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February 15, 2026

Environmental Regulations

CPP Supporters Hope for Action by DC Circuit
Now that EPA has reversed its position on the Clean Power Plan, some supporters of the program say the D.C. Circuit should rule on the issue.
CEC Members Recommend No-Go for Puente Plant
Two California Energy Commissioners are recommending the agency deny a permit to construct NRG’s proposed Puente Power Project natural gas-fired plant.
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Overheard at the GCPA 2017 Fall Conference
The Gulf Coast Power Association’s 32nd Annual Fall Conference attracted several hundred attendees to the Texas state capital.
EPA to Announce Clean Power Plan Repeal
EPA will repeal the Clean Power Plan, saying the Obama administration’s switch to more natural gas and renewable generation exceeded the agency’s authority.
Environmentalists Denounce FERC Millennium Pipeline Ruling
Environmental advocates criticized FERC for ruling that New York state failed to act in a timely manner on water quality permits.
Federal Officials Side with Utilities on Tree-Clearing Bills
The Trump administration sided with utility witnesses on legislation to streamline approvals for managing vegetation near power lines on federal land.
Overheard at the IPPNY Fall Conference
New York state’s renewable procurement, New York City’s carbon reduction plan and offshore wind were among the topics at the 32nd IPPNY Fall Conference.
Ex-EPA Chief Angry but Optimistic Over Climate Change
Former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy is angry about the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Clean Power Plan but remains optimistic.
CAISO Regionalization, 100% Clean Energy Bills Stall
California legislation that would regionalize CAISO and mandate 100% zero-carbon retail electricity sales statewide by 2045 will not pass this year.
NYISO Stakeholders Talk Details of Carbon Charge
NYISO stakeholders offered broad support for incorporating a $40/ton carbon charge into the ISO’s markets at a special public hearing.

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