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POLITICO Energy

The latest news in energy and environmental politics & policy — must-know stories and candid insights from POLITICO’s energy team and journalists across our newsroom. All in just five minutes each morning.

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10:32

Inside Trump’s push to reshape the US energy...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/21

President Donald Trump’s unprecedented push to take control of independent agencies like the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission could send a shock wave through the energy industry. POLITICO’s Cat Morehouse breaks down the legal viability of Trump’s push, how it could affect the agencies in the short-term and long-term, and the reaction from energy industries and regulators. Plus, the Center for Biological Diversity said it plans to sue the Trump administration

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9:34

This GOP governor wants Trump to honor IRA energy...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/20

POLITICO’s Josh Siegel recently interviewed Republican Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, who is urging the Trump administration to fulfill the clean energy contracts signed by the Biden administration and to treat all types of energy production the same. Siegel discusses his takeaways from the interview ahead of Stitt’s visit to D.C. this week for governors’ meetings. Plus, environmental groups filed lawsuits Wednesday challenging President Donald Trump’s orders to put millions of acres of federal waters

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10:43

Trump’s mass firings are hitting federal energy agencies

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/19

Terminations have hit all of the major federal energy and environmental agencies in recent days as part of the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to shrink the federal workforce. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down which agencies have been affected, how the firings represent the most aggressive action against bureaucracy in modern Washington history, and the reaction from lawmakers. Plus, a top federal prosecutor in Washington resigned on Tuesday after refusing an order from Justice Department

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9:41

Why America’s EV charging network is in limbo

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/18

The Trump administration’s decision to halt funding for America’s federal EV charging program is throwing states into disarray and causing uncertainty for the country’s EV future. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down how states and Congress are reacting to Trump’s pause.James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the

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26:33

Jigar Shah: Biden’s clean future can survive Trump

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/13

Today, POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an extended interview with Jigar Shah, the former director of the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office under the Biden administration where he oversaw billions of dollars in government loans to America’s energy sector. Siegel and Shah discuss Biden’s clean energy legacy, the second Trump administration, the future of government financing, DOGE and more.Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio

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8:11

How Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs impact energy

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/12

President Donald Trump announced new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States - a move that mirrors a similar policy he enacted during his first term. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the potential impact of these new tariffs on energy-related industries and the lessons learned from the first-term tariffs. Plus, President Trump declared that his administration would reverse former President Joe Biden's efforts to make a host of consumer products more efficient. Ben

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10:01

Inside the Senate’s budget strategy for Trump 2.0

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/11

Senate lawmakers are kicking off work this week on their budget blueprint that aims to unlock President Donald Trump's legislative agenda, including spurring U.S. energy development. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the details of that blueprint and why Republicans are still divided over how to advance Trump’s agenda. Plus, the Trump administration said in a recent court filing that the Energy Department expects to issue payments under its home efficiency rebate program later this week. Josh

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9:39

How Trump is upending America’s EV charger rollout

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/10

The Trump administration is halting a $5 billion program to help build out the nation’s EV charging network, which upends years of federal precedent and raises legal questions. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down the suspension and how it’s a significant blow for America’s EV transition. Plus, a budget blueprint released Friday by Senate Budget Chair Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) lays the groundwork for a party-line reconciliation bill that aims to spur U.S. energy development. James Bikales is a

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9:17

How Trump is disrupting America’s water system

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/07

The Trump administration has made several moves that are disrupting one of the most critical and bipartisan functions of government: providing clean, safe and affordable water. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down how the administration is causing uncertainty for America’s water system and the reaction from lawmakers. Plus, an aide for the Department of Government Efficiency is now listed in the Department of Energy’s staff directory. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro. Nirmal

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8:12

EPA partially unfreezes some environmental funding

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/06

An internal memo reviewed by POLITICO this week shows that the Environmental Protection Agency began partially lifting the Trump administration’s spending freeze for some environmental programs after a court order this week, according to a memo reviewed by POLITICO. James Bikales breaks down which programs are and aren’t disbursing funds, and how lawmakers are reacting. Plus, oil giant Chevron Corp. is in discussions with the Trump administration about the company’s federal license to produce oil in

