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Biden Turns to an Unlikely Ally to Help Protect His Legacy: Republicans

President Biden is leveraging the economic benefits of his legislation in Republican districts to protect his policies from repeal by Donald Trump.

Can Kamala Harris Finish Biden's Climate Agenda?

Harris is expected to continue Biden's climate work, with a focus on implementing the Inflation Reduction Act for significant impact on U.S. climate goals.

Biden administration races to approve clean energy loans before Trump takes over - here's who is benefiting | TechCrunch

The DOE is approving significant loans to bolster domestic clean energy solutions ahead of Trump's inauguration.

How the U.S. Energy Department Reorganized to Champion Clean Energy

Energy Secretary Granholm emphasizes the historical significance of the clean energy transformation underway, urging greater public recognition of its transformative impact.

How to Advance BIPOC Empowerment in the Renewable Energy Industry - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Frontline BIPOC communities face challenges accessing funds from the Inflation Reduction Act despite significant federal investment opportunities.

Why U.S. union steelworkers are optimistic about clean energy jobs

The United Steelworkers union sees growth opportunities in clean energy projects backed by bipartisan legislation despite potential job losses in traditional sectors.

Biden Turns to an Unlikely Ally to Help Protect His Legacy: Republicans

President Biden is leveraging the economic benefits of his legislation in Republican districts to protect his policies from repeal by Donald Trump.

Can Kamala Harris Finish Biden's Climate Agenda?

Harris is expected to continue Biden's climate work, with a focus on implementing the Inflation Reduction Act for significant impact on U.S. climate goals.

Biden administration races to approve clean energy loans before Trump takes over - here's who is benefiting | TechCrunch

The DOE is approving significant loans to bolster domestic clean energy solutions ahead of Trump's inauguration.

How the U.S. Energy Department Reorganized to Champion Clean Energy

Energy Secretary Granholm emphasizes the historical significance of the clean energy transformation underway, urging greater public recognition of its transformative impact.

How to Advance BIPOC Empowerment in the Renewable Energy Industry - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Frontline BIPOC communities face challenges accessing funds from the Inflation Reduction Act despite significant federal investment opportunities.

Why U.S. union steelworkers are optimistic about clean energy jobs

The United Steelworkers union sees growth opportunities in clean energy projects backed by bipartisan legislation despite potential job losses in traditional sectors.
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#biden-administration

U.S. to Announce Prices for First Drugs Picked for Medicare Negotiations

The Biden administration is negotiating drug prices for Medicare, potentially saving seniors and taxpayers billions.

Biden Boasts of Climate Wins and Warns of Reversals Under Trump

Biden celebrates historic climate achievements and warns of potential regression under Trump, emphasizing economic opportunity through climate policy.

Biden warns that Trump's climate denial risks a more dangerous world'

Biden emphasizes job creation and U.S. leadership in addressing climate change since taking office, contrasting his policies with Trump's.
The Inflation Reduction Act is touted as a historic achievement in advancing climate initiatives and clean energy jobs.

Biden to highlight health care cost achievements with New Hampshire visit

President Biden is highlighting healthcare savings for Medicare enrollees as part of his legacy, especially through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Biden and Harris to hold 1st joint event since he dropped out, touting lower drug costs

President Biden and VP Harris will emphasize their efforts to lower healthcare costs following Biden's endorsement of Harris for the Democratic ticket.

Biden, Harris hail lower Medicare drug prices and each other DW 08/15/2024

Biden and Harris highlight Medicare drug price reductions while showcasing their political camaraderie and mutual support as they gear up for the election.

U.S. to Announce Prices for First Drugs Picked for Medicare Negotiations

The Biden administration is negotiating drug prices for Medicare, potentially saving seniors and taxpayers billions.

Biden Boasts of Climate Wins and Warns of Reversals Under Trump

Biden celebrates historic climate achievements and warns of potential regression under Trump, emphasizing economic opportunity through climate policy.

