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Appeals Court Rules Trump EPA Wrongly Canceled $20 Billion in Climate Funds, Nonprofits Regain Access

Appeals Court Rules Trump EPA Wrongly Canceled $20 Billion in Climate Funds, Nonprofits Regain Access

An appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) improperly terminated billions of dollars in climate funding intended for clean energy projects. The decision allows the selected nonprofits to access their previously frozen funds while the EPA considers an appeal to the Supreme Court. The ruling marks a significant win for groups like Climate United Fund, although the legal process may continue for some time. The judgment upholds an injunction preventing the EPA from reclaiming money that had already been disbursed to the nonprofits’ bank accounts. The court found that the EPA's attempt to claw back the funding was based solely on a policy disagreement, which unlawfully withheld funding appropriated by the Inflation Reduction Act to create the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.

Republican US senators propose to repeal California emissions rules

Republican US senators propose to repeal California emissions rules

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Four Republican U.S. senators on Thursday proposed repealing landmark California vehicle emissions rules in a bid to prevent the state from imposing stricter tailpipe requirements than the federal government. The U.S.

Federal Judge Confirms DHS Can Terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

Federal Judge Confirms DHS Can Terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

A federal judge has confirmed that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, following a Supreme Court ruling. This decision affects approximately 350,000 Haitians in the U.S. who previously had TPS. The ruling comes after a legal battle where the Trump administration sought to end TPS for Haiti, a move that was initially blocked by a lower court. The decision has been met with criticism from advocates for Haitian immigrants, who argue that it will have devastating effects on those affected.

US Supreme Court to Hear Climate Change Case Involving Oil Companies

US Supreme Court to Hear Climate Change Case Involving Oil Companies

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to begin its 2026 term with a significant case concerning climate change and the accountability of oil companies. The case, Suncor Energy v. County Commissioners of Boulder County, will be heard on October 5, 2026. It involves a lawsuit by the city and county of Boulder against Suncor and Exxon Mobil Corp., seeking to hold these companies responsible for climate-related damages. The case could potentially limit how states can pursue legal action against oil companies for their role in climate change. The Trump administration previously filed a brief arguing that the Clean Air Act should prevent such state lawsuits. Watchdog groups have called for Justice Samuel Alito to recuse himself due to his stock holdings in the oil industry, and similar calls have been made for Justice Elena Kagan over her involvement in a science manual on climate change. However, neither justice has indicated plans to recuse.

Trump Administration Refunds $100 Billion in Tariffs Following Supreme Court Ruling

Trump Administration Refunds $100 Billion in Tariffs Following Supreme Court Ruling

The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion, which is about 60% of the $166 billion collected from tariffs imposed in 2025 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). These tariffs were struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled that IEEPA did not authorize such tariffs. Following the ruling, a federal judge ordered that the collected tariffs be refunded to importers. Despite the setback, President Trump remains committed to tariffs as a key component of his economic and foreign policy agendas. The administration is exploring alternative legal avenues to re-establish similar tariff regimes, although these efforts are already facing legal challenges.

Trump's EPA was wrong to terminate billions in climate grants, US appeals court rules

Trump's EPA was wrong to terminate billions in climate grants, US appeals court rules

By Jonathan Stempel Aug 4 (Reuters) - A federal appeals court on Tuesday said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency cannot claw back about $20 billion of clean energy grants from several nonprofit groups, handing a defeat to the Trump administration. The decision by a divided U.S.

EPA cannot block billions in climate grants, US appeals court rules

EPA cannot block billions in climate grants, US appeals court rules

Aug 4 (Reuters) - A federal appeals court said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency cannot freeze about $20 billion of clean energy grants awarded to several nonprofit groups, handing a defeat to the Trump administration. Tuesday's decision by a divided U.S.

Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate program

Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate program

A federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration improperly ended a multi-billion-dollar program for clean energy projects

Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds

Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds

A federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration improperly ended a multi-billion-dollar program for clean energy projects

Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Trump Administration on Climate Funds Termination

Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Trump Administration on Climate Funds Termination

A divided federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration improperly terminated billions of dollars in funds intended for clean energy projects. This decision is a victory for a coalition of nonprofits, including the Climate United Fund, which were selected to manage the Biden-era initiative. The court's decision, however, is temporarily on hold to allow the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) time to appeal to the Supreme Court. The funds in question are part of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a $20 billion program authorized by Congress to support small energy projects and energy-efficient infrastructure. The Trump administration had accused the nonprofits of mismanagement and potential fraud, leading to the freezing and termination of their grants.

California's Ambitious Conservation Efforts Amid Economic Growth

California's Ambitious Conservation Efforts Amid Economic Growth

California is undertaking significant efforts to balance economic growth with conservation, aiming to protect 30% of its land and coastal waters by 2030. This initiative, known as the 30x30 goal, is part of the state's broader strategy to combat climate change and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. The state has already conserved 2.5 million additional acres of land and increased its renewable energy usage, meeting its 2030 clean-energy target ahead of schedule. However, challenges remain, including the need to conserve nearly 800,000 acres annually for the next five years and the potential impact of federal policy changes under the Trump administration.

Congresswoman Celeste Maloy Supports Solar Energy Growth in Utah Amid Policy Challenges

Congresswoman Celeste Maloy Supports Solar Energy Growth in Utah Amid Policy Challenges

Congresswoman Celeste Maloy recently visited the DESRI Horseshoe Solar Project in Tooele County, Utah, highlighting the state's significant shift towards solar energy. In May, solar energy surpassed natural gas as Utah's top energy source, according to data from Ember. The Horseshoe Solar Project, which generates 75 megawatts of power, is contracted with Rocky Mountain Power for Meta's data center in Eagle Mountain. Despite a political climate that has seen reduced tax incentives for solar and wind under the Trump administration, Maloy expressed her support for an 'all-of-the-above' energy policy, emphasizing the importance of including wind and solar in the energy mix.