Trump’s […]
South Korea Chooses Texas Gas Facility to Supply Energy for AI Data Centers as Initial Part of $350 Billion Investment Agreement
South Korea Chooses Texas Plant for AI Data Centers under $350 Billion Investment Plan In a significant move, South Korea has selected a natural gas facility in Encinal, Texas, as the inaugural project of its ambitious $350 billion investment in the U.S. This facility, capable of generating 6.3 gigawatts, is intended to support artificial intelligence […]