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Congresswoman Lateefah Simon Co-Sponsors National Institutes of Clean Energy Act

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon Co-Sponsors National Institutes of Clean Energy Act

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) have reintroduced the National Institutes of Clean Energy Act (NICE), a legislative proposal aimed at investing $400 billion over the next decade into clean energy research and technology. Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-Calif.) is listed as a co-sponsor of this bill. The NICE Act is modeled after the National Institutes of Health and seeks to establish a new system of institutes within the Department of Energy. These institutes would focus on advancing clean energy science, innovation, and research and development to reduce carbon emissions and enhance climate resilience. The legislation prioritizes the development of advanced energy technologies for sectors difficult to decarbonize, such as aviation and shipping. It also emphasizes research in clean energy areas currently underrepresented in federal funding and projects examining the impacts of energy production on frontline communities, including communities of colo...

Massachusetts governor asks Trump administration to speed natgas pipeline review

Massachusetts governor asks Trump administration to speed natgas pipeline review

By Scott DiSavino NEW YORK, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey called on the Trump administration to expedite the review of a natural gas pipeline that a unit of Canadian energy firm Enbridge is developing in New England.

Connecticut Immigration Rights Advocates Protest ICE Arrest Outside Meriden Courthouse

Connecticut Immigration Rights Advocates Protest ICE Arrest Outside Meriden Courthouse

Immigrant rights advocates in Meriden, Connecticut, held a rally outside a courthouse following an arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest was sparked by an incident last week where ICE agents entered the courthouse and apprehended a man, as reported by Connecticut Public. Organizers and city residents chanted anti-ICE and pro-immigrant slogans, expressing their support for the immigrant community. Civil rights groups are currently investigating whether the ICE agents violated state law, specifically Connecticut's TRUST Act, by entering the courthouse and passing through a security area. Milagros Biroscak, a Meriden resident, emphasized the community's solidarity, stating, “They are our family, and we’re here to support them because we are not OK with what ICE is doing in these times.”

Saskatchewan Targets 2,600 Megawatts of Nuclear Power by 2050, Plans Two Large Reactors

Saskatchewan Targets 2,600 Megawatts of Nuclear Power by 2050, Plans Two Large Reactors

Saskatchewan, Canada, has announced an ambitious goal to generate at least 2,600 megawatts of nuclear power by 2050. This plan, titled 'Delivering Energy Security Through Nuclear Power,' directs the provincial utility SaskPower to begin planning for the potential development of two large nuclear reactors in the province's northwest, with the first expected online by 2042. Additionally, SaskPower will continue planning for small modular reactor (SMR) deployment near Estevan, aiming for at least 600 megawatts. Currently, Saskatchewan does not generate nuclear power, despite being home to some of the world's richest uranium deposits. Premier Scott Moe emphasized that this initiative is a response to rising electricity demand, projecting that the province will likely need all this power and potentially more. The government's announcement focuses on planning for potential development rather than a final decision to build, with site evaluations and community engagement still pending.

TRISO-X Completes Vertical Construction of Nuclear Fuel Plant in Tennessee, Advancing Advanced Reactor Fuel Production

TRISO-X Completes Vertical Construction of Nuclear Fuel Plant in Tennessee, Advancing Advanced Reactor Fuel Production

TRISO-X Completes Vertical Construction of Nuclear Fuel Plant in Tennessee, Advancing Advanced Reactor Fuel Production

U.S. Representatives Introduce Federal Bill for $10 Billion Fusion Energy Funding

U.S. Representatives Introduce Federal Bill for $10 Billion Fusion Energy Funding

U.S. House Representatives Zoe Lofgren and Jay Obernolte have co-introduced a federal bill designed to provide $10 billion in funding for fusion energy. This legislative effort aims to implement recommendations from a bipartisan report focused on scaling up fusion energy. The proposed funding is intended to support fusion research, the construction of new facilities, and milestone programs. The overarching goal of the bill is to accelerate the commercialization of fusion energy within the United States. This federal initiative complements California's recent actions, where Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills to advance the state's nuclear energy strategy, including a strategic plan for nuclear fusion development. While California's Senate Bill 925 focuses on expanding research and development within the state, the federal bill seeks to provide substantial national financial backing to the nascent fusion energy sector.

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office, such as canceling new clean energy projects

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office

Representative Jay Obernolte Co-Leads Bipartisan Fusion Energy Bill Proposing $10 Billion Investment

Representative Jay Obernolte Co-Leads Bipartisan Fusion Energy Bill Proposing $10 Billion Investment

Representative Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.) and Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) have introduced the American Leadership in Fusion Act in the House. This bipartisan bill proposes a significant $10 billion in direct investments aimed at advancing fusion facilities, research, and commercialization efforts within the United States. The legislation also seeks to establish an Office of Fusion within the Department of Energy and create a National Science Foundation-led program dedicated to developing a skilled fusion workforce. The bill's introduction follows recommendations from a bipartisan commission report by the Special Competitive Studies Project’s (SCSP) Commission on the Scaling of Fusion Energy, which highlighted the urgent need for the U.S. to accelerate its fusion energy development to maintain global leadership, particularly in light of substantial investments by other nations like China. The proposed funding is intended to support milestone-based development programs, the construction of new test f...

Access Lighting Expands Sales Representation in Washington and New England

Access Lighting Expands Sales Representation in Washington and New England

Access Lighting Expands Sales Representation in Washington and New England

Connecticut Republican Leaders Call for Entire Board of Regents to Resign Amid Scandals

Connecticut Republican Leaders Call for Entire Board of Regents to Resign Amid Scandals

State Republican leaders in Connecticut are demanding the resignation of the entire Board of Regents for the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system. This call follows a series of high-profile departures and allegations of misconduct within the system, including two chancellors and the president of Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). House Republican leader Vincent Candelora and Senate Republican Leader Stephen Harding are among those advocating for a complete overhaul of the board, citing a lack of transparency and oversight. The controversies include allegations of sexual harassment against former Chancellor O. John Maduko, the resignation of former board chairman Marty Guay over claims he boasted about firing a woman for reporting sexual harassment, and a complaint of workforce bullying against CCSU President Zulma Toro. Additionally, former Chancellor Terrence Cheng faced criticism in 2024 for excessive spending on taxpayer-funded purchasing cards. Governor Ned Lamont acknowl...

Federal Judge Blocks Connecticut's Convertible Pistol Ban Hours Before Enforcement

Federal Judge Blocks Connecticut's Convertible Pistol Ban Hours Before Enforcement

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Connecticut's ban on convertible pistols just hours before the law was scheduled to go into effect. Governor Ned Lamont expressed disappointment with the ruling, stating that the law was a commonsense measure designed to prevent handguns from being easily converted into machine guns with a simple plastic device. The Governor highlighted that the legislation was supported by students and police, who are concerned about the increasing presence of convertible pistols and their role in violent incidents. Attorney General William Tong also indicated that Connecticut disagrees with the decision and plans to defend the law. Conversely, opponents of the law, such as Senator Rob Sampson, R-Wolcott, welcomed the ruling, arguing that the law was poorly conceived and unfairly targeted law-abiding gun owners.