Regulation

Media July 31, 2023

Biden admin torched for banning incandescent light bulbs: 'So much for getting govt. out of our homes'

The Biden administration's ban on incandescent light bulbs as part of its new energy efficiency standards drew backlash on social media from critics describing it as government overreach.

OPINION July 31, 2023

Biden's new crackdown on another appliance will be worse than gas stoves

Biden's extreme green regulations have restricted numerous home appliances, most notably stoves. Now, they are coming after air conditioning and it will cost consumers.

Joe Biden July 28, 2023

Biden admin unveils latest effort to crack down on gas-powered cars, push EVs

The Department of Transportation released new fuel emissions standards Friday which automakers said could cost the industry hundreds of billions of dollars.

Consumers July 26, 2023

Experts warn Biden admin's water heater crackdown will hike prices, reduce consumer choice

Energy experts and industry groups said the Biden administration's recent energy efficiency proposal targeting water heaters would reduce consumer choice and increase prices.

Energy July 24, 2023

Biden admin quietly settles with eco groups to restrict oil drilling in Gulf of Mexico

The Biden administration quietly agreed to a number of oil and gas leasing restrictions requested by environmental groups in a late Friday agreement filed in federal court.

Regulation July 22, 2023

Biden admin cracks down on another popular home appliance

The Biden administration is moving forward with new energy efficiency regulations, this time targeting water heaters in an effort to curb emissions and reduce energy use.

Energy July 20, 2023

Biden admin unveils sweeping new actions increasing costs for oil, gas leasing

The Biden administration unveiled sweeping new rules increasing the costs for oil and gas developers who lease on public lands in a move designed to "ensure fair return to taxpayers."

Regulation July 20, 2023

Biden admin hit with lawsuit over eco actions that industry says could cost million jobs

The largest American chemical industry trade group has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, accusing it of violating federal law in pursuit of chemical regulations.

Energy July 19, 2023

Republican senator aims to force Biden admin to crank thermostats higher to follow their own climate guidance

FIRST ON FOX: Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, is introducing legislation to force the Biden administration to "lead by example" and set its thermostats higher.

Climate Change July 19, 2023

Biden admin crackdown on dishwashers faces widespread opposition

A recent Department of Energy proposal to increase efficiency standards for dishwashers is facing pushback from a coalition of nearly 20 industry and consumer groups.

Energy July 18, 2023

Study casts doubt on electric vehicles' climate, cost benefits: 'Won't achieve the goals intended'

The massive push to increase electric vehicle adoption and restrict gas-powered car sales could inadvertently lead to higher emissions and consumer costs.