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Greenberg Traurig Successfully Defends Challenge to $39 Billion Alaska Natural Gas Project in D.C. Circuit

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP secured a victory for client Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit involving a challenge to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)'s approval of a $39 billion Alaska natural gas project.

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  • Circuit involving a challenge to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)'s approval of a $39 billion Alaska natural gas project.
  • WASHINGTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP secured a victory for client Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C.
  • Circuit involving a challenge to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)'s approval of a $39 billion Alaska natural gas project.
  • Plans call for construction of a gas treatment plant, an 800-mile pipeline from the Alaska North Slope to Cook Inlet, and a liquefaction facility for the purposes of exporting liquified natural gas and serving in-state demand for natural gas.

Iowans and Nebraskans Rally for a Coal-Free Future Outside Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Meeting

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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OMAHA, Neb., May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iowans and Nebraskans joined together for a coal-free future rally outside the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting in Omaha on Saturday, May 6.

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  • OMAHA, Neb., May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iowans and Nebraskans joined together for a coal-free future rally outside the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting in Omaha on Saturday, May 6.
  • Numerous organizations hosted the rally, including the Iowa Environmental Council, Sierra Club, Great Plains Action Society and the Clean Up MidAm Coalition.
  • According to the “ Benchmarking Air Emissions ” report, Berkshire Hathaway Energy had the fourth-highest CO2 emission  among electric power producers in the U.S. while generating the ninth-most electricity.
  • We work on federal, state, and local public policy issues to ensure a just, healthy environment and sustainable future for all Iowans.

CONGRESS TO INVESTIGATE CHINA BACKED ENVIRONMENTAL FRONT GROUPS, CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY & SIERRA CLUB. INVESTIGATION UNDER WAY AND LEGISLATION PENDING.

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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China, Russia and others are aggressively pursuing economic, social, and cultural warfare type tactics to divide Americans and weaken America from the inside - out," stated Steve Crim, Common Sense America Executive Director.

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  • China, Russia and others are aggressively pursuing economic, social, and cultural warfare type tactics to divide Americans and weaken America from the inside - out," stated Steve Crim, Common Sense America Executive Director.
  • "The use of front groups is one of their key weapons in this war."
  • In 2018, the Center for Biological Diversity and other environmental groups were the subjects of a congressional investigation concerning foreign influence and underreporting of taxpayer funds received through "sue and settle" lawsuits.
  • We support efforts that will strengthen the economy, promote energy diversification and innovation and drive mainstream solutions that make our communities safer.

Iowa Environmental Council: Three Things You Won't Hear Onstage at the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Meeting

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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As shareholders, media, and onlookers descend on Omaha in May for the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting, the utopian spectacle hides dark realities.

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  • As shareholders, media, and onlookers descend on Omaha in May for the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting, the utopian spectacle hides dark realities.
  • "It's past time investors put their money where their talking points are," said Kerri Johannsen, Energy Program Director with the Iowa Environmental Council.
  • Often at its shareholder meeting, Berkshire highlights its energy companies like MidAmerican Energy in Iowa for their renewable energy leadership.
  • The Sierra Club is America's largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3.5 million members and supporters.

Iowa Utilities Board takes action to protect customers from risks with MidAmerican Energy's Wind PRIME proposal

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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The Board approved the project only because the utility promised the project would provide significant economic benefits to customers.

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  • The Board approved the project only because the utility promised the project would provide significant economic benefits to customers.
  • If MidAmerican decides to proceed with the Wind PRIME project under the Board's new conditions, it must also conduct a public planning process before any future clean energy development.
  • MidAmerican must let the Board know whether it plans to proceed with Wind PRIME in the next 20 days.
  • (Order p. 45)
    "The Board finds that the Wind PRIME proposal fails to demonstrate its reasonableness compared to feasible alternatives under a traditional utility review."

Leading organizations and experts curate resources about sustainability for Earth Day

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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DUBLIN, Ohio, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WorldCat.org, the website that connects online searchers to the world's libraries, has collaborated with environmental organizations and experts to showcase valuable sustainability and conservation materials from more than 10,000 library collections for Earth Day. These partners include preeminent voices in conservation, such as EARTHDAY.ORG, the National Audubon Society, the Sierra Club, the Walden Woods Project, the Culinary Institute of America, and Kathryn Kellogg, founder of Going Zero Waste, among others. WorldCat.org formed these alliances to raise awareness among institution leaders, educators, students, parents, and the public at large about protecting, and living in harmony with, our shared and finite natural systems.

