Author Archives: Jessica Bell

Frequently Asked Questions about the Paris Agreement

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Jessica Bell

Earlier this month, the Congressional Research Service (CRS) released Climate Change: Frequently Asked Questions about the 2015 Paris Agreement.  CRS starts with a summary of and context for the Paris Agreement, noting that “Members of Congress have expressed diverse views … Continue reading →

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State and Tribal Associations Weigh In on CEIP Proposal

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Jessica Bell

Comments have started coming in on the proposed Clean Energy Incentive Program (CEIP) design details.  Here are some highlights: The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) submitted comments taking no position on the merits or legality of the CPP … Continue reading →

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Natural Gas Generation Predicted to Emit More CO2 Than Coal in 2016

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Jessica Bell

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has predicted that energy-associated CO2 emissions from natural gas will be greater than those from coal for the first time since 1972.  While coal is more carbon-intensive than natural gas, changes in generation mix have … Continue reading →

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Litigation Update: EPA’s Methane Rules for Oil and Natural Gas

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Jessica Bell

Nine petitions challenging EPA’s final New Source Performance Standards for the oil and natural gas sector have been filed with the D.C. Circuit (the rule was published in the Federal Register in early June).  EPA’s rule limits certain greenhouse gas, … Continue reading →

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New York Public Service Commission Approves “50 by 2030” Clean Energy Standard

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Jessica Bell

The New York Public Service Commission has approved the Clean Energy Standard (CES) for New York.  The CES will require 50% of the state’s electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030.  Under the CES, utilities and other energy suppliers will … Continue reading →

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