American energy

Energy chief Wright says empowering coal plants helped keep lights on during winter storm

February 14, 2026 Matthew Daly and Marc Levy

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration said last Friday that its use of emergency orders to keep aging coal-fired plants operating helped prevent a major blackout from power shortages during the brutally frigid weather that […]

New analysis shows more US consumers falling behind on utility bills

November 22, 2025 Josh Boak

WASHINGTON, D.C. — More people are falling behind on paying their bills to keep on the lights and heat their homes, according to a new analysis of consumer data — a warning sign for the […]

Trump blames renewables for rising power bills; experts cite other causes

August 30, 2025 By Matthew Daly

WASHINGTON, D.C. — With electricity prices rising at more than twice the rate of inflation, President Donald Trump has lashed out at renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power, blaming them for skyrocketing […]

Duke Energy to spend $87B to boost infrastructure, sells Florida stake

August 15, 2025 North State Journal staff

Duke Energy said last week it will increase its infrastructure investments to $87 billion to meet rising electricity demand and plans to sell part of its Florida business to help fund the expansion. The Charlotte-based […]

Top Trump officials visit prolific Alaska oil field amid push to expand drilling

June 8, 2025 Becky Bohrer and Mark Thiessen

DEADHORSE, Alaska — President Donald Trump wants to double the amount of oil coursing through Alaska’s vast pipeline system and build a massive natural gas project as its “big, beautiful twin,” a top administration official […]

Chemical industry seeks exemptions from US pollution rules

April 12, 2025 Matthew Daly

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Industry groups representing hundreds of chemical and petrochemical manufacturers are seeking blanket exemptions from federal requirements to reduce emissions of toxic chemicals such as mercury, arsenic and benzene. The request by the […]