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A Win for Solar– And a Glimpse of Life After Chevron

The majority in a recent case — an Obama appointeet and a Trump appointee — ruled in favor of renewable energy. Even without Chevron deference, they were able to conclude that the statute favored solar producers. And unlike a win under Chevron, this one can’t be reversed by a more conservative agency — it’s etched in stone.

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Where Have You Gone, Jimmy Carter?

When Paul Simon famously asked his nostalgic question about the whereabouts of Joe DiMaggio, it was only 16 years after Joltin’ Joe had retired from baseball.  It’s 28 years since President Jimmy Carter left office.  Is it time to become a little nostalgic about his energy policy?  The question is prompted by Carter’s testimony, this …

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