Baker Botts Partner, Michael Harrison, delves into the drive to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (NZE). P2N0 highlights major global news items in concise summaries, with a focus on policy changes and project advancements.

Baker Botts Partner, Michael Harrison, delves into the drive to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (NZE).

Baker Botts Partner, Michael Harrison, delves into the drive to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (NZE).

ExxonMobil recently announced plans to build cleaner natural gas power plants specifically for data centers, marking a significant milestone in the energy industry's response to surging demand for data center power.

The U.S. energy horizon is heralding a seismic shift, according to a recent Canary Media report that digs into new estimates from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

EY's Institutional Investor Survey has some interesting insights. Seems clear that there are very different views on risk out there.

During Baker Botts' 39th Annual Environmental, Safety & Incident Response Seminar on January 28, 2026, Partner Julie Cress moderated a panel covering "Insights on EPA Priorities & Recent Actions"...

On November 12, 2025, the Railroad Commission of Texas ("RRC") and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") announced that EPA had granted...

On May 8, 2025, the U.S. Treasury Department announced its intent to launch a Fast Track Pilot Program designed to streamline the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States ("CFIUS") review process for certain foreign investors.

It's not swimming pool weather yet, but here's another one – companies looking to license and monetize patent portfolios relating to energy transition technologies are starting to pop up more often, and their scope of targets is wide.

Since serving as a Federal Circuit clerk, Michael Hawes has monitored that court's precedential opinions and prepares a deeply outlined index by subject matter (invalidity, infringement, claim construction, etc.) of relevant legal points - in order to assist clients seeking to identify recent law relevant to a particular problem.

Since serving as a Federal Circuit clerk, Michael Hawes has monitored that court's precedential opinions and prepares a deeply outlined index by subject matter (invalidity, infringement, claim construction, etc.)...

New York City's latest proposal to adjust its pension fund investment strategy reflects a broader institutional pivot toward long-term sustainability and climate resilience.

Given the rise of AI and other data-hungry technology applications, the future of the digital economy may hinge on companies being able to purchase or generate enough power to keep the lights on at their data centers.

Signaling a willingness to provide clear guidance and a more friendly approach to the cryptocurrency industry, on July 1, 2025, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Corporation Finance issued a statement ...

HB 149 seeks to regulate the ethical use of now ubiquitous artificial intelligence while promoting (rather than inhibiting) innovation in the sector.

The SEC is hosting another four roundtables over the next few weeks to accelerate the adoption of crypto into traditional finance.

The rise of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents lawyers with powerful tools and tactical advantages to streamline many aspects of their practice.

The recent suspected sabotage of the BCS East-West link fiber optic cable highlighted the challenge of protecting underwater cables from both malicious and negligent actors.

While AI has been the hot topic in terms of investment capital, blockchain deals have quietly (or loudly depending on your circle) taken in a surge in VC capital.