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Government policies affecting energy sector investments.

The Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA), passed five years ago, has significantly boosted the state's GDP by 11% while simultaneously reducing pollution, demonstrating a successful economic and environmental strategy.

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The Danish Energy Agency has granted permit extensions for the Nysted and Middelgrunden offshore wind farms, two of the world's earliest and largest, allowing them to continue electricity production.

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The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) has published a comprehensive plan detailing 100% renewable energy adoption for Timor and Sumbawa Islands.

7 days ago
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Australia's last paper mill, Boyer, faces a critical challenge in its decarbonization efforts as Hydro Tasmania indicates insufficient local grid capacity for its planned coal-to-electric boiler conversion.

7 days ago
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Blackstone Inc. announced an $11.5 billion plan to acquire PNM, New Mexico's largest electric utility, and its parent company, TXNM Energy, pending regulatory approval.

8 days ago
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The Alberta government has formally requested the Carney government to abandon its electric vehicle (EV) plans, citing economic and logistical challenges.

8 days ago
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The US energy policy seesaw between Democrats and Republicans is weakening both renewable and conventional energy sectors.

9 days ago
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The Danish Energy Agency (DEA) has approved 10-year and 25-year extensions for the Nysted and Middelgrunden offshore wind farms, two of Denmark's oldest wind projects.

9 days ago
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Solar tax credits cost $25 billion annually but lower electricity bills by $51 billion, according to SEIA and Brattle Group analysis.

9 days ago
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The UK government declined to sign a Contract for Difference (CfD) for Xlinks' 11.5GW Morocco-UK interconnector, citing misalignment with domestic energy goals.

9 days ago
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