Statehouse Republicans File Bill Expanding Renewable Energy
Conservative lawmakers on Tuesday moved to extend the growth of renewable energy in North Carolina, just days after President Donald Trump said the U.S.
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Solar's Future Is So Bright… But Clouds Are In The Forecast
A new report suggests solar jobs have grown 17 times faster than the overall U.S. economy. But now that President Trump has decided to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement, what's the future of solar power in America?
Trump Administration Seeking Permits For Seismic Air Gun Surveys In Atlantic
The proposal would allow five energy companies to incidentally harass ocean wildlife by using seismic air guns for oil and gas exploration, much to the chagrin of environmental groups.
Texans React To Trump's Decision To Pull Out Of Paris Climate Accord
People in a Texas coal town say they can feel the climate changing and are worried about it. But they support President Trump's decision to pull out of the international climate pact.
Barbershop: President Trump's Paris Accord Decision And Kathy Griffin
Farajii Muhammad, host of Listen Up! on WEAA in Baltimore, political commentator Gayle Trotter and Ask a Mexican columnist Gustavo Arellano discuss the Paris Accord decision and comic Kathy Griffin.
Energy Economist Says Paris Accord Withdraw Doesn't Mean Much For U.S. Energy
With 40 percent of the nation's coal, Wyoming is by far the largest coal-producing state. NPR's Michel Martin talks about the future of coal production with energy economist Robert Godby.
FACT CHECK: Is President Trump Correct That Coal Mines Are Opening?
Locals in Jennerstown, Pa., are celebrating the grand opening of a coal mine and the estimated 70 jobs it brings. But the broad trends pushing the industry down are likely to continue, experts say.
Friday News Roundup - International
Afghanistan's president says cowards were behind this week's bombing in Kabul. After their latest meeting, Germany's Chancellor calls out President Trump. And of course, the President makes his decision on the Paris climate accord. A discussion of the week's most interesting news stories.
Crude Oil Begins To Flow Through Controversial Dakota Access Pipeline
"Just because the oil is flowing now doesn't mean that it can't be stopped," said Standing Rock Sioux Chairman Dave Archambault II. Tribes and environmental groups have fought against the pipeline.
Trump Announces U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Climate Accord
President Trump followed through on his campaign trail vow to exit the historic international agreement. But he said the U.S. would begin negotiations to possibly re-enter the pact or a similar deal.