Bankruptcy Judge to Rule on March 3 on Blackjewel Settlement for Wyoming MinersBankruptcy Judge to Rule on March 3 on Blackjewel Settlement for Wyoming MinersAccording to the proposed settlement, two main categories in this case apply under bankruptcy law.Tom MortonTom Morton
Wyoming Wind Energy Capacity Nearly Doubled, Report SaysWyoming Wind Energy Capacity Nearly Doubled, Report SaysA significant portion of the development was led by Wyoming’s largest utility, Rocky Mountain Power.Associated PressAssociated Press
Biden Environmental Challenge: Filling Vacant Scientist JobsBiden Environmental Challenge: Filling Vacant Scientist JobsThe loss of scientists who left during the Trump administration is hampering enforcing rules against polluters and finishing vital climate research.Associated PressAssociated Press
Bureau of Land Management Approves Routes for Wyoming CO2 PipelinesBureau of Land Management Approves Routes for Wyoming CO2 PipelinesInterior Secretary David Bernhardt signed the plans on Jan. 15.Associated PressAssociated Press
Oil Companies Lock in Drilling, Challenging Biden on ClimateOil Companies Lock in Drilling, Challenging Biden on ClimatePermit stockpiling has centered on oil-rich federal lands in New Mexico and Wyoming.Associated PressAssociated Press
BLM Approves 5,000-Well Oil and Gas Field in Converse CountyBLM Approves 5,000-Well Oil and Gas Field in Converse CountyA previous government study noted that the project calls for exemptions to operate in sage grouse and raptor habitat.Associated PressAssociated PressTom MortonTom Morton
PacifiCorp Foundation Awards Grants to Wyoming NonprofitsPacifiCorp Foundation Awards Grants to Wyoming NonprofitsThe Nicolaysen Art Museum received two grants from the PacifiCorp Foundation.Tom MortonTom Morton
Study: Oil and Gas Leasing, Drilling Ban Could Cost Wyoming MillionsStudy: Oil and Gas Leasing, Drilling Ban Could Cost Wyoming MillionsThe 2020 Legislature paid for the study came from a one-time appropriation, but about half of it was not spent.Tom MortonTom Morton
Montana High Court Upholds Block on Mining Near YellowstoneMontana High Court Upholds Block on Mining Near YellowstoneLucky Minerals has been seeking to explore for gold, copper and other metals just north of Yellowstone near Chico.Associated PressAssociated Press
Trump Plans Would Ease Protections for Sage Grouse in the WestTrump Plans Would Ease Protections for Sage Grouse in the WestThe ground-dwelling greater sage grouse is at the center of a bitter conflict between the administration and conservationists.Associated PressAssociated Press