After the killing of Iranian General Qasseem Soleimani and the bombing of two Iraqi military bases that hosted Western forces, oil prices took a plunge and reached a 6-month low. Plus, the new trade agreement between North American countries is reviewed by 6 Senate committees, including the Environment and Public Works panel. And, California's governor Gavin Newsom presents a new state budget that includes a multi-billion proposal to tackle climate change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Jan 13, 2020•6 min•Ep. 58
Multiple environmental groups gather today in Washington to announce a new pressure strategy to get big financial companies to move away the from fossil fuel industry. Also, the president announces big changes to NEPA. And, Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg announces a $1 trillion infrastructure plan with an eye toward tackling clean drinking water and lead contamination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 10, 2020•7 min•Ep. 57
On Wednesday, Maryland governor Larry Hogan directed the state's attorney general to sue the EPA and the state of Pennsylvania after the Keystone state announces it does not plan to meet its promises to reduce pollution runoff into the Chesapeake Bay. Plus, president Trump speaks about the implications of the escalating relations with Iran for American oil access. And, the administration is expected to announce changes to the National Environmental Policy Act today. Find more on the show at poli...
Jan 09, 2020•6 min•Ep. 56
The Trump administration is expected to narrow the scope of a landmark environmental law that oversees permitting for federal infrastructure projects, a move that has been championed by many in the private sector for years. Plus, Senate Energy Chairman Lisa Murkowski says nominees for key executive roles will be on hold during the impeachment trial unless they get unanimous consent from the Senate. And, an east coast pipeline project gets another loss in courts. Find more on the show at politico...
Jan 08, 2020•6 min•Ep. 55
House Democrats are kicking off the year making PFAS regulations one of the first items on their agenda. Plus, at least one American oil company is taking their employees and contractors out of Iraq following the killing of Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 07, 2020•5 min•Ep. 54
Over the last ten years, climate change and energy policy has taken the spotlight in national and global politics. The last decade was marked by ambitious plans and nonstop political tug-of-wars in this area, and we check in with POLITICO's energy reporters for a review of the 2010s, and a look at what the next decade of energy and environmental policy will look like. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 06, 2020•38 min•Ep. 53
Seven Democratic presidential candidates met in Los Angeles for the last debate of the year, hosted by POLITICO and PBS Newshour, and discussed in length their climate and energy proposals. Plus, the EPA suspends an effort to change biofuel blending requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard. And, FERC Commissioners vote to impose a floor price for wind, solar and nuclear power plants that receive state subsidies in the PJM capacity market. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcas...
Dec 20, 2019•8 min•Ep. 52
Tonight, 7 Democratic candidates for the White House meet at the last debate of the year, hosted by POLITICO and PBS Newshour. In the last part of our series, we discuss their climate proposals, and how the Democratic field differs from the current administration’s agenda. Plus, FERC will vote on whether or not to impose a price floor on PJM interconnection's capacity market, a decision that could redefine the regional transmission organization. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podca...
Dec 19, 2019•9 min•Ep. 51
The House has sent a spending deal package over to the Senate, which includes a number of tax extenders for multiple energy producers, but leaves others out. Plus, the Senate passed a defense authorization bill that includes sanctions on companies related to the construction of 2 Russian gas pipelines. And, ahead of Thursday's Democratic presidential debate hosted by POLITICO and PBS, we flesh out the candidates' positions on carbon emissions. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast...
Dec 18, 2019•8 min•Ep. 50
A new deal on a budget for the upcoming fiscal year is set to pass, avoiding another December government shutdown. While the deal includes some provisions related to PFAS, it is not as aggressive as some in Congress wanted it to be. Also, ahead of Thursday's Democratic presidential debate hosted by POLITICO and PBS, we analyze the candidates' positions on oil, gas, and fracking. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 17, 2019•8 min•Ep. 49
Negotiators met at the COP 25 summit in Madrid to iron out global policy that was pending since the Paris Climate Agreement was signed in 2015. Now, more than two weeks later, they return home with little to show. Also, all the Democratic presidential candidates talk about their climate policy proposals, but few have talked about the federal commission that could stop many of their efforts. And, ahead of Thursday's presidential debate, we analyze the candidates' positions on nuclear power. Find ...
Dec 16, 2019•11 min•Ep. 48
The UN climate summit in Madrid was expected to help nations reach a deal on important global climate policies. Instead, it appears to have only sparked old disagreements between parties of the Paris Climate Agreement. Meanwhile, there a "deal in principle" is struck in Congress that would avert another government shutdown. And, a leader at the EPA, faces questions from the House Science Committee. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Dec 13, 2019•6 min•Ep. 47
The EU is considering imposing tariffs on goods from countries that have failed to match its ambitious climate change policies, including the United States. Meanwhile, China puts a road block on the negotiations at the UN climate summit in Spain. And, Dan Brouillette is sworn in at the White House as the new Energy secretary. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 12, 2019•5 min•Ep. 46
After months of negotiations, the House will vote on its version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which will not include some key provisions related to PFAS regulations. But House Democrats say this does not mean that the push for these regulations is over. Plus, the EPA’s watchdog ends a probe on Ryan Jackson, the agency’s chief of staff. And, a New York judge clears Exxon Mobil from a lawsuit related to the company’s knowledge of its impact on the climate. Find more on the show at po...
