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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

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

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

Latham & Watkins LLP

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

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

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

White & Case LLP

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

Flaster Greenberg PC

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

Foley & Lardner LLP

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

Winstead PC

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

Morgan Lewis - Power & Pipes

Out of Charge: Key Issues to Successfully Monetize Public EV Charging in 2026

In the last 10 years, annual electric vehicle (EV) sales in the US have increased by nearly 1,100%. While approximately 115,000 new EVs were sold in US markets in 2015, calendar year 2025 sales were substantially...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Oil & Gas in 2026: Energy Policy & Regulation

We expect the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to play a pivotal role in formalizing and institutionalizing many of the Administration’s policies around energy dominance, including the integration of large loads...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

California’s RPS Guidebook 10th Edition: What Developers Need to Know

In December 2025, the California Energy Commission (“CEC”) updated its RPS Eligibility Guidebook containing the rules that determine which projects qualify for the state’s Renewables Portfolio Standard (“RPS”). The changes...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

What's Driving Innovation in Nuclear Energy?

Kurt Terrani, CEO of Standard Nuclear, a developer of advanced nuclear fuels, talks with Montana Ware about the massive opportunities in the nuclear industry, from supply chain disruption to direct deployment for data centers...more

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