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Climate voters helped Biden four years ago. But...
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, President Joe Biden is trying to win over many of the young, climate-focused voters who supported him four years ago. But those voters are not only frustrated with some of the administration’s energy policies, they’re also angry about the war in Gaza and how the president is handling it. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down how Biden’s Gaza stance risks young climate voters in 2024. Plus, White House adviser John Podesta has been tapped to be the Biden administration's top climate diplomat once John Kerry steps down from that post this spring. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Inside the Hill pushback to Biden’s Snake River...
House lawmakers are questioning the Biden administration’s deal to rejuvenate salmon and steelhead species along the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest and support efforts to replace the hydropower along the river. It’s a political issue angering Republicans, who accuse the Biden administration of wanting to remove the Snake River dams. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down the administration’s decision and the congressional pushback. Plus, the largest offshore wind farm in the United States received the last two major federal approvals it needed to begin construction. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Joe Biden is officially not coming after your g...
The Energy Department announced new energy efficiency standards for ovens and gas stoves on Monday that are weaker than what it initially proposed last year. The move comes after Republicans and some centrist Democrats accused the Biden administration of seeking to ban gas stoves – a move the Biden rule never actually contemplated. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the details and politics of Biden’s new gas stove rule. Plus, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in late March about the Biden administration's objections to a multistate agreement governing the Rio Grande river. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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The cost of drinking PFAS-free water is high fo...
The Biden administration is set to impose first-ever federal limits that will require thousands of public water systems to capture and dispose of toxic contaminants in drinking water that have been linked to infertility and cancer. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down the details of the standards and how utilities will face significant challenges in order to meet them. Plus, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin is pledging to hold a hearing about the Biden administration’s recently announced LNG moratorium. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Inside Biden’s LNG moratorium
Today, the Biden administration announced a highly-anticipated moratorium on permits for new natural gas facilities for over a year. The decision comes as the United States leads the world in both liquefied natural gas exports and oil and gas production. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the energy and foreign policy implications of the decision, along with the mixed reaction. Plus, continued attacks on vessels in the Red Sea are disrupting cargo shipments between Asia and Europe. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why permitting reform talks persist despite lon...
Top Democratic and Republican leaders in the Senate have once again restarted talks to enact permitting reform after they stalled out last year. But those negotiations are challenged by election-year politics and skeptics on both sides of the aisle. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the latest permitting push and why it faces long odds. Plus, former Trump administration Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette says a second Trump presidency will not kill President Joe Biden’s landmark climate law. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why Buddy Carter thinks Republicans need to ste...
Rep. Buddy Carter, a Georgia Republican, is set to play a key role in climate and energy policy as the new chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials subcommittee and the new vice chair of the Conservative Climate Caucus. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel chats with Carter about his top priorities for the panel, why Republicans should compromise with Democrats on permitting reform, and what conservatives hope to gain by having a seat at the climate table. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why Biden’s nat gas rethink is spooking Europe
The Biden administration’s decision to review how it considers climate when issuing permits for new natural gas export facilities could cause headaches for European countries, which have become increasingly reliant on U.S. liquefied natural gas during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the concerns within the EU and the internal divisions within the Biden administration. Plus, the Supreme Court said it will review a deal between Texas, New Mexico and Colorado meant to settle a decades-long fight over the use of the Rio Grande river. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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The pipeline industry is booming but safety reg...
The federal government’s pipeline safety watchdog is facing a budget crunch because of partisan politics and increased regulatory responsibility as companies build out thousands of miles of new pipelines. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down how even though the pipeline industry is booming, US regulators are struggling to keep up. Plus, people uprooted by natural disasters will now be eligible for tens of thousands of additional dollars from the federal government. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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How one big Supreme Court case could change ene...
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority appears poised to weaken the power of federal agencies by overturning Chevron deference, a legal doctrine that gives them latitude to craft regulations in countless areas including energy and the environment. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down what’s at stake in the energy world if Chevron deference is overturned. Plus, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee easily advanced legislation Thursday that inches Congress toward imposing carbon tariffs. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Inside the brewing GOP carbon tariff clash
Republicans are split over the PROVE It Act, a modest bipartisan bill set for markup today in the Senate that would authorize a two-year study into how carbon emissions of U.S. manufactured goods compare to allies and adversaries. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the details of the bill and how it’s exposing larger divisions among Republicans over how to integrate climate into trade policy. Plus, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority seems poised to weaken the power of federal agencies after Wednesday’s oral arguments in the Chevron deference case.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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The Biden administration’s vision for a China-f...
A top official at the Energy Department told a Senate panel Thursday that the United States can make the transition to electric vehicles without China. It’s a sign that the administration believes its efforts to establish domestic clean energy supply chains are working. But the remarks drew significant skepticism from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down the Biden administration’s EV defense and the pushback from lawmakers. Plus, a three-month campaign by G7 countries, including the United States, is driving Russian oil below world prices. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. James Bikales is the host of Morning Energy and a reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Biden’s team rethinks gas export permits
The Biden administration is reviewing the criteria it uses to approve new liquefied natural gas export projects, according to two people familiar with the plan. It’s a potentially major move that could threaten the United States’ position as the world’s biggest shipper of the fuel. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the climate and geopolitical factors behind this decision along with the reaction. Plus, the Biden administration launched a new effort Tuesday to boost the U.S. supply chain for materials critical to advanced nuclear production. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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What 2023’s record temperatures could mean for ...
