Today, Michael Bloomberg announced he will commit an additional $500 million to expand his Beyond Carbon campaign, which aims to hamstring the U.S. energy industry. In a press release announcing the investment, Bloomberg Philanthropies noted a goal is to “slash gas plant capacity in half, and block all new gas plants.” While Beyond Carbon has…
Today, President Biden signed the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA), increasing the federal debt limit after weeks of deliberation and discussion. During negotiations, Democrats and Republicans came to agreements on numerous topics, including spending limits, work requirements, and energy. Included in the Fiscal Responsibility Act are important reforms to our onerous infrastructure permitting process that has…
This week, the Biden administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new rules that would shut down natural-gas-fired power plants that don’t meet extreme emission reduction requirements by 2038. The proposed rules could threaten our power network’s reliability and would raise costs for Americans already burdened by long-term inflation. Officials have estimated that the proposed EPA…
Today, let’s stop and take a moment to recognize the men and women that help build our nation. From welders and mechanics to electricians and pipefitters, the skilled trades that workers across this country perform everyday are integral to our way of life. On this National Skilled Trades Day, we should all reflect on the…
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a proposal for new federal vehicle emissions standards. The press release for the proposal said that the new standards would “accelerate the ongoing transition to a clean vehicles future.” Below is a statement that can be attributed to me, Craig Stevens, spokesman for the GAIN Coalition and former…
The film “How to Blow Up a Pipeline,” a screen adaption of Eco-Marxist Andreas Malm’s book of the same title, was released today, Friday, April 7. The movie and book argue that “divestment and marches aren’t enough” and that the climate movement must “learn to disrupt business as usual.” The film’s leadership have also made…
Today, House Republicans introduced H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, which aims to restore American energy independence. The comprehensive package includes bills approved by the Energy and Commerce Committee, Natural Resources Committee, and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and is focused on increasing American energy production, reforming the permitting process, and boosting U.S. energy…
Today, the Biden administration approved the Willow Project in Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve. This project will help strengthen U.S. energy independence. Below is a statement that can be attributed to Major General Spider Marks, Former Commanding General of the U.S. Army Intelligence Center: “The Biden administration made the right decision to approve the Willow Project…
Today, the Biden administration approved the ConocoPhillips Willow Project in Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve. This large-scale project will produce millions of barrels of oil to help fuel America, promote affordable energy, and strengthen U.S. energy security. Below is a statement that can be attributed to me, Craig Stevens, spokesman for the GAIN Coalition and former…
President Biden’s State of the Union address touched on a number of important topics including the U.S. economy and national security. However, the president failed to acknowledge some of his administration’s largest missteps – including their failed U.S. energy policy. Below is a statement that can be attributed to me, Craig Stevens, spokesman for the…
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