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California Environmental Law & Policy Update
Environmental groups push for statewide regulation of polluted stormwater runoff from commercial properties, while President Trump announces funding for a controversial coal-export terminal and the EPA launches an initiative to accelerate superfund site cleanups. California's Air Resources Board approves major changes to its cap-and-invest program, creating a $4 billion decarbonization fund amid concerns from climate advocates.
United States Environment
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Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis
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Renewable Energy Update
U.S. battery energy storage installations reached record highs in Q1 2026, while California pushes forward with ambitious offshore wind plans and major solar-plus-storage projects secure billions in financing. Despite federal headwinds, state officials and industry leaders remain committed to renewable energy targets, with significant developments spanning from California's Central Valley to New York's community solar initiatives.
United States Energy
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Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis
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New York Budget Amends the State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
New York State's 2026 Enacted Budget introduces significant amendments to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, adjusting greenhouse gas emission reduction timelines, changing accounting methodologies, and extending regulatory deadlines. These revisions will reshape how the state measures climate progress and implements environmental permitting decisions, potentially affecting projects that were previously denied or remain pending approval.
United States Environment
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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The Data Center Boom Is Reshaping Texas — And Every Business Needs To Understand Why
Texas is rapidly becoming the world's largest data center market, driven by AI infrastructure demands that are reshaping electricity grids, water resources, and regulatory frameworks. The state's 84 operating facilities and 140 planned projects represent a fundamental shift in how digital infrastructure intersects with energy policy, real estate development, and public utilities—creating implications that extend far beyond the technology sector.
United States Energy
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Foley & Lardner
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