Bill rejecting a carbon pipeline has been invalidated
In energy news across the country, several significant developments have taken place in recent times.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds vetoed a bill that could have made it easier for carbon pipelines to use eminent domain, citing concerns that the bill was too broad and potentially threatens Iowa's biofuel industry.
Meanwhile, North Dakota leaders have welcomed the Trump administration's plan to repeal Biden-era air pollution rules, which they believe would have cost the U.S. coal industry $1.2 billion. This news was reported by the Inforum.
In Ohio, Geronimo started operations at two solar projects with a combined capacity of 167.5 MW. However, the company that commissioned these solar parks remains unidentified in the provided search results.
Elsewhere, Minnesota lawmakers pulled language from a proposed bill that would have phased out the state's community solar garden program. This comes as Minnesota legislators also passed a transportation bill that at least doubles annual fees for electric vehicle drivers to shore up road funding.
In a related development, some solar developers in Maine have threatened to stop doing business if lawmakers pass legislation imposing fees on existing community solar installations. Bill supporters claim the measures will save consumers money.
On the other hand, Minnesota legislators passed a compromise bill allowing data centers to keep tax breaks, but requiring companies to follow water and energy conservation rules and shoulder the costs of power infrastructure.
In a setback for renewable energy, AEP Ohio is unable to recoup the costs of a new 500 MW substation coming online in August, as the Intel chip factory it was meant to support has been delayed until at least 2030 or 2031.
Central Michigan residents are expressing concerns about the potential costs, land disruption, and use of eminent domain for a pair of transmission projects pending state approval.
In Georgia, Republican Rep. Buddy Carter discussed Hyundai's EV factory, nuclear development, and his vote on the 'big, beautiful bill' with Julian Spector.
Lastly, a weeklong fire at an Iowa ethanol plant last month resulted in the loss of about $5 million in corn stover and has been deemed an arson by local authorities.
These developments underscore the ongoing debates and challenges in the energy sector, as the country navigates its transition towards more sustainable and efficient energy solutions.
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