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U.S. Energy Corp. Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial, Emphasizing Helium and Carbon Management

U.S. Energy Corp. Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial, Emphasizing Helium and Carbon Management

U.S. Energy Corp. Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial, Emphasizing Helium and Carbon Management
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U.S. Energy Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial to Focus on Helium and Carbon Management

U.S. Energy Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial to Focus on Helium and Carbon Management

U.S. Energy Rebrands as Big Sky Industrial to Focus on Helium and Carbon Management
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Sam Forstag Wins Democratic Primary in Montana's 1st Congressional District, Setting Stage for Potential Historic Flip

Sam Forstag Wins Democratic Primary in Montana's 1st Congressional District, Setting Stage for Potential Historic Flip

Democrat Sam Forstag has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Montana's 1st Congressional District, according to CBS News projections. The seat, currently held by retiring GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke, is considered likely to remain Republican by the Cook Political Report. However, Democrats are optimistic about flipping the seat in the upcoming November elections as they aim to regain the House majority during the final two years of President Trump's second term. Forstag, a smokejumper and union leader, received endorsements from prominent figures such as Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, as well as the American Federation of Government Employees. He will face Aaron Flint, the Republican primary winner, in the general election. If successful, Forstag would be the first Democrat to represent Montana in the House in 30 years.
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Atlas Renewable Energy Halts $1 Billion Solar Projects in Brazil Due to Grid Issues

Atlas Renewable Energy Halts $1 Billion Solar Projects in Brazil Due to Grid Issues

Atlas Renewable Energy, backed by BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners, has decided to freeze $1 billion in planned solar projects in Brazil. The decision is attributed to high curtailment rates and frequent rejections of renewable power by the national grid operator. Atlas, one of the largest solar power producers in South America, had planned to start construction on 1.5 gigawatts of solar projects in Brazil. However, the growing curtailment rates, which reached about 27% for solar in 2025, have become a significant bottleneck for renewable energy expansion. The company currently has 10 projects in Brazil at various stages of development.
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American Pacific Mining Initiates Drilling at Madison Project Following MT Survey

American Pacific Mining Initiates Drilling at Madison Project Following MT Survey

American Pacific Mining Initiates Drilling at Madison Project Following MT Survey
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AI-Powered Grid Management Enhances Renewable Energy Efficiency

AI-Powered Grid Management Enhances Renewable Energy Efficiency

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being increasingly utilized to transform energy systems, particularly in managing power grids. AI technologies are being deployed to ensure the efficient use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. By synchronizing energy generation and consumption in real time, AI helps stabilize grids and avoid costly energy curtailment. The technology is also being used to predict grid bottlenecks and manage electricity generation and consumption more intelligently. This development is part of a broader digitalization trend in the energy sector, which aims to make power grids more dynamic and reliable. The European Union is actively pursuing the digitalization of power grids to enhance their efficiency and security, with AI playing a crucial role in this transformation.
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Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback

Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback

The Senate race in Iowa is one of the most closely watched this year and the general election matchup is now set, with Democrats hoping for a gain
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Trump expected to announce $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry

Trump expected to announce $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry

President Donald Trump is again seeking to boost the struggling U.S. coal industry
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Cutting Fences Foundation Enhances Independence for Montana's Disabled Farmers

Cutting Fences Foundation Enhances Independence for Montana's Disabled Farmers

The Cutting Fences Foundation, founded by occupational therapist Kendra Lewis, is making significant strides in supporting disabled farmers and ranchers in Montana. Established from a doctoral capstone project, the foundation addresses the lack of resources for agricultural workers with disabilities. Its core initiative, the Adaptive Equipment Loan Closet, provides free access to specialized tools like Action Trackstanders and TerrainHoppers, which are essential for rugged ranch work. This initiative not only aids in physical tasks but also significantly impacts the mental health of the beneficiaries by restoring their ability to contribute to their families and communities. The foundation is also working towards establishing a permanent 'Rural Resource Barn' to enhance resource accessibility in Central Montana.
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Sierra Club Challenges Mon Power's $2.48 Billion Gas Plant Proposal Over Cost and Environmental Concerns

Sierra Club Challenges Mon Power's $2.48 Billion Gas Plant Proposal Over Cost and Environmental Concerns

The Sierra Club has filed direct testimony opposing Mon Power's proposal to construct a $2.48 billion, 1,200 MW combined cycle gas plant in West Virginia. The plant is intended to address a projected energy shortfall by 2029, which is expected to increase significantly by 2045. However, the Sierra Club argues that the financial burden of the plant's construction would fall on West Virginia residents, as Mon Power seeks 'abandonment authority' from the West Virginia Public Service Commission. This authority would require residents to cover costs even if the plant is not built. Additionally, the Sierra Club highlights that the plant would double pollution levels in the surrounding communities and extend the operation of the existing Fort Martin coal plant, which the new gas plant would be built adjacent to.
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Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to make Iowa inroads and defend California

Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to make Iowa inroads and defend California

The contours of one of this year’s premier U.S. Senate races are taking shape in Iowa
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Touro Law Center Gains ABA Approval for New Montana Campus to Address Attorney Shortage

Touro Law Center Gains ABA Approval for New Montana Campus to Address Attorney Shortage

Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center has received approval from the American Bar Association to open a new law school campus in Great Falls, Montana. This initiative aims to address the significant shortage of practicing attorneys in the region, where many current lawyers are nearing retirement and fewer young professionals are entering the field. The new campus will offer a hybrid curriculum, combining in-person and online coursework, modeled after Touro's existing FlexTime J.D. program. This approach is designed to accommodate individuals who cannot leave their current jobs or family responsibilities, thereby broadening the pipeline of future attorneys in Montana and surrounding rural areas. The campus is set to begin recruiting students for its inaugural class in 2027.