Dec 11, 2019•6 min•Ep. 45
As the Paris Climate Agreement stands attacks from global leaders, smaller government officials are stepping up in its defense. These groups are now finding global partners while at the COP 25 in Madrid. Plus, Senate Democrats introduce a resolution today to argue for the U.S. to remain in the Paris agreement. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 10, 2019•5 min•Ep. 44
After a week of unsuccessful negotiations at the COP 25 in Madrid, some of the parties have sent top government officials to try to break deals on many of the Paris Climate Agreement's central points. Plus, a deal on the defense budget bill seems to be coming, but it will not include important environmental regulations. And, House Republicans host a showcase on energy and environment innovation. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Dec 09, 2019•6 min•Ep. 43
President Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the Paris Climate Agreement could mean that America will be missing out on taking part of a growing global carbon market. Meanwhile, thousands of youth across the world are expected to protest to demand more action on climate change. Plus, the EPA's inspector general determined the agency violated two executive orders when it tried to repeal greenhouse gas limits for refurbished truck engines, and House Democrats stop trying to include PFAS regu...
Dec 06, 2019•7 min•Ep. 42
The U.S. International Trade Commission is set to review the effects of the tariffs on photovoltaic solar equipment that were implemented in early 2018. Plus, the EPA proposes setting no financial assurance rules for the petroleum and coal products manufacturing sector under the Superfund law. And, the agency's Inspector General will release a report on whether EPA ran afoul of two executive orders in its 2017 proposal repealing glider truck emissions rules. Find more on the show at politico.com...
Dec 05, 2019•6 min•Ep. 41
With less than two months before the Nordstream 2 pipeline is completed, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is blasting the administration for failing to take action in trying to halt the project. Plus, House Intelligence Committee chairman Adam Schiff presents the impeachment report, which mentiont former Energy secretary Rick Perry. And, the EPA issued two final policy guidance memos easing industry requirements under the New Source Review permitting program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Dec 04, 2019•7 min•Ep. 40
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in a lawsuit involving Montana residents and a company responsible for contaminating a superfund site. At issue is whether neighbors of the Anaconda superfund site can sue for more cleanup than the EPA requires. Plus, documents show EPA administrator Andrew Wheeler favored industry experts over academics when the agency chose advisers for major air quality rules. And, Dan Brouillette is officially a member of the president's cabinet. Find more on the show at...
Dec 03, 2019•6 min•Ep. 39
After the UN’s climate convention was delayed due to revolts in Chile earlier this year, leaders gather in Madrid this week to discuss international climate policy. Plus, the Senate votes on the next Energy secretary, and a new bipartisan coalition on climate change kicks off. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 02, 2019•7 min•Ep. 38
As Secretary Rick Perry prepares for his last week at the head of the Energy Department, our team goes over the record during his tenure. And, a new report from the UN sends a new warning regarding climate emissions. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 27, 2019•8 min•Ep. 37
A New York utility reaches a settlement with the state after weeks of dispute over the approval of a pipeline. Plus, new data shows a stark political divide on climate policies and the consequences. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 26, 2019•5 min•Ep. 36
Over the last decade, the U.S. played a big role in the U.N. efforts that would seek to curb emissions coming from the commercial aviation industry. However, the shift in American climate policy is allowing other countries to diminish this proposal at the UN. Plus, Energy Secretary Rick Perry responds to accusations from Ambassador Gordon Sondland, who said Perry knew about the investigations at the heart of the impeachment probe. And, climate activist, billionaire, and former New York City mayo...
Nov 25, 2019•7 min•Ep. 35
The EPA has finished a plan detailing PFAS regulations, but may be holding off on submitting it for agency reviews – raising concern about pressures within the Trump administration from the Department of Defense. Meanwhile at the Hill, the Senate sets a date for the confirmation vote of Dan Brouillette as Energy Secretary, and the House unveils a bill to make federal agencies aim for a 100% clean economy by 2050. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad cho...
Nov 22, 2019•6 min•Ep. 34
Gordon Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the EU finally speaks in public before the House Intelligence Committee, and he says top administration officials knew about the requests to Ukraine for investigations at the heart of the impeachment probe. This includes his former "amigo on Ukraine policy", Energy Secretary Rick Perry. Also, the Democratic debate finally gets some time at the Democratic debates. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Nov 21, 2019•8 min•Ep. 33
Gordon Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the EU, once referred to himself, Energy Secretary Rick Perry, and special envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker as the three amigos in Ukraine policy. But will he remember the only one of these "amigos" in his public hearing before the House Intelligence Committee? Plus, a preview of the Democratic presidential debate from a climate perspective with Climate 2020 podcast host Jeff Nesbit. And, the House Ways and Means Committee presents draft legislation that would...
Nov 20, 2019•6 min•Ep. 32
Congress is moving at full speed ahead of the Thanksgiving break. Today, the Senate Energy Committee will vote on the nominations of Dan Brouillette for Energy secretary, James Danly as FERC boardmember, and Katherine Macgregor for deputy Interior secretary, while the House Energy and Commerce committee holds a massive markup that includes a ban on asbestos and legislation on PFAS chemicals. Meanwhile on the Hill, more public testimony unfolds as part of the impeachment probe, and a group of cli...
Nov 19, 2019•6 min•Ep. 31
Regulations for toxic chemicals known as PFAS are expected to come along with the National Defense Authorization Act. But since controversial issues like the border wall are keeping lawmakers from reaching a deal on the NDAA, some House members have launched a major push for regulations, and have a drafted a Hollywood star to their cause. Also, climate activists are taking over the office of the Speaker of the House, as the impeachment probe carries on in the House. And, the House Science Commit...
Nov 18, 2019•6 min•Ep. 30
Two Energy reporters dig in to find more about is Ryan Jackson, the EPA chief of staff accused of stonewalling investigations from the agency's watchdog. Also, Dan Brouillette is met by friendly faces at his Senate confirmation hearing. And, Twitter provides more details on its ban on political ads, which could impact messaging on climate change. Find more on the show at politico.com/energy-podcast . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 15, 2019•8 min•Ep. 29
