In the news today…
Grid:
- CNBC reports that years-long lines and steep fees are hindering wind and solar developers’ ability to connect new projects to the U.S. power grid.
- Los Angeles Times reports that analysts say California must build out its power grid to reach clean energy targets, but new transmission is expensive and difficult to permit.
EPA:
- Roll Call reports the EPA’s recently finalized rule intended to help downwind states reach air quality standards has drawn the ire of Republican leaders who have questioned whether the agency has adequately considered its effects on industry and electric generation.
Clean Water Act:
- E&E News PM reports President Joe Biden on Thursday vetoed a Congressional Review Act resolution against the administration’s rule to define the Clean Water Act’s reach.
- Politico Pro reports President Joe Biden on Thursday vetoed a congressional resolution (H.J. Res. 27) that would overturn his administration’s rule cementing a broad definition of which streams and wetlands get federal protection.
- Inside EPA reports President Joe Biden is following through on his pledge to veto a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that sought to block EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers’ rule redefining “waters of the United States” (WOTUS), saying the regulation provides clear boundaries while the resolution would create increased uncertainty.