In One Week, Trump Moves to Reshape U.S. Environmental Policy

The Trump administration this week moved to weaken the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act, two bedrock laws, among other deregulatory moves.

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Energy Department Reorganization Reflects Shift Away From Renewable Energy

The reorganization reflects the ongoing shift in the federal government’s energy priorities: less renewable energy, more fossil fuels.

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Trump Plans to Open More Than a Billion Acres of U.S. Waters to Drilling

The plan from the Interior Department is one of the president’s most significant steps yet to increase domestic fossil fuel production.

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As Sanctions on Russian Oil Loom, India Prepares to End Its Buying Spree

India has been snapping up discounted Russian crude for three years, but U.S. sanctions that take effect on Friday are expected to end the lucrative trade.

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Trump Moves to Weaken the Endangered Species Act

Four proposed rules could make it easier to drill for oil or harvest timber in areas where endangered species live.

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Iran Releases Tanker It Seized From the Strait of Hormuz

The ship had lost contact with its managers while traveling near Iran on its way to Singapore last week. All 21 members of the crew are safe.

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Environmentalists Sue to Stop Oil Lease Sales in the Gulf of Mexico

A Trump administration proposal to allow more exploration for oil and gas violates environmental laws, the groups said.

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The Future of Energy Has Arrived — Just Not in the U.S.

While China is selling clean energy to the world, America is pushing oil and gas.

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After Climate Push, Energy Companies Return to Fossil Fuels in Europe

Recent oil and gas deals in Europe suggest that the growing demand for energy may be leading companies to adopt a more pragmatic approach.

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Fears Fuel Tanker Was Seized by Iran in Strait of Hormuz

The ship, which was flying a Marshall Islands flag, was bound for Singapore when it lost contact with its managers and appeared headed toward Iran.

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