Fuel and emissions rules
Everything filed under policy in our energy coverage, the 16 reports filed on it so far.
U.S. Winter Heating Costs Forecast to Diverge by Fuel Type
U.S. households face sharply different heating bills this winter, with natural gas and propane users saving while heating oil and electricity costs...
Trump Fuel Efficiency Rollback To Cost Drivers $1,624 More
The Trump administration has finalized a rollback of fuel efficiency standards to 34.9 mpg by 2031.
Trump Administration Finalizes Fuel Economy Standards
The Trump administration has finalized a rule weakening federal fuel efficiency standards for new vehicles.
Palisades nuclear plant fuel loading marks first U.S. reactor restart
The Palisades plant in Michigan began loading fuel assemblies in August 2024, becoming the first U.S. Commercial reactor to restart after entering...
Texas PUC Softens Data Center Grid Interconnection Rules
The Texas Public Utility Commission has adopted final interconnection rules for large loads.
WITT Gas Controls Supplies Custom Valve for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
WITT Gas Controls developed a custom non-return valve for a fuel cell manufacturer, enabling improved system efficiency and safety for material...
EPA Rolls Back Power Plant Emissions Rules
The EPA has rescinded the 2024 Carbon Pollution Standards, eliminating key federal regulations on fossil fuel power plant emissions.
NERC Proposes New Rules for Data Center Grid Reliability
NERC is creating a new class of registered entity and reliability standards for large computational loads like data centers.
NRC Chairman Proposes Modernized Radiation Protection Rules
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission chairman outlines a proposed shift from the subjective ALARA principle to a more objective, graded framework.
Utilities Must Scrutinize Advanced Reactor Risks, Report Says
A new analysis advises utility executives to evaluate advanced nuclear reactors on three key dimensions, including capital efficiency and fuel...
Crankcase Ventilation Gains Focus as Engine Roles Grow
As reciprocating engines take on larger roles in distributed generation and data centers, managing crankcase emissions is becoming critical.
Oklo Files FERC Complaint Over PJM Queue Withdrawal
Oklo has filed an emergency complaint with FERC, alleging PJM improperly withdrew its 750-MW multi-fuel generation project from the interconnection...
Gas Car Residuals Face Collapse, Analysis Predicts
An analysis predicts ordinary gasoline cars in the US could become worth less than their ongoing fuel and maintenance costs within five years.
Enterprise completes 8 new NGL pipelines
EIA reports eight liquid-fuel pipeline projects finished in 2025-2026, plus 14 new announcements, detailing capacity and mileage for key lines.
Boston Explores Sea- and River-Source Heat Pumps for Big Buildings
Boston and neighboring Cambridge are home to three projects that plan to tap the city's rivers and harbor to provide emissions-free heating and...
Study Finds Switching to EVs Sooner Cuts Emissions, Even for Nearly New Gas Cars
New research shows that replacing a gas-powered car with an electric vehicle (EV) significantly reduces lifetime emissions, even for cars just two...