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The President of the United States Can’t Tell a Falcon From a Bald Eagle, but Hey, He Aced His Cognitive Tests

On Dec. 30, President Donald Trump logged onto Truth Social with a familiar sense of confidence and a loose relationship with facts. He declared windmills a bald eagle enemy and attached an image of a dead bird for emphasis. But that bird wasn’t a bald eagle, and the image wasn’t…

The Mary Sue

D.C. Circuit Upholds Energy Department Ban on Non-Condensing Furnaces and Water Heaters

After this decision, rescinding this Biden Administration rule may be more difficult.

Reason

US Genesis Mission Leaves Out xAI as DOE Partners Warn of High-Stakes Research Impact

The US Genesis Mission, a massive national AI initiative launched by President Trump and led by the DOE, aims to accelerate scientific discovery by leveraging federal data and top partners such as Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

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Could a toxic metal plume threaten New Mexico residents?

The large underground body of contaminated water, a result of decades of flushed-out coolant from a power plant at Los Alamos, is raising concerns that it could eventually reach nearby wells

The Independent UK

Trump Just Gave Oklo Stock a Boost. Should You Buy OKLO Here?

Oklo was just selected for a Department of Energy program to build three specialized fuel fabrication facilities.

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Trump's Mineral Gambit After Lithium Americas—These Names Could Be Next

The Trump administration‘s recent move to acquire up to a 10% equity stake in Lithium Americas Corp (NYSE: LAC) has sent shockwaves through the mining sector. This strategic investment aims to bolster domestic production of critical minerals, particularly lithium, by renegotiating a $2.26 billion Department of Energy (DoE) loan for…

Benzinga

As Lithium Americas Stock Doubles on Trump Stake Bid, Is It Too Late to Buy LAC?

Lithium Americas' stock almost doubled after the White House expressed interest in acquiring an equity stake in the company, which is based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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Elon Musk's Hits Back At Energy Secretary, Chris Wright With A Two-Word Reply After His 'Worthless' Wind And Solar Energy Remark

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk has fired back at the U.S. Department of Energy’s recent controversial statement about renewable energy, emphasizing the significance of large-scale batteries in the renewable energy sector.

Benzinga

'Pro Tip': Atlanta Man Shows Hack To Charge EVs for Free

Dozens of U.S. cities have installed publicly accessible Level 2 chargers.

InsideEVs

Takeaways from scientists on the Trump administration's work on climate change and public health

Scientists are criticizing two key documents from the Trump administration that challenge the idea that climate change endangers the public

The Independent UK

The Department of Energy Just Admitted Climate Change May Not Be Catastrophic

A report affirms that greenhouse gases are warming the planet, but it also found no convincing evidence that U.S. hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, or droughts have become more frequent or intense in recent decades.

Reason

‘Shooting ourselves in the foot’: how Trump is fumbling geothermal energy

Former energy officials raise alarm about tariffs, cuts and other policies creating uncertainty in geothermal industry

The Guardian - US

Trump administration canceled a $4.9B loan guarantee for a line to deliver green power

The Trump administration has canceled a $4.9 billion federal loan guarantee for a new, 800-mile high-voltage transmission line for delivering solar and wind-generated electricity from the Midwest to the eastern U.S. The U.S. Department of Energy says Wednesday that it is not critical for the federal government to play a…

The Independent UK

Energy Fuels Stock Soars As DOE Launches Domestic Nuclear Fuel Initiative

The U.S. Department of Energy announced a pivotal new program to resurrect America’s nuclear fuel supply chain, a development that potentially places domestic uranium producer Energy Fuels Inc (AMEX:UUUU) in a favorable position.

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Get Ready For 800 Hours Of Blackouts, Trump's DOE Warns

The Department of Energy (DOE) under President Donald Trump released a report warning that the planned shutdown of existing power plants, combined with delays in bringing new energy sources online, could result in a significant increase in blackouts by the end of the decade.

The Conversation

How the end of carbon capture could spark a new industrial revolution

The U.S. Department of Energy’s decision to claw back US$3.7 billion in grants from industrial demonstration projects may create an unexpected opening for American manufacturing.

The Guardian - US

‘Going to increase prices on everybody’: US energy department workers sound alarm over cuts

Employees say cuts and deregulation undermine department’s ability to function and will cause cost hikes

The Independent UK

A coal plant was set to close in Michigan to transition to cleaner energy. Trump just ordered it to stay open

Decision was made after the Department of Energy warned of a heightened risk of blackouts during the summer

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The Independent UK

Trump looks to jump-start American nuclear power with latest executive orders

The U.S. has not commissioned a new civilian nuclear power plant in years

The Independent UK

$365M slated for solar projects in Puerto Rico will be diverted to power grid, sparking outcry

The U.S. Department of Energy says that $365 million originally slated for solar projects in Puerto Rico will be diverted to improve the island’s crumbling grid

The Independent UK

Energy Star, efficiency program that has steered consumer choice, targeted in cuts

Consumer and environmental groups are criticizing the Environmental Protection Agency's plan to eliminate its Energy Star offices

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Department Of Energy Identifies And Cancels 4 Million In Wasteful Spending

Department of Energy under President Trump is cutting wasteful spending to enhance efficiency and accountability, focusing on lowering energy costs and sup...

The Guardian - UK

We need to keep an open mind on cold fusion potential

Letters: Scientists around the world are leading research into cold fusion as an alternative to fossil fuels so it should not be dismissed as pseudo-scientific, say MIT-based researchers. Plus a letter from Huw Price

The Guardian - UK

Trump threatens 10% tariff on China and considers EU levy

Yuan and Chinese stocks fall despite suggestion of lower tariff than president mentioned during campaign

InsideEVs

Typical EV Range Has More Than Tripled In 10 Years

The U.S. Department of Energy is back at it again, releasing some interesting stats related to electric cars. The latest tidbit of info from the DoE has to do with the median range of electric cars over the years. More specifically, the DoE presents the median electric car range for…

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