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National Energy Dominance Council: Key Takeaways from President Trump’s Latest Energy-Related Executive Order

By Kirstin E. Gibbs , Arjun Prasad Ramadevanahalli , Jane Accomando , and Erin McClelland
// March 03, 2025
President Donald Trump issued an executive order (EO) establishing the National Energy Dominance Council (Council) on February 14, 2025. The EO outlines the rationale for creating the Council, its members, and its primary functions.
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Topics: Department of Energy, Electric Generation, Energy, Government Relations, Natural Gas, Oil & Gas

DOE Initial Funding Awards to Two More Regional Hydrogen Hubs Supports Hydrogen Infrastructure Expansion

By Pamela T. Wu and Patrick R. Pennella
// December 12, 2024
The US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations has announced initial funding awards for two additional regional clean hydrogen hubs, bringing the total number of regional hydrogen hubs with initial funding awards to five. The regional hydrogen hubs are expected to create networks of hydrogen producers, consumers, and local connective infrastructure and accelerate the use of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier.
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Topics: Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Energy Transition, Hydrogen

Energy and Commerce Departments Sign Pact to Evaluate AI Safety

By J. Daniel Skees , Arjun Prasad Ramadevanahalli , and Lea M. Giotto
// November 12, 2024
The US Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Commerce (DOC) announced on October 30, 2024 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed earlier this year to collaborate on safety research, testing, and standards for artificial intelligence (AI). The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a federal agency within the DOC and a leader in standards development across a range of industries, will represent the DOC under the MOU.
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Topics: Cybersecurity, Department of Energy, Security

FERC Takes Final Action on Backstop Transmission Siting Rule

By Stephen M. Spina , J. Daniel Skees , and Robert P. Goldfin
// October 23, 2024
Earlier this year, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC or the Commission) issued Order 1977 to address its limited backstop siting authority for electric transmission lines. On October 17, 2024, FERC issued Order 1977-A, adding a new requirement mandating that siting applicants seeking rights of way on Tribal lands must include their Tribal Engagement Plans within their project proposals.
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Topics: Department of Energy, Electric Transmission, FERC, Government Relations, Rulemaking

Day 4 Dispatch from CERAWeek: Insights from Bill Gates and Closing Thoughts

By Felipe Alice
// March 22, 2024
CERAWeek
In our final dispatch from the CERAWeek conference by S&P Global, Felipe Alice shared some insights and key takeaways from a luncheon and dialogue session featuring tech entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist Bill Gates.
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Topics: Carbon, Climate Change, Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Electric Generation, Electric Vehicles, Energy, Energy Transactions, Energy Transition, Licensing, Natural Gas, Nuclear Energy, Oil & Gas, Reliability, Solar, State Issues, Sustainability

Day 3 Dispatch from CERAWeek: A Trip to the Innovation Agora and Other Executive Conference Discussions

By Kirstin E. Gibbs
// March 21, 2024
CERAWeek
Our coverage of the CERAWeek conference by S&P Global in Houston, running from March 18 to March 22, continues with more updates. Today’s missive comes from the Innovation Agora, which is connected to the Executive Conference at CERAWeek. The Innovation Agora is described as a “vibrant and interactive marketplace of ideas on energy innovation and emerging technologies.” It includes several amphitheaters or “hubs” that are designed for presentations and conversations involving the latest trends in climate change, carbon, hydrogen, and emerging energy technologies.  
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Topics: Carbon, Climate Change, Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Energy, Energy Transactions, Energy Transition, Licensing, Natural Gas, Oil & Gas, Reliability

Day 2 Dispatch from CERAWeek: Challenges Facing Energy Project Developers

By Kirstin E. Gibbs
// March 20, 2024
CERAWeek
We’re back with another update from CERAWeek 2024 by S&P Global to highlight some key takeaways from day two of the conference. Many of the sessions on this day were dedicated to infrastructure development and highlighted the opportunities and the challenges facing energy project developers.
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Topics: Carbon, Climate Change, Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Energy, Energy Transactions, Energy Transition, Licensing, Natural Gas, Oil & Gas, Reliability

Day 1 Dispatch from CERAWeek: Common Themes We’re Seeing in the Energy Industry

By Kirstin E. Gibbs and Felipe Alice
// March 19, 2024
CERAWeek
Yesterday marked the start of CERAWeek 2024 by S&P Global, and for the rest of this week Morgan Lewis partners Kirstin Gibbs and Felipe Alice will be reporting back on the key themes and ideas they are uncovering as the conference unfolds.
Topics: Carbon, Climate Change, Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Energy Transition, Hydrogen, Natural Gas, Renewable Energy, Security, Storage

DOE Funding Opportunity for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fueling Station Development

By Pamela T. Wu
// December 18, 2023
As anticipated, the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) issued a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) that focuses on advancing the fueling infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) vehicles and other heavy transportation applications.
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Topics: Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Hydrogen, Renewable Energy

Expected DOE Funding Opportunity: Advancing Fueling Infrastructure for Heavy-Duty Transportation

By Pamela T. Wu
// November 27, 2023
The US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) announced on November 16, 2023 its intention to issue, on behalf of the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) that is expected to focus on advancing fueling infrastructure for heavy-duty (HD) vehicles and other HD transportation applications and addressing key challenges to siting, permitting, and installation.
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Topics: Decarbonization, Department of Energy, Hydrogen, Renewable Energy
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