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Renewable Mandates Drive Up Energy Prices, Gates Shifts Stance

11/29/2025

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Berkeley's Lawrence Laboratory finds states with renewable mandates face higher energy prices than competitive markets.
New York and New Jersey have approved natural gas pipelines after years of opposition.
Bill Gates shifted his climate stance, saying it is no longer a serious threat.
The change aligns with a broader trend of reduced climate coverage and a narrative losing traction.

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Story summary

Berkeley's Lawrence Laboratory finds states with renewable mandates face higher energy prices than competitive markets.
New York and New Jersey have approved natural gas pipelines after years of opposition.
Bill Gates shifted his climate stance, saying it is no longer a serious threat.
The change aligns with a broader trend of reduced climate coverage and a narrative losing traction.