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The bipartisan energy permitting bill gaining momentum in the Senate could help President Joe Biden’s clean energy goals, but it could also put Vice President Kamala Harris in a tough spot with environmental activists. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down why Harris may face a permitting predicament in the next couple months. Plus, China is suing the European Union at the World Trade Organization over the bloc putting tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles.For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energyJosh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The corporate world is expected to have a smaller-than-usual presence at this year’s global climate talks due to a confluence of factors: Donald Trump, the host country Azerbaijan, and numerous logistical challenges. Sara Schonhardt from POLITICO’s E&E News breaks down why the corporate presence likely won’t be as strong this year, and what that means for global efforts to fight climate change. Plus, the Energy Department says it has conditionally committed to a $1.45 billion loan guarantee for solar manufacturer Qcells to open a facility in Georgia.For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energySara Schonhardt is an international climate reporter for E&E News.Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The top Republican position on the influential House Energy and Commerce Committee is up for grabs next Congress, and the race could have a big impact on the future of President Joe Biden’s climate agenda. POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down with Kentucky GOP Rep. Brett Guthrie, who is a leading contender in that race. They discuss Guthrie’s energy stances, his vision for that committee, and if he will follow through on GOP threats to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act.For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energyJosh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who Vice President Kamala Harris selected as her running mate, could help Democrats with their energy and climate messaging, which the party views as a key part of the 2024 campaign. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down Walz’s energy record, what he could bring to the ticket, and potential criticisms he might face from Republicans. Plus, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit once again ruled that FERC did not go far enough in assessing the environmental impacts of two major liquefied natural gas projects in Texas.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energyCatherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Biden administration’s manufacturing and environmental justice goals are clashing in Pennsylvania, a crucial swing state, because of a proposed plastics recycling facility. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down why this project is so controversial and how the administration is trying to navigate those tensions. Plus, the Biden administration is appealing a Louisiana federal court decision that stopped its pause on issuing new liquefied natural gas export permits. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energyJordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO.Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and his administration are set to fight legal challenges against their landmark environmental justice law, which aims to protect millions of state residents in low-income areas and communities of color from heavy industrial pollution. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down the legal dispute and how it could be a major setback for residents and the Murphy administration. Plus, Chevron, the second-largest oil company in the country, says it will move its corporate headquarters from California to Texas. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Ry Rivard covers energy, the environment and transportation in New Jersey for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, a major permitting reform bill authored by Sens. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) cleared its first hurdle in a Senate committee. But the legislation still faces a difficult path forward during an election year. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down what’s in the bill and the challenges ahead. Plus, Senate appropriators unanimously advanced a $61.47 billion bill to fund the Energy Department and federal water infrastructure programs for the next fiscal year. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some Democratic allies are calling on Vice President Kamala Harris to select Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro as her running mate to ease concerns from the fossil fuel industry and its workers, many of whom are in labor groups. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Jordan Wolman discuss how Shapiro could potentially help the Harris campaign from an energy and political perspective in Pennsylvania. Plus, the Senate Energy Committee advanced the permitting package authored by Chair Joe Manchin and top Republican John Barrasso.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Around the world, a mix of like-minded governments, diplomats and organizations are quietly preparing a global climate strategy in case Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidential election. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down this global effort and the Biden administration’s role in it. Plus, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is delaying the implementation of tariff increases on Chinese electric vehicles and other goods that were due to take effect tomorrow.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelsey Tamborrino, a political journalist specializing in energy and environmental issues, joins Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss the potential fallout from a Trump presidency on Biden's climate agenda. They explore how Trump's promises to dismantle clean energy initiatives may face legal roadblocks. The conversation also highlights Harris's stance on fracking and the complexities of navigating climate policy in light of leadership changes. Their insights shed light on the intricate dynamics shaping America’s energy future.