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The scientific consensus is that burning fossil fuels drives the climate crisis, yet the world’s biggest oil companies are planning to increase production.

There are plans for more than 70 gas-fired power plants across the U.S. to privately serve data centers.

Last year, nearly 40% of all power demand from global data centers came from facilities based in America, per a new report.

Investor call transcripts show that gas companies see the data center build-out as their next growth sector, even as the energy transition accelerates.

Energy and environmental organizations are reacting with alarm to the new Canada-Alberta deal to build a new oil pipeline to the West Coast, questioning whether new buyers can be found for the oil that may eventually flow through the pipelines.

Donald Trump has shown the immense power of the executive branch to stymie offshore wind development, as nearly all projects are in waters where federal agencies operate as the landlord.

With China dominating every step of the solar energy production chain, governments in India and Europe are looking to reduce their overreliance on a single supplier.

The Global Climate and Health Alliance says inadequate funding could weaken health systems and increase risks from malnutrition, waterborne diseases, extreme weather and disrupted healthcare.

Donald Trump wants to “restore truth and sanity” to US history by removing signage on climate change, slavery and other topics.
A new report studied potential emissions from seven planned gas-fired plants that would fuel data centers in Pennsylvania. The industry says it’s investing in clean technology.
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Groups filed a lawsuit against the EPA saying the agency failed to adhere to provisions under Clean Air Act when considering a steel maker's permit.
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Companies around the world are competing to see who can build the first commercially viable nuclear fusion reactor. German startups are also in the race, supported by major corporations and private investors.
As the data center buildout escalates, rural Pennsylvanians urge lawmakers not to repeat past mistakes.
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