The Trump administration has cut tens of millions of dollars from a key Columbia Basin salmon-restoration program run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, a move experts say puts the treasured Northwest fish in further jeopardy.
With biodiversity loss accelerating, lawmakers are pushing agencies to protect all species—not just game—while rethinking commissions and diversifying funding streams.
Explore the evolving role of Tribal Nations in Colorado River Basin management. With post-2026 water negotiations underway, stakeholders navigate historic claims, drought pressures, and the future of equitable water governance.
The U.S. Air Force is advancing energy resilience with multi-fuel technology, streamlining logistics and ensuring mission readiness. Learn how five industry leaders are driving innovation in defense energy solutions.
Explore Governor Newsom’s initiatives to modernize California’s infrastructure, from expediting the Delta Conveyance Project to record-breaking growth in battery storage capacity.
Oregon is shifting its wind energy regulations, raising the site certificate threshold from 50 MW to 100 MW. How will this impact developers and local permitting?
Data centers are using more power than ever as AI expands fast. The Northwest must balance digital growth with climate commitments.
Pennsylvania’s General Assembly advances Governor Shapiro’s Lightning Plan, passing key clean energy incentives. The EDGE Tax Credit and Community Energy Act aim to drive billions in investment and create energy jobs.
Texas bay sediments hold surprisingly few microplastics. But that means more are drifting into the Gulf, where long-term risks stack up.
The SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Colorado and other drought-affected states. Learn how these loans can support economic recovery.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces major energy policy changes, including rescinding renewable energy incentives, streamlining oil and gas leasing, and fast-tracking permits.
With gas supplies shrinking, Alaska utility leaders propose reviving the Susitna hydro dam—a controversial $5.6B megaproject paused since 2016.
New Hampshire’s HB 710 positions advanced nuclear resources (ANRs) as a key part of energy diversification, reflecting a broader U.S. trend of state-driven nuclear policy shifts.
Delaware’s Senate Bill 72 requires public drinking water systems to report PFAS levels and mandates consumer notifications when contamination exceeds legal thresholds—advancing water safety protections ahead of federal timelines.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore signs SB 901 into law, making Maryland the sixth U.S. state to adopt Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). The law aims to modernize recycling systems and support a circular economy.
RESA Power adds MPPT to its Florida network, boosting field services. The move builds on past collaboration and extends testing capabilities.
A new battery-free implant system offers continuous patient monitoring while eliminating toxic waste, advancing sustainability and healthcare innovation.
As of May 2025, Vermont, Maryland, Virginia, and California have altered or paused their EV sales mandates. State officials cite market readiness, infrastructure gaps, and federal uncertainty.
Charger downtime is drawing fines and frustration. A new partnership is betting on tech and workforce scale to keep EV stations online.
Green Recycle USA will invest $4.3 million to open a plastics recycling facility in Pittsylvania County, Virginia, creating 28 jobs and supporting circular economy goals in Southside Virginia.