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MY TOP THREE PLANNING STORIES OF THE WEEK ?????? My selection of planning stories from the w/c 4 November below. 1.???Secretary of State calls-in applications for 8,400 dwelling development The two planning applications, relating to a development in Kent, were called in by the Secretary of State shortly before the development was to be considered by Swale Borough Council’s planning committee with recommendations for refusal. The two applications in question were validated by the Council towards the end of 2022. The officer reports for the applications included proposed reasons for refusal (across both applications) relating to ecology, heritage, development in the countryside, landscape and visual impact, impact on the Kent Downs National Landscape, ancient woodland and trees, archaeology, transport, air quality, noise and the absence of a planning obligation. A statement from the vice chair of the Council’s planning committee revealed that the Council had only been notified of the decision to call in the applications less than three hours before the meeting of the Council’s planning committee. 2.???Case on nutrient neutrality granted permission to proceed to the Supreme Court This week the Supreme Court granted permission for C G Fry to appeal to the Supreme Court. The case concerns whether appropriate assessment under the Habitats Regulations can be required at the discharge of conditions stage in relation to development in respect of which planning permission has already been granted. A hearing date is awaited. 3.???Clean Power 2030 report published The National Energy System Operator’s report looks to advise on how clean power can be achieved by 2030. The report summarises that clean power by 2030 “will only be met by doing things differently, by prioritising pace over perfection and by working together across the industry towards a shared vision” and would need an investment programme averaging ￡40 billion or more annually. The report finds that flexibility of demand and supply will be key and that there will be no path to clean power without mass deployment of offshore wind (of double the highest rate ever achieved in Great Britain), together with onshore wind and solar. Two pathways are explained in the report. One of these is “new dispatch” which looks at growth in renewables and deployment of new low carbon dispatchable power (CCS and hydrogen) alongside highest nuclear capacity. The other is “further flex and renewables” which includes the highest levels of societal engagement with higher residential and industrial demand flexibility and more storage, together with fast deployment of renewables (with 50GW of offshore wind) but no new dispatchable power. #planning #nutrientneutrality #top3

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $41 million to the National Marine Energy Centers (NMECs) to support marine energy research and development. This funding, including $36 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will fuel over 30 R&D projects across 9 universities. https://lnkd.in/gztRPu9W Marine energy—capturing power from waves, tides, and currents—holds huge potential, with U.S. waters offering nearly 60% of the nation’s total power generation capacity. These advancements could significantly impact remote coastal and island communities relying on expensive fossil fuels. #CleanEnergy #MarineEnergy #DOE #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability

Excited to Announce the Just & Clean Energy Future - State Implementation Accelerator to support collaborating state partners committed to maximizing the benefits and impact of IRA/BIL federal funding! Interested in learning more? Register for the Info Session on Tues, May 21 @ 1PM ET | 10AM PST - here https://lnkd.in/eEA4m_dR The information session will include?an overview of the Accelerator and?remarks from the White House and federal agency teams implementing federal clean energy & infrastructure investments as part of the Invest in America Agenda The Accelerator will support 3-5 states?that have been awarded funds from key Invest in America programs within?the?Inflation Reduction Act?(IRA),?Bipartisan Infrastructure Law?(BIL/IIJA), and?Justice40-covered programs. Prioritizing funds?that?incorporate an equity analysis and implementation strategies specifically for low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDAC), and?all federal investments across one or more of the following seven areas: climate change, clean energy and energy efficiency, clean transit, affordable and sustainable housing, training and workforce development, remediation and reduction of legacy pollution, and the development of critical clean water and wastewater infrastructure.

???????? Delighted to share this brand new article on the development of offshore wind policy in Maine. Lin Ostrom would have been particularly happy about my developing research engagements in the state. Fantastic to have the assistance and co-authorship of Hyun Lee [Class of '24 Northeastern University] Red-green coalition democratizes Maine's offshore wind energy policymaking [Open Access, thanks to Brandeis University library funds; access via the link below] #EnergyDemocracy #RenewableEnergy #JustTransition #OffshoreWind #Maine "This article presents research findings on how Maine's red-green coalition made of diverse social constituencies – labor unions, environmental groups, and climate advocates – presented a more democratic alternative. By utilizing the method of exploratory process tracing, we show how the coalition intervened to shape policymaking on offshore wind development. Our research shows that this success is due to the Maine coalition's ability to draw on cross-scale political resources, undertake multi-pronged campaigns to challenge the beneficiaries of the status quo, and to develop negotiated policy solutions acceptable to key constituencies. This research contributes new policy and scholarly insights about the conditions under which the efforts to promote a just and sustainable energy transition advance the goals of energy democracy." https://lnkd.in/ep2-tPj5

CRES sent a?letter?to U.S. House and Senate leadership urging immediate passage of the Reinvesting In Shoreline Economies and Ecosystems Act?(RISEE Act)?before the 118th Congress adjourns. The legislation is led by Senators Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.). The RISEE Act, which the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources advanced with?strong bipartisan support, promotes energy development while mitigating the impacts of climate change by making our coastal communities more resilient and creating opportunities for clean energy development. During this lame duck session, we urge Congress to seize this opportunity to pass the RISEE Act as a critical component of our nation’s all-of-the-above energy and environmental strategy. This bipartisan legislation represents a meaningful step toward strengthening America’s energy independence, fostering economic growth and building climate-resilient coastal communities. https://lnkd.in/e_T92rer

This week I had the privilege of participating in the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, where I witnessed first hand the exciting advancements in the state's energy transition. Alaska, the largest state in the U.S.(2.5 times the size of Texas!), is home to over 200 native tribes, vast mineral resources, and the world's third largest cargo port in Anchorage. The state's energy transition is gaining momentum with groundbreaking legislation. The "Hole Bill" (HB50) incentivizes carbon capture, leveraging Alaska's vast sequestration capacity. The "Tree Bill" (HB49) creates carbon credits for forest lands, another Alaska advantage. These bills not only pave the way for a cleaner energy future but also create jobs and enhance energy security. Siemens Energy can help Alaska in its ambitions by offering cutting edge technology and its expertise. For instance, AI driven software tools can help optimize energy management and improve efficiency of the state’s power plants. Exciting times for sustainable growth in the Last Frontier! #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Alaska #AI https://lnkd.in/gtbARDFx Clay Koplin Jay Byam Erin Searcy Sam Enoka Martin Tartibi Dr. Janarthanan V. Nythruva Rich Voorberg Daniel Morell Mike Dunleavy

A useful read for a branch of law that goes from crawling to walking in Türkiye.

Last year’s environmental and operational achievements, including rail-related infrastructural projects to boost capacity, plus this year’s goals were highlighted during the recent State of the Port addresses in California: https://lnkd.in/eRsHUwXq

Academic, policy, and industry professionals explore energy transition business obstacles and opportunities at 8th Annual North American Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Conference https://loom.ly/RhK1rw4 #instaenergy #exploreenergy #HoustonLaw #WeAreHoustonLaw

Offshore wind power along California’s coast is closer than ever to being cost-competitive with other energy sources, offering economic and environmental benefits. A new #USC-led study highlights the potential of this untapped resource to create jobs, reduce pollution, and help the state achieve its clean energy goals—despite barriers like infrastructure challenges and a temporary federal moratorium on new projects. Learn more about the study by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/gny7bYKa USC Viterbi School of Engineering