Environmental & Regulations

Delaware Introduces Stronger Protections Against Utility Shutoffs
Environmental & Regulations Delaware Introduces Stronger Protections Against Utility Shutoffs

In a significant move addressing the rising utility costs and their burden on households, Delaware lawmakers have introduced House Bill 62 (HB 62). Sponsored by Representative Melanie Ross Levin, Representative Rae Moore, and Senator Stephanie Hansen, the bill aims to boost consumer protections

How Is Energy-from-Waste Shifting EU Policy on Methane Emissions?
Environmental & Regulations How Is Energy-from-Waste Shifting EU Policy on Methane Emissions?

The analysis released on 27 February 2025 recognizes Energy-from-Waste (EfW) as a pivotal approach in reducing methane emissions by diverting waste from landfills to biological treatment and energy recovery. This important recognition contrasts starkly with the EU Methane Strategy of 2020, which

Can Satellite Technology Improve CO2 Emissions Monitoring Accuracy?
Environmental & Regulations Can Satellite Technology Improve CO2 Emissions Monitoring Accuracy?

In a rapidly changing climate landscape, monitoring carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions with precision is essential for developing effective climate policies and mitigating global warming's impacts. The current reliance on ground-based measurements presents significant challenges, given CO2's

Is Airborne Lead Still a Threat to Infant Health Despite Reductions?
Environmental & Regulations Is Airborne Lead Still a Threat to Infant Health Despite Reductions?

The presence of lead in the environment, specifically airborne lead, has long been recognized as a significant health hazard, particularly for vulnerable populations such as infants. Despite considerable efforts to reduce lead exposure, particularly through the phase-out of leaded gasoline, a

White House Asserts Control Over Independent Regulatory Agencies
Environmental & Regulations White House Asserts Control Over Independent Regulatory Agencies

The recent move by the White House to assert authority over the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other independent regulatory agencies has sparked significant interest and debate. This step is based on an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which mandates these

Are NRC Regulations Stifling Innovation in Microreactor Development?
Environmental & Regulations Are NRC Regulations Stifling Innovation in Microreactor Development?

The legal petition filed by the states of Texas and Utah, along with the advanced nuclear technology company Last Energy, against the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has brought to light significant concerns regarding the current regulatory framework for nuclear reactor licensing. The lawsuit

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