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New US Sanctions Target Russia’s Energy Sector

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On 10 January 2025, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a package of new sanctions targeting Russia’s energy sector. In an effort to curtail Russia’s oil revenue and ability...more

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Vinson & Elkins Sean Moran and Lauren Collins Discuss the Evolution of Tax Credits

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Vinson & Elkins' Sean Moran & Lauren Collins have witnessed the evolution of tax credits—from their early days in the late '80s to today’s booming energy transition. Watch as this dynamic duo explores how these credits...more

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U.S. Supreme Court Allows Honolulu's Lawsuit Against Oil and Gas Companies to Proceed in State Court

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On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will not hear an appeal from certain major oil and gas companies to dismiss a lawsuit by the city of Honolulu seeking to hold the companies responsible for the impacts of...more

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Oil & Gas in 2025: Emerging Trends & Predictions

As we enter 2025 with a new president in the White House and Republicans in control of both the House and the Senate, we can look forward to a significant shift in the landscape for oil & gas transactions. The second Trump...more

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2024 Chemicals & Energy Antitrust Report

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The re-election of former President Donald J. Trump is poised to significantly alter the landscape of antitrust enforcement, particularly within the energy and chemical industries. While the incoming administration has yet to...more

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Alberta's Data Centre Advantage: A Growing Hotspot for Critical Digital Infrastructure

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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning is reshaping industries worldwide, with Alberta emerging as a key destination for AI investments. As nations compete to lead in this transformative...more

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Amendments to the Rules for Organizing Renewable Energy Auctions in Kazakhstan

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A recent order by the Acting Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan made amendments to the rules for organizing and conducting auctions for renewable energy source projects. The order will go into effect on February...more

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President Biden's Executive Order: Washington Charts New Course for Data Center Expansion

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President Biden's recent executive order marks a pivotal shift in federal policy for digital infrastructure. The directive tasks federal agencies with identifying locations for new private-sector data centers, underscoring...more

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OG Talks: Good Energy and Navigating Transactions

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Join Oliva Gibbs LLP's co-owners Brad Gibbs and Zack Oliva, alongside Partner Patrick Schenkel, as they delve into the intricacies of transactional law in the oil and gas sector. From navigating jurisdiction-specific...more

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IRS Issues Final Regulations on Clean Hydrogen Tax Credits

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The IRS and the Treasury Department issued final regulations on January 3 (Final Regulations), providing guidance on the clean hydrogen production tax credit under Section 45V (Hydrogen PTC) and the investment tax credit...more

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Chris Wright Stresses Practical Solutions for Energy

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Yesterday, at his Senate confirmation hearing, Chris Wright, nominee for U.S. U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary, advocated for a forward-thinking “all-of-the-above” energy strategy, integrating fossil fuels with...more

Allen Matkins

From Waves to Wells Seawater Desalination and Coastal Groundwater Basins

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Traditional sources of freshwater are dwindling as a result of increased demand, reduced natural replenishment, volatile weather patterns, and extended-duration droughts. Desalination, the industrial-scale removal of salt...more

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Final Hydrogen Regulations Provide Multiple Paths for Production, But The Three Pillars and Other Obstacles Remain

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On January 10, 2024, the Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) published the final regulations governing the section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit (“Final Regulations”). The Final Regulations tackle many of the...more

McCarter & English, LLP

Governor Murphy’s 2025 State of the State Address

Yesterday, Governor Phil Murphy delivered his annual State of the State Address, outlining an ambitious agenda aimed at securing economic opportunity and strengthening New Jersey’s future. Murphy is in his final year of...more

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Solar for All Grant Competition/Inflation Reduction Act: Arkansas Operation Among the 60 Selectees

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) announced 60 selectees receiving awards for the Solar for All Grant Competition that is projected to provide residential solar projects to over 900,000 households. ...more

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Europe Daily News, 15 January 2025

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11861 - Towerbrook / JC Flowers / Railsr / Equals) - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11802 - TTE / AES / ADRE)...more

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Regulatory Clouds on the Horizon for Solar Financing? Programs Face Headwinds, but the Future Still Looks Bright

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At A Glance - Coming off a period of rapid growth, the residential solar financing industry has begun to face increased pressures from aggressive compliance positions taken by regulators and consumer advocacy organizations....more

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President Biden Bans Future Offshore Drilling in Certain Areas

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This client alert provides a brief overview of President Biden’s recent decision to expand the ban on offshore oil and gas leasing, outlining its background, scope, and potential impact on the energy industry. Key...more

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Summary of FERC Meeting Agenda for January 2025

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Summaries of the agenda items for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's monthly open meeting to be held on January 16, 2025, pursuant to the sunshine notice released on January 8, 2025. ...more

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FERC Meeting Agenda Summaries for January 2025

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Below are brief summaries of the agenda items for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC or the Commission) open meeting to be held on January 16, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The summaries below are based on publicly...more

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Project Catalyst: An Economic Development Podcast | Episode 12: Powering Economic Development with Andrew Tate of Duke Energy

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Tina and David welcome Andrew Tate, the Economic Development Director at Duke Energy in North Carolina, to discuss one of the most pressing issues in economic development: the availability of power. We explore the growing...more

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Top Data Conversion Methods to Streamline RightAngle…

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Properly converting, transforming, creating a backup, and formatting data is essential for a successful ION RightAngle implementation. Just as a solid foundation is critical for constructing a lasting building, clean,...more

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Texas Oil's Future: Between Biden's Ban and Trump's Promises

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With just days remaining in office, President Joe Biden has cast uncertainty over President-Elect Donald Trump's campaign promises of U.S. energy dominance. On Jan. 6, 2025, President Biden announced an executive action to...more

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FTC Announces Record $5.6 Million Gun-Jumping Fine and Reminds Parties of Perils of Prematurely Transferring Beneficial Ownership...

On January 7, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a proposed settlement for crude oil producers XCL Resource Holdings, LLC; Verdun Oil Company; and EP Energy LLC to pay a record-breaking $5.6 million civil...more

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Biden Issues Executive Order to Bolster AI Infrastructure in the U.S.

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On January 14, 2025, President Joe Biden issued an executive order aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in AI infrastructure (the “Order”). This directive seeks to address the growing strategic importance of artificial...more

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