Pritzker to Halt Data Center Tax Perks as Power Bills Soar

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is proposing a temporary halt on state tax incentives for data centers, a move aimed at addressing concerns over soaring electricity bills for residents. During his annual budget address, the governor announced his plan for a two-year moratorium on new tax credits for the industry. The governor also called on PJM […]

Cost of Trump’s Coal Push Plays Out in Dollars, Noise and Health

For Chad Schmucker, 71, his home in Port Sheldon Township should be a dream retirement spot. Located on the east shore of Lake Michigan, the area features dunes, forests, and water that draws boaters in summer. But there’s a major drawback: his property sits just south of the J.H. Campbell coal plant. The facility spews […]

US issues license authorizing oil, gas exploration and production in Venezuela, Treasury says

On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Treasury Department issued a general license that permits U.S. firms to supply goods, technology, software, or services for the exploration, development, or production of oil and gas in Venezuela. The authorization marks a significant shift in U.S. policy toward the country’s energy sector. Under the license, companies can now […]