The Energy and Natural Resources Committee is set to vote on legislation by Energy & Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin and ranking member John Barrasso, aimed to revamp the nation’s energy permitting system and bolster the electric grid. The legislation includes provisions to expand the grid and streamlight permitting for certain projects, but also mandates on oil and gas leases, and liquefied natural gas export permits. The League of Conservation Voters has objected to the LNG provisions, which they argue are dangerous and environmentally damaging. The bill also includes a 90-day deadline for the Department of Energy to make a national interest determination. Despite political headwinds, advocates and many lawmakers believe momentum from the bill is real despite election-year political issues.

Solar Dominates US Energy Capacity Growth
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published data showing that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating







