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New York's Energy Affordability Program offers qualifying households up to $500 in utility bill discounts, and Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging more residents to enroll. The article lists income thresholds and enrollment details for Con Edison, National Grid, and other utilities.
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A new report finds that the top 20 private equity firms' energy holdings emit about 1.5bn tons of greenhouse gases annually, more than most countries. The article highlights their fossil fuel and datacenter investments, including gas and coal plants, and raises concerns about climate transition, opacity, and regulatory conflicts.
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Trump's push to expand data centers is dividing Congress, with Democratic lawmakers seeking tighter regulations over water use and ratepayer costs while Republicans stress economic benefits and AI competitiveness. Trump rejected calls to slow development, warning that communities blocking facilities would be "backwards and poor."
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Nationwide gas prices average $4.31 and diesel has hit an all-time high above $6 per gallon. The article says the Iran war is the biggest factor while noting President Trump is instead blaming Ukraine.
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The Trump administration finalized an EPA rule that dismantles most Biden-era power plant climate regulations and proposes eliminating EPA authority to regulate power-sector greenhouse gases. The article highlights projections of increased emissions, public health harms, and criticism from environmental lawyers, while noting administration claims of lower electricity prices.
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The EPA announced it is repealing greenhouse gas emission limits for coal- and gas-fired power plants, removing requirements that would have forced sharp emission cuts, including through carbon capture. The segment discusses the rollback with a representative from the Environmental Defense Fund.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Ukraine would pause strikes on Russian territory if Russia commits to sparing Ukraine's critical infrastructure, following a claim by President Trump that both sides agreed not to hit energy infrastructure. NATO and Polish officials warned of Russian escalation near NATO borders, while the Kremlin said strikes across Ukraine would continue.
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The Trump administration finalized a rollback of power plant greenhouse gas rules for coal- and gas-fired plants and proposed that the Clean Air Act does not authorize regulation of power plant emissions for climate impacts. EPA officials said the move would lower electricity costs and preserve reliable supply, while environmental and public-health advocates warned of increased emissions, climate harm, and premature deaths. Industry groups welcomed the repeal.
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The Trump administration's EPA is repealing limits on greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants and proposing to rescind remaining standards. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says the rollback will lower energy costs and unleash domestic energy, while environmental groups warn of climate and public health harms and plan legal challenges. The article places the repeal in the context of past Obama and Biden climate rules and Trump's rejection of climate science.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $200 energy rebate checks for roughly 8.2 million households, with payments starting Sept. 21 and running through December. The rebates, funded through the state's $1 billion POWER provision, are income-tiered and issued automatically. Hochul framed the checks as affordability relief amid high gas and electric costs.
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The EPA is expected to repeal limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal- and gas-fired power plants, a move the agency says will cut costs and boost domestic energy production. The rollback reverses Biden-era climate rules and is likely to face immediate legal challenges from environmental and health groups. It could also prevent future administrations from regulating power plant emissions.
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US 10-year Treasury yields reached 5% for the first time since 2023 as oil prices surged above $108 a barrel amid Middle East attacks and supply disruptions. The bond sell-off reflects inflation fears ahead of a Federal Reserve rate decision, with rising borrowing costs also affecting Europe.