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Energy policy

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Zeldin criticizes Hochul solar farms on New York farmland, cites local control erosion

Jul 27, 2026

The segment features EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin discussing Governor Kathy Hochul's approvals of large solar farms on upstate New York farmland, arguing they erode local control and pursue unattainable climate goals at economic cost. Zeldin details prior state actions including natural gas restrictions, the Indian Point nuclear closure, and pipeline blocks, while contrasting them with federal efforts on data center energy costs.

▶ Source: Fox Business

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Heinrich Accuses Trump Administration of Stalling 73 GW Renewables at FERC Hearing

Jul 24, 2026

The clip shows Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM), ranking member of the Senate Energy Committee, delivering opening remarks at a July 2026 FERC oversight hearing chaired by Sen. Mike Lee. He criticizes the Trump administration for slowing renewable projects, links it to rising electricity costs, and promotes his Grid for Growth initiative and permitting reforms. He also praises recent FERC actions on large loads and warns about threats to agency independence after a Supreme Court ruling. Sourcing is primarily Heinrich's prepared statement referencing his own report and a consumer poll; no other guests or counter-views appear in the segment.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Haridopolos Questions Biden-Era Energy Policies in DOE Hearing

Jun 20, 2026

The clip features Rep. Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) questioning DOE Secretary Christopher Wright during a June 10, 2026 House Science Committee hearing on the FY2027 DOE budget. Haridopolos criticizes Biden-era actions including SPR releases, LNG and pipeline decisions, fracking stances, and lease delays, while praising supply growth and noting 2025 gas price declines interrupted by global events. Wright responds on capital-raising difficulties for dispatchable power, compares Florida and California electricity outcomes, and discusses NASA-DOE space energy projects including nuclear. Haridopolos adds remarks on the $27B Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund allocations.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Harris, Newsom Discuss Energy Efficiency, Nuclear, Permitting Delays for Renewables and AI

Jun 16, 2026

The segment features Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris discussing AI data center energy demands, California grid efficiency improvements, the need for nuclear alongside renewables, and reforms to speed permitting processes. Newsom cites historical peak demand reductions from efficiency and contrasts nuclear safety with fossil fuel pollution deaths. Harris agrees on accelerating permitting to build projects faster and deliver results for the public. The discussion references the Inflation Reduction Act, California laws, and international examples like Austria.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News