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Texas sharpens attacks on solar power
From the state Capitol to utility commission dockets, Texas officials are moving to derail solar plans as they brace for a surge in electricity demand.
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Oil tycoon funds far-right candidate challenging Texas oilfield regulator
Texas Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright led the agency’s efforts to reform oilfield waste rules. Oil billionaires are now backing Bo French to unseat him.
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Corpus Christi water crisis spurs stampede on South Texas aquifers
Cities, towns, and industrial complexes aim to quickly pump tens of millions of gallons per day in a bid to avert disaster.
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Tech cash flows to Texas lawmakers debating data centers
Funds aligned with Meta and Elon Musk are among those sending money to elected officials ahead of next year’s legislative session.
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Google to tap into gas plant for AI datacenter in sharp turn from climate goals
Texas power plant would emit 4.5m tons of carbon dioxide per year, more than that of the entire city of San Francisco.
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Wealthy investors target foes of clean energy, seeking revenge
Renewable energy leaders said their industry got “rolled” in President Trump’s tax bill. Now they’re fighting back, starting in Texas.
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Senator launches investigation into methane pollution in the Permian Basin
Recent satellite monitoring revealed that actual emissions from the West Texas and southeast New Mexico basin are four times higher than official estimates.
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