Western States in Open Combat Over Coal, ‘Woke’ Renewables Push

By Tripp Baltz Several Western states are facing off this spring over the future of their power production, an escalating war of words...

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MEIC’s statement about NorthWestern Energy’s new gas plant in Laurel

MEIC is incredibly disappointed by NorthWestern Energy’s lack of foresight to incorporate more renewable energy into its portfolio. We...

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Revive Ban on Federal Coal Leasing, States, Groups Urge Court

By Maya Earls The Trump administration improperly restarted the federal coal leasing program without adequate environmental review and...

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Environmental Groups Head to Court Against Biden Administration’s Defense of Federal Coal Leasing

GREAT FALLS, Mont.— Tribal and environmental groups filed their opening brief today challenging the Biden...

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Opponents call for veto of Montana gravel mining bill

By Chad Sokol, Daily Interlake Environmentalists and neighborhood advocates are calling on Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte to veto a bill that...

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Rosebud mine owner, union ask for veto on Colstrip fuel source bill

By Arren Kimbel-Sannit The mining company that supplies the Colstrip power plant with coal is requesting that Gov. Greg Gianforte veto...

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Environmental groups launch new lawsuits on nationwide system used to permit pipelines

By Renée Jean, Williston Herald Environmental groups are taking aim at Nationwide Permit No. 12, a streamlined permit that has been used...

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This blanket permit makes it easier to build pipelines. Advocates are suing to stop it.

By Alexandria Herr Environmental advocacy groups are taking the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to court over a permit that’s crucial for...

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Electric Vehicle Fees Jump Under MT Measure

By Eric Tegethoff, Public News Service HELENA, Mont. — Legislation in Montana that will create some of the highest registration fees...

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Legacy of pollution blocks prospects for future gold mine near Fort Belknap

By David Murray, Great Falls Tribune Officials representing the tribes of the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation are continuing their efforts...

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