Biden warns that Trump's climate denial risks a more dangerous world'

Biden emphasizes job creation and U.S. leadership in addressing climate change since taking office, contrasting his policies with Trump's.
The Inflation Reduction Act is touted as a historic achievement in advancing climate initiatives and clean energy jobs.

Biden to highlight health care cost achievements with New Hampshire visit

President Biden is highlighting healthcare savings for Medicare enrollees as part of his legacy, especially through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Biden and Harris to hold 1st joint event since he dropped out, touting lower drug costs

President Biden and VP Harris will emphasize their efforts to lower healthcare costs following Biden's endorsement of Harris for the Democratic ticket.

Biden, Harris hail lower Medicare drug prices and each other DW 08/15/2024

Biden and Harris highlight Medicare drug price reductions while showcasing their political camaraderie and mutual support as they gear up for the election.
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#electric-vehicles

Using tax credits and rebates to your advantage could save you thousands on a new electric vehicle

Tax credits significantly aid affordability for electric vehicle buyers despite high vehicle prices.

EVs Or 'The Dark Ages': Why A Trump Presidency Won't Stop Progress

The EV transition is resilient and difficult to reverse, even under opposing political ideologies.

What to Know About the Fate of the E.V. Tax Credit

Trump's transition team may seek to eliminate the electric vehicle tax credit to support the oil industry.

Electric Car Subsidies Are a Plus, but Could Be Improved, Study Finds

The $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles benefits U.S. automakers, yet loopholes and buyer behavior weaken its overall effectiveness.

America Is In The Middle Of A Secret Battery Boom

The U.S. is significantly increasing its lithium-ion battery production post-Inflation Reduction Act.

The Rivian R2's next-gen batteries will be made in the US by LG Energy

Rivian's R2 vehicles will utilize domestically produced batteries to improve compliance with US tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.

Using tax credits and rebates to your advantage could save you thousands on a new electric vehicle

Tax credits significantly aid affordability for electric vehicle buyers despite high vehicle prices.

EVs Or 'The Dark Ages': Why A Trump Presidency Won't Stop Progress

The EV transition is resilient and difficult to reverse, even under opposing political ideologies.

What to Know About the Fate of the E.V. Tax Credit

Trump's transition team may seek to eliminate the electric vehicle tax credit to support the oil industry.

Electric Car Subsidies Are a Plus, but Could Be Improved, Study Finds

The $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles benefits U.S. automakers, yet loopholes and buyer behavior weaken its overall effectiveness.

America Is In The Middle Of A Secret Battery Boom

The U.S. is significantly increasing its lithium-ion battery production post-Inflation Reduction Act.

The Rivian R2's next-gen batteries will be made in the US by LG Energy

Rivian's R2 vehicles will utilize domestically produced batteries to improve compliance with US tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.
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#climate-policy

How Continuity in U.S. Climate Policy Pays Off

Continuity in climate policy is crucial for achieving meaningful decarbonization and leveraging the successes of previous laws like the IRA.

Republicans tried to repeal this climate bill 42 times. Meanwhile, it has brought $286 billion to their districts

The Inflation Reduction Act has created significant clean energy jobs, especially in Republican districts, showing unexpected bipartisan economic benefits.

Trump Will Have Enormous Power Over Climate Action. Here's Why.

Modern presidents wield greater power to influence climate policy due to a lack of recent comprehensive environmental legislation.

How to spend one trillion dollars: the US decarbonization conundrum

The U.S. has invested over $1 trillion in decarbonization through significant legislative measures, such as the Inflation Reduction Act.

Trump plans to dismantle Biden's climate law. It won't be easy

Trump's presidency may lead to modifications of the IRA, though a complete repeal is not expected.
GOP lawmakers show mixed feelings about altering climate-related investments from the IRA.

