THE STATE OF PERMITTING REFORM: Sens. Steve Daines, Kevin Cramer, and John Hoeven say that Republicans are ready to negotiate on a more comprehensive bill on permitting reform – but with certain lines drawn in the sand. During an annual meeting for the Basin Electric Power Cooperative, the Midwestern senators urged for some type of permitting reform to pass this Congress – as it’s likely … read more

Green Power Gets Pricier After Years of DeclinesPhred Dvorak, The Wall Street Journal, August 13, 2-23 The renewable-power price increase is creating headaches for some utilities and companies Wind and solar power grew rapidly in part because the price fell for years. Now that trend has halted, and companies and utilities are paying more for green electricity.  Witness the San Juan … read more

AFTERMATH OF MONTANA YOUTH CLIMATE CASE: Yesterday’s court victory for the 16 young plaintiffs in the Montana climate case might have limited repercussions (if it is not overturned on appeal) for several reasons. The first is the issue of implementation: The state’s Republican-led legislature will be tasked with determining how to bring the court’s decision – that the state violated the youths’ constitutional right … read more