House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer are expected to introduce new legislation aimed at fighting high gasoline prices. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna breaks down the legislation and why vulnerable Democrats want their party to do more to tackle high costs. Anthony Adragna is the author of POLITICO’s Congress Minutes. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITIC...
Apr 29, 2022•8 min•Ep. 641
Solar industry executives opposed to the Biden administration’s inquiry into module imports from four Southeast Asian countries were on the Hill this week to make their case that the Commerce Department should quickly issue a negative determination. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the latest with the investigation and its impact on the solar sector. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio ...
Apr 28, 2022•8 min•Ep. 640
As Congress returns this week, there’s renewed pressure on Democrats and environmental advocates to pass party-line legislation that addresses climate change. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the latest climate talks and what’s at stake, especially as the midterm elections loom. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITICO’s audio depart...
Apr 27, 2022•8 min•Ep. 639
Natural gas power plant owners are hoping states and regional markets will do what that federal government won’t: put a price on carbon emissions. It’s a policy choice the companies hope will improve their market position compared to coal and less efficient plants, although they still face big challenges winning over regional markets and environmental advocates. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains how carbon pricing gained momentum with the gas industry. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for...
Apr 26, 2022•7 min•Ep. 637
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rages on, Ukraine should have a plan to repair or rebuild with the most energy-efficient materials and technologies, according to one of the country's government officials. POLITICO Europe’s Karl Mathiesen explains the details of that plan and how it could reshape Ukraine’s climate legacy. Karl Mathiesen is the Senior Climate Correspondent for POLITICO Europe. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu...
Apr 25, 2022•7 min•Ep. 636
he French presidential election ends this Sunday. Centrist and current President Emmanuel Macron is squaring off against far-right opponent Marine Le Pen. POLITICO Europe’s Louise Guillot explains each candidate’s climate views and how they could impact France’s future green policies. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Louise Guillot is a reporter on POLITICO Europe’s sustainability team. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLIT...
Apr 22, 2022•9 min•Ep. 635
Republican lawmakers and red states alike are politically and legally attacking President Joe Biden’s social cost of carbon. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains how the estimate became a political flashpoint and what that means for the Biden administration’s climate agenda. 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. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a senior...
Apr 21, 2022•8 min•Ep. 634
The White House has finalized a rule that will once again require federal agencies to consider indirect and cumulative environmental impacts of their actions, including those related to climate change. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains the implications of this rule, how it fits into the Biden administration’s climate agenda and what’s next. 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. Carlos...
Apr 20, 2022•8 min•Ep. 633
New Mexico is one of the top fossil fuel producing states. It's also home to some of the most pro-green energy lawmakers in Congress. Can the White House learn a lesson from how the two interests coexist in the state? POLITICO’S Ben Lefebvre reports. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audi...
Apr 19, 2022•8 min•Ep. 632
California’s air regulators have unveiled a plan that would simultaneously ramp up the sales of electric and zero-emission vehicles while phasing out the sales of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035. But, automakers say that timeline is “extremely challenging” while environmentalists argue it’s too slow. POLITICO’s Colby Bermel reports. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Colby Bermel is the energy reporter for POLITICO California. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carl...
Apr 18, 2022•8 min•Ep. 631
Amid Russia’s invasion, the executives for Ukrainian energy companies are asking Congress and the Biden administration to help the country secure natural gas before this coming winter. They’re warning that disruptions to the country’s fuel supply will lead to a humanitarian crisis. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains what Ukranian energy executives are asking for and what lawmakers can actually do about it. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLIT...
Apr 15, 2022•8 min•Ep. 630
President Joe Biden’s latest actions to reduce high fuel prices and inflation have left his green supporters discouraged, divided and wondering if the moment has passed to get major climate legislation passed during this Congress. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the executive produ...
Apr 14, 2022•8 min•Ep. 629
On Tuesday, President Joe Biden announced that he will be lifting the ban on summertime sales of gasoline that contain 15 percent ethanol. The move is part of the administration’s effort to tame high gas prices ahead of the midterm elections. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains the actual impact of this move at the pump and how greens and the ethanol industry are reacting. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is ...
Apr 13, 2022•8 min•Ep. 628
FERC’s Democratic members may compromise with one of their Republican counterparts on two controversial pipeline policy statements. But, that compromise could remove FERC's ability to reject a pipeline project if its level of greenhouse gas emissions — and its impact on climate change — is considered too high. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-pr...
Apr 12, 2022•8 min•Ep. 627
Democrats and Republicans are growing frustrated with the political spin in Congress around high gasoline prices, and lawmakers are hoping to advance energy policies to manage the problem. But these policiesare not easy to implement, especially as the midterm elections loom. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains why gas prices are actually high and the policies lawmakers are pursuing to lower them. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlo...