How Continuity in U.S. Climate Policy Pays Off

Continuity in climate policy is crucial for achieving meaningful decarbonization and leveraging the successes of previous laws like the IRA.

Republicans tried to repeal this climate bill 42 times. Meanwhile, it has brought $286 billion to their districts

The Inflation Reduction Act has created significant clean energy jobs, especially in Republican districts, showing unexpected bipartisan economic benefits.

Trump Will Have Enormous Power Over Climate Action. Here's Why.

Modern presidents wield greater power to influence climate policy due to a lack of recent comprehensive environmental legislation.

How to spend one trillion dollars: the US decarbonization conundrum

The U.S. has invested over $1 trillion in decarbonization through significant legislative measures, such as the Inflation Reduction Act.

Trump plans to dismantle Biden's climate law. It won't be easy

Trump's presidency may lead to modifications of the IRA, though a complete repeal is not expected.
GOP lawmakers show mixed feelings about altering climate-related investments from the IRA.
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#renewable-energy

Biden Made Slow But Steady Progress on Climate. Trump Is Poised to Dismantle It.

The Biden administration has strengthened the EPA with significant funding, addressing environmental issues, but future progress is at risk with potential political changes.

Why Trump's return won't stop America's clean energy boom

Trump's presidency may shift focus to oil and gas, but renewable energy growth is likely to continue due to existing bipartisan support for subsidies.

Biden Made Slow But Steady Progress on Climate. Trump Is Poised to Dismantle It.

The Biden administration has strengthened the EPA with significant funding, addressing environmental issues, but future progress is at risk with potential political changes.

Why Trump's return won't stop America's clean energy boom

Trump's presidency may shift focus to oil and gas, but renewable energy growth is likely to continue due to existing bipartisan support for subsidies.
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#medicare

Medicare negotiated drug prices for the first time. Here's what it got

The White House will announce lower Medicare prices for 10 drugs, saving Medicare and beneficiaries billions as part of recent negotiations.

Biden's prescription drugs cap will save seniors more than $1,000 yearly starting in 2025, study finds

Caps on prescription drug out-of-pocket costs in Medicare will save over 1 million seniors more than $1,000 annually starting in 2025.

Big Pharma Exploited Patent Laws to Keep Medicare Drug Prices High, Report Finds

Pharmaceutical companies exploit patent laws to keep medication prices high for patients despite public funding for drug development.

Pharma Companies' Challenge to Inflation Reduction Act Heats Up

The IRA aims to lower drug prices but faces constitutional challenges from pharmaceutical companies over pricing and First and Fifth Amendment rights.

Capped U.S. prescription drug prices are still double that of other wealthy countries. Here's why

U.S. negotiated drug prices are significantly higher than in other wealthy nations, revealing systemic issues in the healthcare pricing model.

How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare for 2024

Medicare's future and proposed expansions are key topics in the 2024 presidential election, highlighted by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

Medicare negotiated drug prices for the first time. Here's what it got

The White House will announce lower Medicare prices for 10 drugs, saving Medicare and beneficiaries billions as part of recent negotiations.

Biden's prescription drugs cap will save seniors more than $1,000 yearly starting in 2025, study finds

Caps on prescription drug out-of-pocket costs in Medicare will save over 1 million seniors more than $1,000 annually starting in 2025.

Big Pharma Exploited Patent Laws to Keep Medicare Drug Prices High, Report Finds

Pharmaceutical companies exploit patent laws to keep medication prices high for patients despite public funding for drug development.

Pharma Companies' Challenge to Inflation Reduction Act Heats Up

The IRA aims to lower drug prices but faces constitutional challenges from pharmaceutical companies over pricing and First and Fifth Amendment rights.

Capped U.S. prescription drug prices are still double that of other wealthy countries. Here's why

U.S. negotiated drug prices are significantly higher than in other wealthy nations, revealing systemic issues in the healthcare pricing model.

