The IRA contains a provision called the “production tax credit” (PTC) that allows taxpayers to deduct a percentage of the cost of renewable energy systems from their federal taxes, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
For everyday citizens, the EPA’s Brownfields work represents more than cleanup—it’s about reclaiming community spaces, creating safer neighborhoods, and opening doors to new job opportunities.
The EPA says the modification to the construction general permit (CGP) expands the list of areas covered by CGP rules to include construction projects in all “lands of exclusive federal jurisdiction,” which are defined as lands in the U.S. where the federal government retains exclusive jurisdiction in relevant respects.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed two high-profile agreements on energy cooperation and critical minerals, coinciding with President Trump’s announcement of a $600 billion Saudi investment pledge.