Regulation - Page 4

Biden administration cracks down on lightbulbs as part of climate agenda

April 12, 2024

Biden administration cracks down on lightbulbs as part of climate agenda

The Department of Energy finalized energy efficiency standards targeting common consumer and commercial lightbulbs as part of its broad climate agenda.

California salmon fishing canceled for second year in row as population wanes

April 11, 2024

California salmon fishing canceled for second year in row as population wanes

By unanimous vote, the Pacific Fishery Management Council has declared that all commercial and recreational salmon fishing is canceled off the coast of California.

Biden admin pressured Snopes to change its fact-check rating on rumored gas stove ban, internal emails show

April 11, 2024

Biden admin pressured Snopes to change its fact-check rating on rumored gas stove ban, internal emails show

EXCLUSIVE: Biden administration officials pressured fact-checkers to alter a rating examining whether the federal government was considering a gas stove ban to "false."

Biden admin enacts first-ever PFAS 'forever chemical' limits on drinking water

April 10, 2024

Biden admin enacts first-ever PFAS 'forever chemical' limits on drinking water

The EPA enacted new first-of-its-kind restrictions on toxic "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, in drinking water. Exposure is linked to adverse health effects like low birth weight.

Fewer Americans want to buy an EV — even as Biden pushes for strongest-ever climate change rules

April 8, 2024

Fewer Americans want to buy an EV — even as Biden pushes for strongest-ever climate change rules

Fewer Americans are considering buying an electric vehicle in the future, even as the Biden administration continues to aggressively push measures to incentivize greater ownership.

Wind, solar projects flourish under climate law, while nuclear and others lag behind

April 2, 2024

Wind, solar projects flourish under climate law, while nuclear and others lag behind

Under the Biden administration's push to reduce carbon emissions, certain sectors like solar energy have seen a boost, while other trail behind. New regulations prove controversial.

Biden cracks down on diesel trucks in bid to fight climate change, reduce emissions

March 29, 2024

Biden cracks down on diesel trucks in bid to fight climate change, reduce emissions

The Biden administration issued another climate action Friday, this time targeting the heavy-duty trucking industry in a move that could force more electric truck purchases.

Biden admin accelerates plan to unleash grizzly bears near rural community over widespread local opposition

March 22, 2024

Biden admin accelerates plan to unleash grizzly bears near rural community over widespread local opposition

The Biden administration is moving forward with a proposal to introduce grizzly bears near a rural community as part of an effort advocated for by environmental groups.

Proof that wind and solar are disasters, and not the energy America really needs

March 22, 2024

Proof that wind and solar are disasters, and not the energy America really needs

Our analysis, a first, takes a holistic look at America's eight most important energy sources: natural gas, wind, solar, nuclear, coal, petroleum, geothermal and hydroelectric.

Maine rejects sweeping electric vehicle mandate in blow to governor's climate agenda

March 21, 2024

Maine rejects sweeping electric vehicle mandate in blow to governor's climate agenda

The State of Maine rejected a sweeping California-style electric vehicle mandate despite widespread calls from climate activists to pursue the regulations.