Says collaboration with private sector is critical. In preparation for the U.N. climate talks in November, U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry has been meeting with international officials, encouraging…
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U.S. Proposes Sovereignty Protections from WHO
U.S. hopes to bring greater transparency and accountability to the World Health Organization. Later this month, the World Health Organization (WHO) will be reviewing recommendations from member nations…
Read MorePentagon Anti-Drone Microwave Demonstration Successful
Technology able to stop two incoming drones at once. Last week, the Pentagon’s Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office (JCO) finished its demonstration of anti-drone microwave technology. The…
Read MoreDOE Requests Public Input on Transmission Program Budget
Allocation of $2.5 billion to invest in U.S. power grid. The Department of Energy issued a Request for Information (RFI) last week, asking for public feedback on how…
Read More16 Bidders Participate in BOEM Offshore Wind Auction
Two leased zones for wind energy development. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held its auction last week for two leases zoned for offshore wind energy in…
Read MoreSenator from Maryland in Hospital after Stroke
First-term senator was at a speaking engagement in his home state. U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland suffered a stroke over the weekend and was admitted to…
Read MoreHouse Plans May 25 Hearing on Formula Shortage
Congress seeks to better understand causes to find solutions. The House Energy and Commerce Committee announced that they have scheduled a hearing for May 25th to gather information…
Read MoreSocial Security Checks Could See Big Increase
Experts say checks could jump 8.6 percent. Seniors and other people who rely on Social Security benefits could see their biggest cost-of-living adjustment since 1981 next year, with…
Read MoreSEC Extends Public Comment Period for Climate Change
Private sector gets extra input into climate oversight rules. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended its period for public comment on three current climate information…
Read MoreSecretary Austin Welcomes Thailand’s Prime Minister
Announces first trip to Thailand as defense secretary. Thailand’s Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha paid a visit to the Pentagon on Friday, where Secretary Austin welcomed…
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