Law

Coal Trade

Germany Passes 2038 Coal Exit Law with Compensation

Germany has passed legislation to end coal-fired power generation by 2038 at the latest and agreed on a shutdown schedule for individual lignite power plants.

Microgrid

Congressional Proposal Recognizes Microgrid Role in US Climate Strategy

It's been slow to come, but lawmakers are increasingly incorporating microgrids into climate strategies, a focal point for Democrat politicians in both chambers…

Power Construction

Srpska Adopts New Law on Electricity in Line with EU's Third Energy Package

The National Assembly of the Republic of Srpska has adopted a new law on electricity.

Solar Power Plant

US: Solar Project in Lawton South

The Commissioners of the Land Office board approved a long-term commercial ground lease Thursday for a 4,349-acre solar facility in Comanche County.

Energy Storage Technology

India: Industry Needs to Clarify Energy Storage Policy in New Electricity Law

A clear policy framework regarding energy storage is needed in the new electricity law for the adoption of storage technologies in suitable areas, an industry b…

Italy’s Cabinet Contests Regional Law on Hydro Licences

The Italian government has challenged Lombardy's regional regulation on hydro concessions.

Offshore Wind Power

Cabinet Approves German Offshore Wind Law

The German cabinet has approved the amended Wind Energy At Sea Act presented by federal minister for economic affairs and energy Peter Altmaier.

New BP America President and Chairman Named

London-based BP PLC, which has its U.S. headquarters in Houston, announced May 28 that David C. Lawler will be the next chairman and president of BP America Inc…

Energy Transition

Spain's New Climate Law to Ban New Coal, Oil and Gas Projects

Teresa Ribera, the vice president and Minister of Ecology in Spain, has announced the country's new proposed net-zero carbon plan.

Nuclear Power Plant

Ukraine Passes Bill to Secure Euratom Loan

The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's upper house of parliament, has adopted a draft law on nuclear safety that enables state-run nuclear power plant operator Energoato…

Middle East Second Most Popular Region for Renewable Energy Investment

The Middle East is the second most popular region for renewable energy investment after North America, according to a recent report from UK-based law firm Ashur…

Electric Car

Renewable Energy Could be Unbothered by Pandemic

Law firm Ashurst has released a report into a number of emerging technologies in the energy sector, such as electric vehicles and battery storage, highlighting …

Germany Urged to 'Avoid Delaying' Renewable Law Changes

The German Renewable Energy Association (BEE) has criticised a decision by the government to postpone an amendment to the country’s renewable energy law (EEG) …

Key Renewable Energy Legislation Unveiled In DE

State Senator Harris McDowell unveiled critical legislation that would seriously increase Delaware’s utilization of renewable energy by expanding the state’s …

Australian Fossil fuel Lobby to use Covid-19 to Push for Weaker Climate Laws

Australian researchers warn that governments and powerful business lobby groups may use the Covid-19 crisis as an opportunity to water down environmental contro…