Author: Kym Bolado

Texas Agency Revokes Motiva’s Permit for Ethane Cracker in Port Arthur

In a significant development for the Texas energy landscape, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has officially canceled Motiva’s construction permits for its proposed ethane cracker in Port Arthur, Texas. This decision follows Motiva’s failure to commence construction by the early August deadline. On September 4, 2024, TCEQ announced the cancellation of the permits […]

Which U.S. States Are Benefitting the Most From the IRA, CHIPS and BIL?

Since the introduction of the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and other funding policies, several states across the U.S. have benefitted from investment in green energy, tech, and other sectors. While recent funding policies offer widespread public spending across the U.S., some unexpected states are benefitting from the initiatives more than others. A few […]

Republican States Appeal to Supreme Court to Halt Big Oil Climate Lawsuits

19 Republican states have appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene against Democratic-led lawsuits filed against big oil and gas companies. The lawsuits allege that big oil and gas companies lied to the public about the potential climate harm of fossil fuels. However, Republican states are pushing back, claiming California and other states do not have […]