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Delayed environment laws spark calls for urgent government action on water and fracking

The Guardian: Energy

The environment minister, Tanya Plibersek, said last year she planned to introduce legislation in 2023 to reform the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act after major reviews found the law was failing and Australian nature was in poor and deteriorating health.

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Breaking Down Electric Vehicle Funding in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Energy Central

trillion in funding from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) contains substantial opportunities for innovators, cleantech businesses, community organizations, and local governments across the U.S. Our first entry into the Breaking Down the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law blog series provided an overview of.

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Infographic: New EU Deforestation Regulation Milestone for Protecting Forests and Reducing Emissions

The Environmental Blog

It’s not just about being on the right side of the law – it’s about protecting our forests, maintaining biodiversity, and fostering responsible supply chains. Key to compliance is a robust due diligence system. Businesses must assess risks, implement mitigation measures, and continuously monitor their supply chains.

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State ROFR laws are holding back transmission buildout in MISO and must go away

Renewable Energy World

State Right of First Refusal (ROFR) laws in the North and seams issues in the South are reasons for limited opportunities. If MISO and MISO states are serious about building the next wave of transmission, lowering the voltage threshold for bidding out competitive projects and removing ROFR laws must be implemented.

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The role of antitrust law in creating energy democracy

Renewable Energy World

Law is one very important way of addressing the challenges of climate change. When monopoly utilities go out of their way to squash competition, solar advocates can use antitrust law to secure their rights. The myth of the regulatory compact. The Salt River Project.

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Why Will High Carbon Emitting Buildings Be Worth Less Over Time

The Environmental Blog

Local Law 33 – Importance of Building Energy Upgrades. An energy grade is assigned to each building based on its ENERGY STAR score under Local Law 33. The law neither demands a minimum grade, nor applies any penalties for lower grades. How Local Law 97 Can Reduce Property Value. No data submitted. Exempted building.

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Information about the Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Settlement

The Environmental Blog

A new federal law, though, is nearing completion. Most of the substances in this groundwater had toxicity levels that were thousands to tens of thousands higher than those permitted by federal law safety regulations. The post Information about the Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Settlement appeared first on The Environmental Blog.

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