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9:45

The energy impact of Trump’s trade war

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/05

President Donald Trump’s decision to delay tariffs on Mexico and Canada gives US consumers and the oil and gas industry some breathing room – at least for now. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the impact of these looming energy tariffs and the reaction from the industry. Plus, senior officials at the Energy Department encouraged staff during a Monday town hall to consider the offer to resign from federal service despite ongoing questions about the move’s legality.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO

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7:21

Why the offshore wind industry may be on the verge of...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/04

America’s offshore wind industry is on the ropes after two major announcements in the last month: President Donald Trump’s executive order to halt wind development and New Jersey saying it will not provide financial support for new offshore wind projects. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down how the industry is in tatters and what this means for the future of offshore wind in the United States. Plus, the Senate voted on Monday to confirm Chris Wright to lead the Energy Department. Ry Rivard covers

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9:43

Why Trump’s AI plan may have a FERC problem

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/02/03

To satisfy AI’s big energy demands, President Donald Trump wants data centers to connect directly to power plants. But his plan could face problems with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down why Trump could have trouble getting federal energy regulators on board and what’s at stake for the tech and energy industries. Plus, an internal email obtained by POLITICO shows Agriculture Department employees have been ordered to delete landing pages discussing

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10:44

Why new EU rules could thwart Trump’s energy ambitions

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/31

The European Union is set to start enforcing a little-known set of rules that could ultimately strain the US-EU energy relationship during the second Trump administration. POLITICO Europe’s Gabriel Gavin breaks down the details of these new regulations, how the Trump administration may respond, and what this means for the US-EU energy relationship moving forward. Plus, the Senate confirmed former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as secretary of the Interior Department Thursday night.Gabriel Gavin is

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8:22

Can blue states meet their climate goals under Trump...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/30

Democratic state leaders pursuing ambitious climate goals are facing a two-pronged uphill battle: President Donald Trump and voters' concerns. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down how state climate policies are reeling and why there are still pockets of optimism. Plus, the Senate on Wednesday confirmed Lee Zeldin, the former Republican congressman, to be the 17th administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a

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9:48

How Trump’s planned spending freeze could impact energy

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/29

The Trump administration’s government-wide spending freeze has provoked widespread alarm and could potentially put thousands of programs in jeopardy, including energy and infrastructure initiatives worth billions of dollars. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino break down what we know about Trump’s federal spending freeze, which has been temporarily halted by a judge, and how it could impact energy.Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a

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7:51

Why Trump vs. offshore wind power is just getting...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/28

Within hours of taking office, President Donald Trump announced an executive order targeting the wind industry, particularly offshore projects. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down the impact of the move on the offshore wind industry and what’s next in the Trump vs. wind power saga. Plus, a chemical risk management rule issued in the final weeks of the Biden administration is among those whose effective dates have been delayed by Trump's regulatory freeze.Ry Rivard covers energy, the environment and

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22:18

Why Canada’s energy minister thinks Trump’s tariffs...

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/27

Today, POLITICO Energy reporters Ben Lefebvre and Zack Colman chat with Canadian Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson for an extended interview. They discuss the future of the US-Canada energy alliance under the second Trump administration, President Donald Trump’s threats to impose tariffs on Canada, areas of potential cooperation between the two countries, how Trump’s reelection is impacting global climate efforts and more. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy

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13:58

Trump is touting AI data centers. What about power?

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/24

President Donald Trump brought the leaders of OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank to the White House this week, and announced they will spend $500 billion to build AI data centers. But Trump’s photo-op moment was quickly dissed online by his Silicon Valley confidante, Elon Musk. On POLITICO Tech, E&E News energy technology editor Christa Marshall joins host Steven Overly to discuss the new AI initiative, called Stargate. Plus, all three of President Donald Trump’s nominees to lead the Department of Energy,

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23:59

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse on countering Trump 2.0

POLITICO Energy ·

2025/01/23

Today, POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) for an extended interview. They discuss President Donald Trump’s Day One executive orders, Trump’s plan to freeze a broad range of federal cash, areas for bipartisan cooperation this Congress, Lee Zeldin’s confirmation process, Democrats’ messaging failures and more. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for

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