Recent directives create uncertainty for data center projects seeking ERCOT interconnection or requiring TCEQ permits.
By Nikki Buffa, Joshua W. Marnitz, Jeremiah Davis, and Nathaniel L. Glynn
In response to unprecedented growth in data center development and increasing public scrutiny of such projects, Texas officials have launched a series of regulatory and policy initiatives aimed at evaluating…
New IRS guidance and updated modeling reshape Section 45Z eligibility, emissions calculations, feedstock rules, and compliance obligations for clean fuel producers.
By Joshua T. Bledsoe, Scott W. Cockerham, Michael Dreibelbis, Eli M. Katz, and Phil Goldberg
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The Commission has recently released additional guidance and FAQs to support implementation.
By Michael D. Green, James Bee, and Toon Dictus
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The proposed changes to the carbon pricing policy intend to balance industrial competitiveness with climate goals.
By Michael D. Green and James Bee
On 17 July 2026, the European Commission (Commission) presented its review of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), alongside an Electrification Action Plan. The EU ETS is the EU’s flagship carbon pricing mechanism, under which…
New recommendations clarify compliance solutions for import requirements and propose a suspension of penalties for three years.
By Michael D. Green and James Bee
On 20 July 2026, the European Commission (Commission) adopted two recommendations on the EU Methane Regulation, intended to guide EU countries on (1) compliance solutions and (2) penalty regimes.
The recommendations come against the backdrop of…
New measures build on existing regulation to bring the UK further in line with the EU.
By Michael D. Green and James Bee
On 23 June 2026, the UK government announced plans for new rules intended to ensure that goods sold in the UK do not contribute to illegal deforestation. The measures will cover Great Britain, while businesses in Northern…
Courts have applied Seven County to limit the scope of judicial review and give more deference to the government in NEPA cases.
By Devin O’Connor, Janice Schneider, Stacey VanBelleghem, and Lia Barrett
On May 29, 2025, the US Supreme Court decided Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County1 (see this Latham blog post) which narrowed…
The consultation will shape practical guidance for companies navigating EU due diligence obligations.
By Michael D. Green, Betty M. Huber and James Bee
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The draft implementing regulation sets out detailed rules for converting third-country carbon prices into reductions in CBAM certificate obligations.
By Joshua Bledsoe, Jean-Philippe Brisson, Michael Dreibelis, Michael D. Green, Gauthier Martin, John-Patrick Sweny, and James Bee
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The package of measures recognises the need to promote energy security and combat rising costs.
By Michael D. Green and James Bee
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The NRC’s new approach to environmental review has the potential to streamline approvals for a range of nuclear projects.
By Nikki Buffa, Karl Karg, Aron Potash, Lucas Quass, and Samantha Yeager
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The measures include a new delegated act on scope, updated FAQs, and an updated guidance document.
By Michael D. Green and James Bee
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