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  • DUBLIN, Ohio, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WorldCat.org , the website that connects online searchers to the world's libraries, has collaborated with environmental organizations and experts to showcase valuable sustainability and conservation materials from more than 10,000 library collections for Earth Day.
  • "Earth Day is meant to be a reminder of our connection to each other and to the world around us," said Madison Aughinbaugh, Global Public Relations Lead at EARTHDAY.ORG.
  • "The unique resources we're putting on display through these Earth Day collaborations will make that connection clear.
  • By collecting diverse resources from its partners on a topic page that will create a guide to sustainability, WorldCat.org intends to make it fast, convenient, and fun for users to participate in the spirit of Earth Day.

Bill to Hold Oil Drillers Presumptively Liable For Harms in Drilling Safety Zones Garners Support of 130+ Group Coalition Including Consumer Watchdog, That Powered Through Gasoline Price Gouging Penalty Bill

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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Oil drillers qualified a referendum that put SB 1137 on hold until voters vote on it in November 2024.

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  • Oil drillers qualified a referendum that put SB 1137 on hold until voters vote on it in November 2024.
  • If SB 556 becomes law, it would further protect communities by making drillers liable for the harms they cause starting January 2024.
  • "This bill connects the dots between toxic oil and gas pollution and the health harms it causes.
  • It's high time the onus was put on oil companies to prove their dirty activities aren't the cause of rampant health harms.

NorthWestern Energy will appeal district court order vacating air quality permit for Yellowstone County Generating Station

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Friday, April 7, 2023
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Although the District Court found two limited issues with the Montana DEQ's analysis, the court unfortunately took the extreme step to vacate the air permit.

Key Points: 
  • Although the District Court found two limited issues with the Montana DEQ's analysis, the court unfortunately took the extreme step to vacate the air permit.
  • NorthWestern Energy will fulfil its commitment to safe and reliable energy service for our Montana customers by seeking an immediate stay and will appeal the decision.
  • All NorthWestern Energy projects, including the Yellowstone County Generating Station, are designed to meet the best interests of our customers and the communities we serve.
  • NorthWestern Energy relies on the energy market more than any of our peer energy companies in the region.

Drive Electric Earth Day Kicks Off April 1, Features 190 Events

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drive Electric Earth Day, an annual campaign to increase education and awareness about electric vehicles (EVs), kicks off Saturday, April 1, 2023. This year's initiative features 190 events spanning 40 states, Canada and Mexico. Events, both in person and online, will feature EV test drives, showcases, informative workshops, and other fun activities that highlight EVs' environmental, performance, and cost-saving benefits.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drive Electric Earth Day , an annual campaign to increase education and awareness about electric vehicles (EVs), kicks off Saturday, April 1, 2023.
  • Plug In America, the Electric Vehicle Association, EVHybridNoire and the Sierra Club teamed up to organize this year's Drive Electric Earth Day.
  • National sponsors supporting Drive Electric Earth Day include Electrify America and Edison International.
  • To learn more about Drive Electric Earth Day or to RSVP for an event, visit https://driveelectricearthday.org/

ANNOUNCING THE 2023 FAST COMPANY GRILL AT SXSW

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast Company is returning to SXSW with its annual Fast Company Grill in Austin, TX, March 10–13, at Cedar Door (201 Brazos Street). This exclusive four-day hub of business visionaries, diverse leaders, and innovative artists will be open daily, with a full slate of panels, demos, and interactive experiences. 

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  • The Fast Company Grill will host four days of innovation and networking, featuring some of the brightest lights and rising stars in tech, music, social media, and more
    AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast Company is returning to SXSW with its annual Fast Company Grill in Austin, TX, March 10–13, at Cedar Door (201 Brazos Street).
  • "The Grill will light it up for four days straight and I can't wait," says Fast Company Editor-in-Chief Brendan Vaughan.
  • "From the moment I became editor of this iconic brand last summer, I've been looking forward to hosting my first Fast Company Grill," says Fast Company Editor-in-Chief Brendan Vaughan.
  • The Fast Company Grill is open to invited guests and credentialed members of the media only.