Last year was the hottest ever around the world, and if the trend continues, it could spell trouble for politicians as around 4 billion voters head to ballot boxes in 2024. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down what to expect from the global temperature data that's set to be released this week and how it could impact international politics. Plus, the Supreme Court said it will not hear Alaska’s request for the high court to step in directly and undo EPA’s veto of the Pebble Mine project. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Inside GOP Rep. John Curtis’ climate bet in Utah
Rep. John Curtis of Utah, who’s been a consistent green voice on the right, is making climate change a core part of his campaign to replace Mitt Romney in the Senate. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down Curtis’ strategy, the complicated party dynamics he must navigate, and how his campaign could represent a test case for Republicans on climate change. Plus, federal officials say automakers sold more than 1.4 million electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the United States during 2023. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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How the ESG war could escalate in 2024
Corporate environmental, social and governance policies will be back in the spotlight in 2024, with both parties gearing up for fights on Capitol Hill, in statehouses across the country and in the courts. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down how the conflict over ESG policies may play out in 2024. Plus, Shell has joined BP in complaining to federal regulators that Venture Global LNG is failing to ship liquefied natural gas to promised customers from a Louisiana terminal. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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New year, new EV tax credit rules
The Biden administration’s updated rules for the electric vehicle tax credit took effect on Monday, slashing the number of the EVs that can qualify but giving consumers a chance to access the subsidy right when they purchase the vehicle. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down how these new regulations impact consumers, EV manufacturers, and President Joe Biden’s EV adoption efforts. Plus, the developers of three New York offshore wind projects have terminated one of its contracts with the state. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. James Bikales is the host of Morning Energy and a reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is a senior audio producer-host at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Judge allows kids to fight feds on climate
A federal judge ruled over the weekend that a landmark climate change lawsuit brought by children and young adults against the federal government could move forward, a victory for climate activists after eight years of legal tug-of-war. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the latest ruling and what’s next for the case. Plus, the developers of the embattled Mountain Valley Pipeline plan to dramatically shrink its 75-mile expansion project. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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What to expect in energy policy in 2024
It’s officially 2024, and the POLITICO Energy team is keeping a close eye on permitting reform, the Biden administration’s regulatory agenda, and the rollout of clean energy incentives – all with the November elections looming. POLITICO’s James Bikales previews what to expect in energy policy in 2024. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. James Bikales is the host of Morning Energy and a reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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How energy and climate policies changed in 2023
Energy and climate policies experienced numerous shifts in 2023, but fossil fuels continued to rise while extreme weather events became more frequent. POLITICO’s Matt Daily breaks down the biggest events and trends in energy and climate policies this past year at home and abroad and how that will impact 2024. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why the Colorado River fight could spill into t...
Seven Western states are trying to hash out a long-term deal to share water supplies from the dwindling Colorado River once their current agreement expires in 2026. But opening negotiations aren’t going well after last week’s Colorado River users conference in Las Vegas. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down why the states are scrambling and how this issue could become the Biden administration’s problem during the 2024 election season. Plus, the Interior Department's Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale brought in more than $382 million on Wednesday, the largest yield in eight years from an offshore auction.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Biden faces tricky Line 5 pipeline politics in ...
Earlier this month, Michigan regulators approved a key permit to build a tunnel under the Great Lakes to house the controversial Line 5 oil pipeline, prompting pushback from environmental advocates. POLITICO’s Adam Aton breaks down the latest Line 5 news and how President Joe Biden now must navigate tricky pipeline politics in a swing-state during an election year. Plus, FERC on Tuesday launched an investigation into whether it should exercise more oversight over large investment companies’ stakes in public utilities. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Adam Aton covers the politics of climate change for POLITICO’s E&E News. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why Bidenomics is working better abroad than at...
President Joe Biden’s 2024 reelection pitch “Bidenomics,” which includes Inflation Reduction Act incentives for more domestic manufacturing, is falling flat with American voters. But leaders across the world can’t get enough of it. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down why Bidenomics is working abroad despite flailing at home and why that matters for the climate. Plus, the United Kingdom will impose a tax on imports with large carbon footprints. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why greens are worried about Biden’s COP28 promise
U.S. green groups are warning the Biden administration that its approval of domestic fossil fuel projects in light of this year’s historic COP28 climate deal could impact President Joe Biden’s 2024 reelection campaign. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down how US green groups are reacting after COP28 and what it means for the 2024 elections. Plus, the Biden administration issued guidance for a new tax incentive under the Inflation Reduction Act meant to onshore the production of key clean energy components and critical minerals. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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Why COP28’s historic fossil fuel deal may be to...
Nearly 200 countries finalized a last-minute, historic agreement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference to transition away from fossil fuels. But some say the deal falls short of what needs to be done to slow down climate change. POLITICO’s Zack Colman and Sara Schonhardt break down the final COP28 deal, what’s missing, and where international climate talks go from here. Plus, a new report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation warned that the United States could face potential energy shortfalls in the next decade. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Sara Schonhardt is an international climate reporter for E&E News. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
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