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Trump Administration and Export-Import Bank Establish a $12B U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve: Five Things Critical...

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On February 2, 2026, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) and the Trump Administration announced Project Vault, a $12 billion initiative establishing the U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve. This...more

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Wastewater Enforcement: Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality and City of Garland...

The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality (“ADEQ”) and the City of Garland, Arkansas (“Garland”) entered into a January 9th Consent Administrative Order (“CAO”) addressing alleged...more

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Brownfield/Transitional Renewable Energy Certificates: New Jersey Appellate Court Addresses Challenge to Application Denial

The Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division (“Court”), considered in a December 29th Opinion an issue under New Jersey’s Transition Incentive Program. See Matter of Kober Solar Auto Parts, Inc., No. A-0424-24, 2025...more

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Impact to Advertisers of White House Withdrawal of EPA Climate Change Endangerment Finding

In a move that divests EPA of the authority to restrict emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide in air emissions, on Thursday, the White House will withdraw EPA's 2009 Endangerment Finding, which under Section...more

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Brasília em Pauta - Edição Nº 227

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Prezados e prezadas, O “Brasília em Pauta” é um boletim semanal preparado pela equipe de Contencioso de Brasília, contendo os principais casos a serem julgados pelo Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), Superior Tribunal de...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

IRS roundup: January 21 – February 9, 2026

The IRS released Notice 2026-9, which provides a one-year extension to make certain amendments to individual retirement arrangements (IRAs), simplified employee pension arrangements, and savings incentive match plan for...more

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IRS Issues Proposed Regulations Regarding § 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit

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On February 4, 2026, the Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) published proposed regulations addressing the clean fuel production tax credit (“45Z Credit”) under section 45Z of the...more

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U.S.- India Trade Deal | Phase 1 Update

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On Feb. 3, Clark Hill described the U.S. – India tariff “reset” as a big commercial signal with thin operational detail. Several days later, the picture is now sharper. ...more

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Oil & Gas in 2026: Antitrust & Competition

In the U.S., new Federal Trade Commission chair Andrew Ferguson took office in January 2025, promising a more permissive approach to merger approvals that was broadly welcomed by oil & gas companies eager to do deals....more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Oil & Gas in 2026: International Arbitration

Several significant international arbitration decisions were handed down for the oil & gas industry through 2025, with the most notable cases concerning joint operating agreements (JOAs), LNG long-term supply contracts and...more

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UK Government Launches First PFAS Plan to Address and Mitigate Harmful Impacts

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The use of PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals”, is widespread, but certain compounds have been linked to environmental harm and human health impacts....more

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FCC Sides With Broadband Provider In Pole Replacement Cost Dispute

On February 5, 2026, in its first decision under the new accelerated docket for pole attachment disputes, the Federal Communications Commission found that electric utility, Appalachian Power Company (“APCO”), a subsidiary of...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit: Proposed Regulations Issued

On February 3, 2026, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published proposed regulations regarding the clean fuel production credit under section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code (Proposed...more

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt PC

2026 Outlook: State Action on Renewables in Oregon

Oregon’s renewable energy future is being shaped this year by a mix of urgent pressures and long-standing hurdles. On the immediate front, developers face a ticking clock as key federal clean energy tax credits near...more

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UK Gigafactory Commission Sets Out Roadmap On The Future Of Battery Production

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The Landmark UK Gigafactory Commission report calls for urgent action to secure battery manufacturing investment and security of supply chain in the UK. The Commission's recommendations signal opportunities and highlight...more

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Latin America in 2026: A Playbook for Nordic Investors

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Trade tensions, shifts in political priorities, and the accelerating demand for green solutions have been reshaping global capital flows and opening new avenues for cross-border investments. Against this backdrop, investors...more

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New York Again Tries To Block Constitution Pipeline

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For the last decade, the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) has been trying to usurp the power of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) by withholding the granting of state certifications that are...more

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IRS Releases Proposed Regulations for Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit

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Treasury and the IRS have issued proposed regulations under Section 45Z that clarify how the clean fuel production credit is calculated, substantiated, and claimed, including detailed rules on emissions rates, certification,...more

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2026 Policy Outlook: Federal Priorities Shaping Key Sectors

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The ML Strategies 2026 Policy Outlook examines the major federal policy drivers expected to shape the business environment in 2026. The report covers congressional and executive branch priorities across six sectors including...more

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Navigating The FY 2026 NDAA: Implications For energy, Infrastructure, Technology, And Private Capital

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The FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), signed into law on December 18, 2025, represents more than a statutory vehicle for annual defense spending. With a topline authorization of $900.6 billion, the Act now...more

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Massachusetts Zoning Bylaws Update: DOER Pushes for Consistency in Solar

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Across the United States, zoning is highly inconsistent, even within the same state. Fewer than 15 states have implemented model bylaws, ordinances, or zoning guidelines to assist their municipalities with zoning specifically...more

Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Energy Tax Credits Under Scrutiny | What Strieby Means for Investors and Partnerships

IRS has made a habit of challenging whether a member of a limited liability company that is treated as a partnership for tax purposes is materially participating in the activities of the partnership....more

Pillsbury - Global Trade & Sanctions Law

OFAC Issues Venezuela General Licenses Authorizing Certain Oil-Related Activities

Following the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, the Trump administration has taken actions to expand Venezuela-related oil trade and investment opportunities, primarily for U.S. companies....more

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A Proactive Approach to Infrastructure Modernization

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Nashville’s ice storm provides a stark illustration of why infrastructure resilience matters. When three-quarters of an inch of ice accumulated on power lines and trees, the overhead distribution system experienced...more

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