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EPA Moves to Protect Little Colorado River from Uranium Mine Waste

Exposure to uranium contamination has been linked to elevated cancer rates, kidney disease, and other serious health conditions.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 29, 2025
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The project reflects a broader recognition that uranium’s legacy isn’t just historical—it’s a present-day public health and environmental justice issue.


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Report: U.S. Utilities Flunk Climate Test as Gas Expansion Outpaces Clean Energy Plans

The Sierra Club handed out an overall grade of “F” on climate performance..
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 29, 2025
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The scorecard paints a sobering picture: U.S. utilities are not just stalling on climate progress — they’re moving backward.


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‘Mine, Baby, Mine’: Trump’s Coal Comeback Plan Raises Eyebrows

The new initiative includes opening 13.1 million acres of federal land for mining.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 29, 2025
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The new initiative includes opening 13.1 million acres of federal land for mining.


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Construction Firm is Ordered to Clean Up Wastewater Discharges into Cane Garden Bay

Chitolie Trucking Service, LLC must come into compliance with the Clean Water Act after violations
John Oldani
John Oldani
September 29, 2025
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EPA and DPNR will monitor Chitolie’s adherence and ensure it meets its obligations under the Clean Water Act. 



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EPA’s Proposal to End GHG Reporting Sparks Backlash from Carbon Capture Industry

“It is not an understatement,” says coalition chief, as $77B in projects hang in the balance.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 29, 2025
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With the EPA’s public comment period set at 47 days post-publication in the Federal Register, stakeholders now have a narrow window to push back.


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Can an AI-Guided Robot Help a California City Resist Sea Level Rise and Sequester Carbon?

Jennifer Ugwa
September 28, 2025
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A San Rafael startup proposed a sci-fi solution to raise areas facing the twin threats of land subsidence and sea level rise. Some officials and experts are skeptical.


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EPA OKs Arizona’s Request for Primary Enforcement of Underground Injection Wells

Arizona enforcement of the six classes of injection wells effective Oct. 15, 2025
J.J. Smith
September 28, 2025
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The EPA’s approval of Arizona’s underground injection control (UIC) program primacy application will allow Arizona’s Department of Environmental Quality to authorize underground injection for all underground injection wells.


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REalloys Secures Major Rare Earth Supply Deal with St George Mining

Alliance boosts U.S. rare earth supply with Brazil’s Araxá Project.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 26, 2025
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With projects like Araxá gaining momentum, and with companies investing across the entire value chain, the mining industry is no longer just digging—it’s building.


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EPA Pledges $3 Million to Tackle Lead in Tribal Drinking Water Systems

The funding supports three projects that focus on removing aging infrastructure.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 26, 2025
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While challenges remain, these investments represent a coordinated effort to address decades of underinvestment and build a more equitable water future.


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Energy Secretary Chris Wright’s European Tour

U.S. Energy Chief Pushes for Nuclear and Gas Cooperation, Faces Mixed Reactions
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
September 26, 2025
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Supporters view Wright’s tour as a reassertion of American energy leadership at a time of rising global instability.


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