How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare for 2024

Medicare's future and proposed expansions are key topics in the 2024 presidential election, highlighted by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
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Port of Los Angeles receives unprecedented $400-million grant to electrify operations

The Port of Los Angeles received over $400 million in federal funding to transition to electric cargo-moving equipment, enhancing environmental and air quality efforts.
#climate-change

Trump vs Harris: How their visions on climate change and energy compare

Harris and Trump have opposing visions on climate change and energy policy, with vague details on implementation.

America's New Climate Delusion

The U.S. may invest heavily in carbon capture, but it might not significantly impact the areas hardest hit by climate change.

Cities Are at the Forefront of Climate Change. Now They Have the Money to Act

Federal infrastructure laws are enabling cities to significantly advance climate initiatives by providing essential funding.

How Harris Reversed Her Previous Fracking Ban Support During the Debate

Vice President Kamala Harris shifted her stance on fracking, showcasing a dual approach to energy policy that includes support for fossil fuels alongside clean energy efforts.

Trump wants to "terminate" green spending. Here's what could stand in his way

Trump's campaign aims to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act and the Green New Deal, citing inflation concerns, while misrepresenting the climate law's benefits.

Trump vs Harris: How their visions on climate change and energy compare

Harris and Trump have opposing visions on climate change and energy policy, with vague details on implementation.

America's New Climate Delusion

The U.S. may invest heavily in carbon capture, but it might not significantly impact the areas hardest hit by climate change.

Cities Are at the Forefront of Climate Change. Now They Have the Money to Act

Federal infrastructure laws are enabling cities to significantly advance climate initiatives by providing essential funding.

How Harris Reversed Her Previous Fracking Ban Support During the Debate

Vice President Kamala Harris shifted her stance on fracking, showcasing a dual approach to energy policy that includes support for fossil fuels alongside clean energy efforts.

Trump wants to "terminate" green spending. Here's what could stand in his way

Trump's campaign aims to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act and the Green New Deal, citing inflation concerns, while misrepresenting the climate law's benefits.
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Will Most Used EVs End Up Around $25,000? New Data Says 'Maybe.'

The used electric vehicle market is expanding rapidly, influenced by used Tesla prices and purchase incentives.
#drug-pricing

How Health Care Affordability and Access Could Change under Harris or Trump

Candidates Harris and Trump plan to tackle U.S. health care issues but propose vastly different policies affecting drug costs and access to care.

As Harris and Biden Take a Victory Lap on Drug Costs, She Sets the Pace

Biden and Harris emphasize a united front while celebrating accomplishments like lowering drug costs, showcasing leadership and legacy.

Ozempic very likely' to see prices slashed in drug price negotiations

Ozempic is likely to be included in upcoming drug price negotiations with the US government.

Ozempic 'very likely' to have price slashed

Ozempic is expected to be included in upcoming negotiations for price reductions under the US government's new drug pricing policies.

How Health Care Affordability and Access Could Change under Harris or Trump

Candidates Harris and Trump plan to tackle U.S. health care issues but propose vastly different policies affecting drug costs and access to care.

As Harris and Biden Take a Victory Lap on Drug Costs, She Sets the Pace

Biden and Harris emphasize a united front while celebrating accomplishments like lowering drug costs, showcasing leadership and legacy.

Ozempic very likely' to see prices slashed in drug price negotiations

Ozempic is likely to be included in upcoming drug price negotiations with the US government.

Ozempic 'very likely' to have price slashed

Ozempic is expected to be included in upcoming negotiations for price reductions under the US government's new drug pricing policies.
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#energy-efficiency

Low- and Mid-Income Families to Get Home Energy Efficiency Rebates

New York becomes the first state to distribute federal funds for energy efficiency upgrades under the Inflation Reduction Act, benefiting homeowners and renters.

Old government buildings have been getting more energy efficient-but Trump threatens that progress

The federal government owns the largest commercial real estate portfolio in the U.S. and is focusing on energy-efficient retrofitting of its buildings.

