Rachael HambyinWestwiseWhat’s behind the increasing interest in carbon capture in the West?Carbon capture has been gaining momentum across the country, and recent federal-level investments are driving increased interest and…Sep 12Sep 12
Rachael HambyinWestwiseThe Energy Permitting Reform Act: A wolf in sheep’s clothingPermitting reform bill is a thinly-veiled rollback of popular and common-sense oil and gas reformsJul 24Jul 24
Rachael HambyinWestwise2024 Western States Legislative Wrap-upOver the past five months, state legislatures in Western states have been engaged in a dizzying flurry of legislative activity. Given the…Jun 27Jun 27
Rachael HambyinWestwise2024 State Legislative Debrief: ColoradoColorado’s state legislature meets annually for sessions not to exceed 120 days, during which any topics may be covered. Giving Utah…Jun 20Jun 20
Rachael HambyinWestwiseWhy the Russian uranium ban won’t — and shouldn’t — lead to more uranium mining in the U.S.Uranium mining and milling has been dormant in the United States for decades, but after years of aggressive advocacy, mining companies are…May 31May 31
Rachael HambyinWestwise2024 State Legislative Debrief: IdahoIdaho’s state legislature meets annually for regular sessions that generally last 75–90 days, though there is no specific requirement…May 7May 7
Rachael HambyinWestwiseFish passage projects continue to benefit Western communitiesAcross the United States, outdated structures such as culverts and dams prevent fish and other aquatic and terrestrial species from…Apr 30Apr 30
Rachael HambyinWestwise2024 State Legislative Debrief: WyomingWyoming’s state legislature alternates between a 40-day general session in odd-numbered years and a 20-day budget session in even-numbered…Apr 24Apr 24