JD Supra Environment & Energy

Court Rulings Affirm Agency Procedural Safeguards for Climate Infrastructure Funds

Federal courts have ruled that agencies must follow procedural requirements when administering climate infrastructure funds. Decisions in Washington and D.C. invalidated agency actions that froze EV-charging funding and terminated DOE grants based on political affiliation, impacting billions in infrastructure projects.

Renewable Market Distress: Preserving Value and Capturing Opportunity

Sheppard Mullin LLP hosted a panel discussing distress in the renewable energy market due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Panelists warned of potential capital shortfalls and advised proactive contingency planning for project developers and investors facing valuation shifts.

Offshore Wind Projects Successfully Challenge BOEM Suspension Orders

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued suspension orders for five offshore wind projects, citing national security concerns. Developers successfully challenged these orders in court, obtaining preliminary injunctions by February 2, 2026, arguing the suspensions were arbitrary and capricious.

FEMA FY 2024-2025 BRIC Grant Funding Opportunity Released

FEMA has released the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the FY 2024-2025 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program, making $1 billion available for hazard mitigation. The program has narrowed eligible activities to focus on infrastructure and construction projects, with new compliance requirements for applicants. Applications are due July 23, 2026.