Apr 11, 2022•9 min•Ep. 626
Congress voted Thursday to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and ban the import of Russian oil and gas to the United States. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down what a ban actually means and if Congress can enact any other policies to punish Russia. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the executive producer o...
Apr 08, 2022•8 min•Ep. 625
On Wednesday, Democrats and Republicans played the blame game as oil company executives testified about high gasoline prices at a House committee hearing. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel spoke to Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.), chair of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, to understand the political strategy behind Wednesday’s hearing and whether anything can be done about gas prices. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kathy Castor represents Florida's 14th congressional district i...
Apr 07, 2022•8 min•Ep. 624
The House Energy and Commerce is meeting today with the leadership of BP America, Chevron, Devon Energy, Exxon Mobil, Pioneer Natural Resources and Shell USA. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel previews the hearing with Mike Sommers, the president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Mike Sommers is the president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITI...
Apr 06, 2022•8 min•Ep. 623
As Democrats look to pass a party-line climate change and social spending bill ahead of the midterm elections, House progressives may accept policies that boost fossil fuels in the short term in order to win Sen. Joe Manchin's support for the broader bill. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny A...
Apr 05, 2022•8 min•Ep. 622
Last week, the Transportation Department released new tailpipe pollution standards that will require cars and light trucks to become significantly more fuel efficient by 2026. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down that rule and how it fits into President Joe Biden’s climate agenda. 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. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is...
Apr 04, 2022•8 min•Ep. 621
The White House and Democrats are hoping to strike a deal on a slimmed down version of the Build Back Better bill that includes major climate and clean energy legislation – a key priority before the midterm elections. That’s brought all eyes back to Sen. Joe Manchin, who’s been a defender of fossil fuels in the caucus, but has also been open to a historic green energy push. POLITICO’s Zack Colman takes a look at the climate confidants of the West Virginia senator who could help shape his policy ...
Apr 01, 2022•8 min•Ep. 620
Earlier this week, Canada released its latest climate plan that includes billions of dollars in new spending to meet the country’s 2030 targets. That plan calls for the oil and gas sector to cut emissions by 42 percent from current levels. POLITICO’s Zi-Ann Lum reports. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Zi-Ann Lum covers Canadian federal politics and energy and environmental policy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer f...
Mar 31, 2022•8 min•Ep. 619
More than a year into President Joe Biden’s term, none of the government’s major bank regulators have Senate-confirmed leaders. That’s because some of Biden’s nominees believe that financial regulators should have a major role in fighting climate change — a position rejected by Republican legislators. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida explains. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Victoria Guida is an economics reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos P...
Mar 30, 2022•8 min•Ep. 618
After months of waiting, the Biden administration finally announced that it will initiate an investigation into solar modules from four Southeast Asian nations. The decision comes after a petition from a small California-based manufacturer argued that Chinese solar companies were avoiding existing tariffs on products from China. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down how that decision could impact the industry and the Biden administration’s clean energy goals. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter...
Mar 29, 2022•8 min•Ep. 617
The federal government’s first attempt to require pipeline companies to meet basic cybersecurity standards is floundering. And that tension comes amid heightened concerns about Russian cyberattacks stemming from the war in Ukraine. POLITICO’s Eric Geller explains why the pipeline industry is pushing back against these cyber rules. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy and is the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Eric Geller is a cybersecurity reporter at POLITICO. Nirmal Mulai...
Mar 28, 2022•8 min•Ep. 615
After weeks of blowback from Republican lawmakers, industry groups and Senator Joe Manchin, FERC voted unanimously on Thursday to walk back its two controversial gas policies that would have scrutinized new fossil fuel projects. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains that decision and what that means for new projects moving forward. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy and is the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal...
Mar 25, 2022•7 min•Ep. 616
President Joe Biden hopes that he can push states to spur transformative climate and equity programs nationwide using money from last year’s $550 billion infrastructure package. The problem is that states control most of the cash and may not share his goals of tackling climate change or reversing the effects of institutionalized racism. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy and is the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Zack Colman covers climate ...
Mar 24, 2022•8 min•Ep. 614
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chair Richard Glick is one of President Joe Biden’s biggest allies when it comes to putting climate change at the forefront of federal energy policy. But that climate focus may cost him his job since he has pushed policies that have angered prominent lawmakers — including many Republicans and, perhaps most crucially, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean en...
Mar 23, 2022•7 min•Ep. 613
The European Union wants the United States to send more liquefied natural gas to help the continent reduce its dependence on Russian natural gas. But, what more can President Joe Biden offer? POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy and is the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a seni...
Mar 22, 2022•8 min•Ep. 612
The Texas power grid’s ability to withstand extreme weather events could hinge on the outcome of the state’s gubernatorial election. That’s because the candidates — Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke — have very different views on the reliability of the state’s power system. POLITICO’s Jonathan Custodio breaks down each candidate’s power plans. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy and is the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Jonathan Custodio ...
Mar 21, 2022•7 min•Ep. 611
