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US federal energy regulator releases proposed cybersecurity rules

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Thursday issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to increase network security monitoring for high and medium-impact bulk power systems to protect against cyberattacks. The post US federal energy regulator releases proposed cybersecurity rules appeared first on JURIST - News.

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Judge blocks US Energy Department effort to cut research support for universities

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Burroughs granted universities and university advocacy groups relief Wednesday when she approved their motion for a temporary restraining order on the federal Department of Energy’s (DOE) new “Rate Cap Policy.” ” The DOE announced its new policy on April 11.

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Switzerland citizens vote in favor of new renewable energy act

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Swiss citizens approved the Federal Act on a Secure Electricity Supply from Renewable Energy Sources in a nationwide referendum on Sunday, aimed at speeding up the transition to renewable energy. The post Switzerland citizens vote in favor of new renewable energy act appeared first on JURIST - News.

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Shell wins appeal in landmark Netherlands climate case

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The ruling mandated that Shell reduce its total CO₂ emissions across all categories, including direct and indirect emissions from purchased energy and using its products. Shell welcomed the appeal outcome, reiterating its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions and continuing its transition towards cleaner energy sources.

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Rights group warns against North Dakota jury verdict ordering Greenpeace to pay $660m in liability

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The verdict orders Greenpeace, an environmental advocacy organization, to pay Energy Transfer, a fossil fuel company, $660 million US in defamation liability. Energy Transfer aimed to recover “millions of dollars of damages” due to Greenpeace’s alleged conduct. We will not back down.

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US to repatriate $52M in seized corruption funds to Nigeria

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Under the agreement, $50 million of the repatriated funds will be dedicated to the Distributed Access Through Renewable Energy Scale-Up (DARES) project. The remaining $2.88 million will support Nigerias contribution to the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law (IIJ).

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EU dispatch: EU ministers frame regulatory response to energy crisis as blackouts loom this winter

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The looming energy crisis in Europe is attributable to several factors such as the depletion of domestic gas resources and suboptimal weather conditions affecting renewable energy sources. The EU ministers met on September 30 to find possible solutions for the EU energy shortage.