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EPA and National Guard Mobilize for Largest Wildfire Cleanup in U.S. History

Sepulveda Basin will be used as a staging area and meeting point for National Guard personnel and vehicles for 60 days.

February 3, 2025

With over 13,000 homes and 250 businesses affected, the EPA has deployed nearly 500 personnel, expecting that number to surpass 1,000 in the coming days.

Assignments Set for Congressional Committees Governing Water, Green Energy Policy

Senate and House committees covering natural resources; environmental quality; and public works become operational

J.J. Smith

January 31, 2025

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Congressional committees on clean water and green energy are up and running, already holding key hearings and meetings.

Industry Veteran Robertson Geo Relocates its HQ

A global provider of borehole technologies is set to relocate its UK headquarters

The Driller Staff

January 31, 2025

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Award-winning Robertson Geo will relocate from its sites in Deganwy and Llandudno to a new 20,500 square-foot building on Tre Morfa Enterprise Park, Conwy, following significant growth.

President Trump's New EPA Administrator Sworn In

Lee Zeldin Sworn in as EPA Administrator, Pledges Focus on Environment and Economy

The Driller Staff

January 30, 2025

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Lee Zeldin was sworn in as the 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) this week,

DOE Seeks Grant Applications to Establish Geothermal Data Collection Partnerships

Six awards of from $1 million to $5 million expected

J.J. Smith

January 30, 2025

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The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) has announced a $19 million grant program to establish regional partnerships in the geothermal industry.

The Driller Newscast episode 141: Governing Global Resources

Episode 141 – The Driller Newscast

Leading Civilization Requires Water, Fossil Fuels, & Minerals

The Driller Staff

January 29, 2025

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Control of a nation's natural resources is vital to sustaining growth.

Tracking the Federal Funding Freeze

How Could a Federal Funding Freeze Affect the Drilling Industry?

John Oldani

January 28, 2025

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Earlier today, President Donald Trump's administration announced a temporary halt on most federal grants and loans to local governments, hospitals, schools, and businesses.

IRS Issues Rule Detailing GHP System Tax Credit Eligibility

Regulation defines energy properties, and when energy tax credit can be claimed for GHP systems

J.J. Smith

January 27, 2025

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The IRS has finalized new rules on energy tax credits for geothermal heat pump (GHP) systems, clarifying eligibility requirements for system owners.

EPA Seeks Public Input on PFAS Risk Assessment in Wastewater Byproducts

Human health risks associated with exposure to ‘sewage sludge’ or ‘biosolids’ examined

J.J. Smith

January 27, 2025

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking the public to comment on a draft risk assessment examining the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in “biosolids”.

EPA Withdraws Proposed Water Quality Rule for Indian Reservations

Some tribes viewed the proposed rule as an effort to impinge tribal sovereignty

J.J. Smith

January 27, 2025

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The EPA has withdrawn a proposed rule on water quality standards for Indian reservations, sparking mixed reactions from tribes regarding its impact on sovereignty.