Where To Find Affordable Financing for Energy-Efficiency Upgrades

The Inflation Reduction Act offers vital funding to spur energy efficiency upgrades despite initial costs.

States forge ahead with Inflation Reduction Act energy rebates so far, South Dakota is the only one to opt out

States are implementing energy-efficiency rebates under the Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to help consumers retrofit homes and reduce energy bills.

Low- and Mid-Income Families to Get Home Energy Efficiency Rebates

New York becomes the first state to distribute federal funds for energy efficiency upgrades under the Inflation Reduction Act, benefiting homeowners and renters.

Old government buildings have been getting more energy efficient-but Trump threatens that progress

The federal government owns the largest commercial real estate portfolio in the U.S. and is focusing on energy-efficient retrofitting of its buildings.

Where To Find Affordable Financing for Energy-Efficiency Upgrades

The Inflation Reduction Act offers vital funding to spur energy efficiency upgrades despite initial costs.

States forge ahead with Inflation Reduction Act energy rebates so far, South Dakota is the only one to opt out

States are implementing energy-efficiency rebates under the Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to help consumers retrofit homes and reduce energy bills.
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Millions Could Lose Insurance Subsidies, Depending on the Election

The future of health insurance subsidies is uncertain depending on the election outcome, impacting millions of Americans who rely on them for affordable coverage.

Lauren Boebert Battles Local Reporter For Fact-Checking Her: This Is Adorable'

Rep. Lauren Boebert's confrontational interview style raises concerns about her relationship with local media and constituents.

A Corporate Minimum Tax Aimed at Closing Loopholes' Leaves Gaps

Implementing a minimum corporate tax exposes complexities in addressing tax equity and defining loopholes versus economic incentives.

US Treasury says Yellen tests positive for COVID, working from home By Reuters

Yellen is working from home after testing positive for COVID-19, continuing her duties remotely.

How Exxon chases billions in US subsidies for a climate solution' that helps it drill more oil

ExxonMobil faces backlash from climate activists but claims to lead in carbon capture technology.

Connecticut joining IRS Direct File, free electronic tax filing system

Connecticut residents to access free electronic tax-filing system through IRS Direct File.

Medicare negotiations for lower drug prices near the finish line

Medicare can now negotiate drug prices, benefiting seniors by potentially lowering costs for high-cost medications.

The Biden Clean Energy Boom

The Inflation Reduction Act (I.R.A.) is spurring significant investments in clean energy projects with potential costs estimated to reach $1.2 trillion by 2031.

Montauk Climate Raises $8.5M to Incubate the Climate Tech Companies That Will Define a Sustainable Future

The Inflation Reduction Act will channel $500B into climate technologies.
Montauk Climate focuses on fostering category-defining companies in climate tech, energy transition, infrastructure, and sustainability.

The battle over prescription drug prices is heating up

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) shifts power from American drug companies to the government through Medicare price negotiations.
The IRA's drug price negotiations will be implemented in phases, with 10 drugs covered under Medicare Part D targeted for the first round of negotiations.

IRS Estimates $561B Tax Revenue Rise With Crackdown on Corporations and the Rich

The IRS could collect up to $561 billion in additional tax revenue between 2024 and 2034, thanks to increased funding and new initiatives enabled by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.
If lawmakers renew and expand the IRA funding, the IRS could collect an additional $851 billion in tax revenue over the next decade.
The increase in funding for the IRS is directly attributed to the $80 billion passed by Democrats, which Republicans opposed.

Joe Biden Burns Lauren Boebert With A Blunt 2-Word Reminder

President Biden used footage of Rep. Lauren Boebert criticizing the Inflation Reduction Act against her during an interview in her own district.
Biden highlighted the economic benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act and challenged Boebert to tell the workers in a wind turbine factory that the act was a 'massive failure.'
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