Parting Gifts for Carbon Capture, from the 116th Congress
Carbon capture enjoyed a winter flurry of federal policy victories in the waning days of 2020 and at the start of 2021. In just a little more than a week, carbon capture hit a policy trifecta: new, aggressive R&D authorizations, a carbon capture tax credit (“45Q”) extension, and final Administrative rules on how project developers can properly claim the 45Q credit. Check out our latest blog from ClearPath Program Director Justin Ong and Policy Analyst Jena Lococo.
House Republicans Name Energy & Commerce, Appropriations Picks
With the gains in the election and retirements, Republicans are adding eight new members to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The new Republican E&C members announced are Reps. Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota, Dan Crenshaw of Texas, John Curtis of Utah, Neal Dunn of Florida, John Joyce of Pennsylvania, Debbie Lesko of Arizona, Gary Palmer of Alabama and Greg Pence of Indiana.
The announced new House Republican appropriators are Reps. Mike Garcia and David Valadao of California, Guy Reschenthaler of Pennsylvania, Ben Cline of Virginia, Ashley Hinson of Iowa, and Tony Gonzales of Texas.
ClearPath to Participate in Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Forum
The Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum is the premiere international gathering of government, industry, and thought leaders to set the energy agenda for the year. Rich Powell, ClearPath Executive Director, will join a conversation on Thursday, January 21 with Bill Brown, Chief Executive Officer, NET Power; Regina Mayor, Global Head of Energy, KPMG; and, Paddy Padmanathan, President and CEO, ACWA Power. The moderator will be Adam Sieminski, President, King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center. See more and register here.
Energy Department Announces Approximately $123.6 Million in Funding for 46 Projects to Bolster Domestic Manufacturing through Innovation
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) announced more than $123 million in funding, as well as $44.7 million of cost share, for 46 projects in 23 states to stimulate technology innovation, improve the energy productivity of American manufacturing, and enable the manufacturing of cutting-edge products in the United States. Read more
Executive Order on Promoting Small Modular Reactors for National Defense and Space Exploration
The White House issued an Executive Order this week to promote small modular reactors for national defense and space exploration. The EO will further revitalize the United States nuclear energy sector, reinvigorate America’s space exploration program, and produce diverse energy options for national defense needs. Read more
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Former DOE Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy Joins Electric Power Research Institute
Congratulations to Dr. Rita Baranwal for being named the Vice President of Nuclear Energy and Chief Nuclear Officer for The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Thank you for your service, Dr. Baranwal!
Wyoming Ready To Take Advantage Of Massive Federal
Carbon Capture Support
Jupiter Oxygen Corporation has plans to set up in Wyoming by retrofitting the Pacificorp’s Dave Johnston power plant in eastern Wyoming with a form of carbon capture technology. The coal-fired plant is currently set for retirement in 2027. See more
IEA to release roadmap for clean energy transition
The International Energy Agency (IEA) announced it will publish the world’s first roadmap for the energy sector to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Read more
