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November 22, 2024

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FERC Terminates More Boyce Hydro Licenses
FERC terminated three more Boyce Hydro hydroelectric licenses, the latest chapter in the fallout of the utility’s 16-year ownership of the Edenville Dam.
FERC Summer Assessment Spotlights Western Drought Risks
Extreme heat and drought conditions are a major cause for concern in the Western Interconnection, according to FERC’s summer assessment.
IEA Paints Daunting Path to Net Zero by 2050
Reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 requires “unprecedented international cooperation," the International Energy Agency says.
CAISO Could See More Outages this Summer
California could experience capacity shortfalls this summer during severe heat because of limited imports and low hydroelectric production, CAISO said.
Climate Impact on Renewables Could Mean Costlier Buildout
Researchers found that the renewable resources required to address climate change are themselves increasingly subject to the impacts of global warming.
Green Transportation Bills Headed for Inslee’s Desk
Two bills intended to help decarbonize Washington’s transportation sector are headed to the desk of Gov. Jay Inslee, who is expected to approve both.
Enviros, Generators Oppose Canadian Hydro Line to NYC
Blackstone Group’s Champlain Hudson Power Express transmission project has made allies of power producers and environmentalists.
Inslee Pursues Climate Moonshot in 3rd Term
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee spoke with RTO Insider about his priorities for his third term in office, including his climate change-oriented agenda.
Bipartisan Agreement on Minnesota Climate Bills Unlikely
Minnesota has fallen far short of emission reductions targets, but the chance for bipartisan agreement on a course correction appears slim.
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Report: ‘Rein in’ Massachusetts Utilities’ Influence on Climate Policy
Opponents of legislation to address climate change in Massachusetts are blocking measures through “discourses of delay,” according to a new study.

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