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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 3h

www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

This mysterious DOE ‘hit list’ has the clean-energy world on edge

A leaked list appears to put nearly $24B in federal clean-energy funding on the chopping block, but will the DOE go through with it?

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 3h

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Despite what’s happening in the USA, renewables are winning globally

The world is betting on solar and wind, despite Trump’s championing of fossil fuels in the United States.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 3h

cleantechnica.com/2025/10/11/n...

Nevada’s Lost Sunlight: What Esmeralda 7 Tells Us About America’s Energy Future - CleanTechnica

The desert sun still shines on Nevada, but the politics of scarcity now stand between America and the cheapest electricity in its history.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 3h

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The Space Solar Power Revolution Is Well Underway | OilPrice.com

Space-based solar power is emerging as a potentially transformative clean energy technology that could drastically cut terrestrial renewable needs and help accelerate global decarbonization.

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 3h

www.ecoportal.net/en/1gw-of-so...

1GW of solar goes offshore — China is turning the open sea into a power plant

China is developing a 1 gigawatt floating solar project that will prove that this method of developing solar farms is not only possible but practical.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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US farmers discover entirely new way to make money on their land: 'We understand long-term stewardship'

Projects are already underway.

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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In case you missed it: Six big solar stories in the news this week

<b>pv magazine USA</b> spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Gas prices fall, easing fears that refinery fire could lead to spike

The average gas price dropped a half cent, but remains higher than a week ago following a major Southern California refinery fire.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Legislation to Protect California Ratepayers from Paying for Data Centers’ Energy Costs Signed into Law

Official website of Senator Steve Padilla , representing California Senate District 18.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Interior cancels largest solar project in North America

It's the Trump administration's latest move to slow or block major clean energy projects.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.californianewsobserver.com/article/8568...

As Trump embraces dirty fossil fuels, California hits major clean energy milestone, invests over $100 million more in proven technologies | California News Observer

California News Observer is an online news publication focusing on the California: The most trusted news from California

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Governor Issues Executive Order Addressing Surging Energy Bills - Rural County Representatives Of California

On October 30th, Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to address rising electricity costs, acknowledging escalating customer bills in pursuit of the state’s carbon neutrality goals. The Executive...

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Public Forum on Pacific Gas and Electric Company 2027 General Rate Case Application 10-23-25

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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CA Climate Disclosures – SB 261 – January 1, 2026 Reporting Deadline and CARB “Preliminary List” of Covered Entities | Foley & Lardner LLP

While the January 1, 2026, statutory deadline for reporting under California’s Climate-Related Financial Risk Act (SB 261) is quickly...

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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The Trump Administration Is Cutting Billions in Clean Energy Investments—But the Savings Are Overstated - Inside Climate News

Just days after announcing sweeping cuts to clean energy programs across the country, the Trump administration appears to be upping the ante—potentially clawing back billions more in federal funding. ...

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.canarymedia.com/articles/hyd...

Trump’s cuts to billion-dollar hydrogen hubs rattle industry

The administration already slashed funding for two of seven hydrogen hubs and appears poised to target others, a move experts say will hurt U.S.…

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.eastbaytimes.com/2025/10/10/f...

Federal oversight is disappearing as multiple California refineries explode. Who’s in charge now?

An El Segundo refinery fire has renewed questions about who is investigating the state’s oil industry after serious accidents. With the U.S. Chemical Safety Board defunded, California has yet to fi…

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Two California refineries exploded this year. With the federal government out, who’s watching them?

An El Segundo refinery fire has renewed questions about who is investigating the state’s oil industry after serious accidents. With the U.S. Chemical Safety Board defunded, California has yet to fill ...

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.offshorewind.biz/2025/10/09/c...

Californian Port Secures USD 20 Million in State Funds for Floating Wind Terminal Development

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded USD 20 million (approximately EUR 17 million) to the Port of Long Beach to fund the ongoing development of Pier Wind, a proposed USD 4.7 billion (app...

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Newsom signs 1 bill to speed geothermal approvals, vetoes another

The governor signed a bill which will streamline the approvals process for geothermal projects, but he vetoed one aimed at doing the same for geothermal exploration, citing fee increases.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

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Consumer Watchdog Tells CA Energy Commission It's Got What It Needs to Set Refinery Minimum Inventory and Resupply Rules ASAP

The Chevron El Segundo refinery explosion and fire last week was a wakeup call that the California Energy Commission (CEC) needs to mandate minimum refinery inventory and resupply rules ASAP, Consumer...

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.energy.ca.gov/news/2025-10...

As Trump embraces dirty fossil fuels, California hits major clean energy milestone, invests over $100 million more in proven technologies

SACRAMENTO – In a strong rebuke to recent federal efforts to halt clean energy progress and expand fossil fuel generation, California continues to lead the nation in building a cleaner, more reliable ...

www.energy.ca.gov

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.pv-tech.org/pause-on-bil...

Pause on ‘billions of dollars’ of retroactive US solar duties granted pending appeal

The retroactive collection of duties on historical solar imports to the US has been temporarily paused pending the outcome of an appeal.

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RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.wired.com/story/europe...

Europe Pledges $600 Million for Clean Energy Projects in Africa

The EU’s Global Gateway plan is challenging China’s Belt and Road Initiative to influence Africa, by providing funding that will expand access to electricity.

RAH Solar supporter @rahger.bsky.social · 4h

www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

US market not worth the risk, says one of India's biggest solar companies

Saatvik Green Energy , one of India's biggest solar module makers by capacity, said on Thursday it is shunning the once-promising U.S. export market as it is no longer "worth the risk" due to the thorny tariff issue.

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