A crack in Texas’ mishmash groundwater regulatory framework is allowing a water company to pump a huge amount of water from underneath Hays County with virtually no oversight.
Energy
In-depth reporting on oil, gas, renewable power, and policies shaping the future of energy in Texas from The Texas Tribune.
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Energy
A Debate Over Fracking and Local Control
After Denton voters decided to ban fracking, other Texas cities could weigh similar moves. Legislators are expected to look at ways to avoid a city-by-city fight over drilling regulations. This is the fourth video in our eight-part State of Mind series.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 23, 2015
More news reports are highlighting growing questions about 21CT’s activity at various state agencies.
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Energy
Fired TCEQ Investigator: Law Firm Triggered Dismissal
A former Texas environmental investigator says he tried to blow the whistle on his employer. But instead of helping him, he said, a high-profile Texas law firm tattled on him, leading to his dismissal.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 20, 2015
Festivities are the order of the day as the state’s newest governor and lieutenant governor are sworn in.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 19, 2015
With Rick Perry and David Dewhurst leaving town, the spotlight shines fully this week on incoming Gov. Greg Abbott.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 16, 2015
Gov. Rick Perry’s formal farewell Thursday afternoon to the state Legislature dominated headlines with writers trying to discern from his speech what the future holds for him.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 15, 2015
Gov. Rick Perry will close the door on 30 years of state government work with a farewell address Thursday afternoon to the Legislature.
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Energy
Obama’s Methane Plan: Why It Matters for Texas
On Wednesday, the Obama administration announced another major plan to combat climate change that aims to slash emissions of methane gas in the next decade by almost a half. Here’s why that’s a big deal for Texas.
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New in Trib+Water: Little Relief for Edwards Aquifer
In this week’s edition of the Trib+Water newsletter: an easing drought is not yet providing relief for the Edwards Aquifer, Marvin Nichols reservoir stays in state water plan and an interview with Greg Flores of the San Antonio Water System.
