FERC Demand Response Resource Order May Be Heading to the Supreme Court
An invalidated agency order aimed at updating the power industry is seeking new life.
The Nuclear Option for Reducing Climate Change
Debate reignites over whether nuclear energy is an important tool or a costly mistake.
Experts Debate EPA’s Proposed Clean Power Rule
PPR seminar focuses on controversial proposed rule aimed at combatting climate change.
Learning from Advocacy for Energy Efficient Building Codes
Innovative approaches to energy efficient buildings can inform how to make progress in other regulatory areas, even in tough times.
Promoting Renewable Energy in the Federal Government
Presidential memo requires agencies to obtain 20% of energy from renewable sources by 2020.
Smart Regulation for the Smart Grid
Smart Grid Interoperability Panel provides model for collaborative standards development.
Inside Baseball: The Nature of OIRA’s Work
The regulatory review process engages a wide range of actors.
Can Agencies Legally Use Social Media for Rulemaking?
ACUS draft report analyzes legal obstacles for using social media in rulemaking.
Adjusting the Social Cost of Carbon: A Commonsense Revision
Changes should be made to better reflect underlying scientific models.
EPA Upgrades its Energy Star Portfolio Manager
An upgraded online management system will better track buildings’ energy consumption.
Week in Review
Obama releases climate change plan, Supreme Court finds DOMA unconstitutional, and more…