Daily on Energy: Quote of the week, big changes in California, and nuclear has near-perfect reliability

Daily on Energy: Quote of the week, big changes in California, and nuclear has near-perfect reliability


WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY: Good afternoon and happy Friday, Daily on Energy readers! Just three days remain before it is officially autumn! But who’s counting?

As we wrap up another week, today’s newsletter takes a closer look at California’s renewed acceptance of fossil fuels in order to bring down energy costs in the state. 

Nuclear energy dominated over the summer, with one utility reporting that its nuclear power plants had near-perfect reliability despite seeing extreme temperatures and record-breaking levels of humidity. 

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Keep reading to catch up on the notable energy- and environment- related nominees that were confirmed by the Senate yesterday afternoon after Republicans changed the rules to get around Democrats. 

Welcome to Daily on Energy, written by Washington Examiner energy and environment writers Callie Patteson (@CalliePatteson)

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