Potential retroactive US surcharge on Asian PV cells will further delay or halt projects, say 22 U.S. Senators, two governors and utilities, who urge quick dispute end to avoid 'massive disruption' in clean energy transition targets; nuclear and coal plant closures in Calif. and Indiana could be pushed back
Leading industry conference in Atlantic City, N.J., doubled attendance last month as project interest grows in Atlantic and California from states, firms, unions and others—but permitting, transmission and staffing remain key expansion barriers.
The measure would authorize $24.6 billion in federal funds for 21 Army Corps of Engineers projects covering flood and hurricane protection, harbor dredging and other related efforts across the country.
Agency recommends improved severe weather safety procedures after the partial collapse in Illinois that killed six workers but raises no issues over design or construction.
Biden administration would invest $145 million over the next year for skills training to support job-readiness for pre-apprentice programs and other work re-entry options.