Energy Policy
Niigata approves restart of world's largest nuclear plant
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Niigata Governor Hideyo Hanazumi approved the restart of the world's largest nuclear plant, the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa facility, on Friday. This marks the first restart for operator TEPCO since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. The move supports Japan's goals to reduce fossil fuel reliance and achieve carbon neutrality.
Kenya's Cabinet has greenlit a new National Energy Policy and an updated National Petroleum Policy to drive the country's industrial ambitions. These measures aim to enhance energy access, attract investments, and promote sustainable development. Additionally, a Livestock Value Chain Support Project was approved to improve dairy farming productivity.
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The U.S. Department of Energy is pushing to reverse a policy that requires tribal consent for hydropower projects on Indigenous lands. This effort follows the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's denial of permits for proposed pumped-storage facilities on the Navajo Nation. Critics, including tribal leaders and environmental groups, warn that such a change could undermine Indigenous sovereignty and environmental protections.
Nearly a year after their 2024 election defeat, Democrats are advised to downplay 'climate change' in favor of 'cheap energy' to better connect with voters. A new poll from the Searchlight Institute highlights a mismatch between public priorities and perceived Democratic focus. This shift reflects broader declines in climate discourse amid other pressing issues.
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The MaPrimeRénov' energy renovation aid scheme resumes on Tuesday, October 1, but with a budget cut of one billion euros. This measure aims to support low-income households in their insulation works, despite budgetary constraints. The government hopes to relaunch the program while controlling spending.