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Plus: A New Year's Eve blackout, Gonzalez sworn in, energy czar named, Granholm's warning, and $1.2B for renewables.
Jillian Melero
January 28, 2025
Residents gather under leaning power lines at sunset, symbolizing Puerto Rico’s New Year’s Eve blackout and the ongoing struggles with its fragile power grid.
(Generated by Jillian Melero with DallE ∙ Jan. 27, 2025)
January 2025 has been a year already, with executive orders, actions, and appointments coming fast and furious. There’s a lot to keep up with, so let’s get to it.
🖊️ Trump’s Energy Orders – Shifts in U.S. energy policy from the new administration.
🔌 The NYE Blackout – Puerto Rico’s widespread New Year’s Eve power outage.
👩⚖️ González Sworn In – Gov. Jenniffer González Colón takes office after the blackout, promising immediate action on energy.
⚙️ Energy Czar Named – The governor appoints Josué Colón to oversee the island's power crisis management.
👋🏼Granholm’s Final Official Visit – Biden’s Energy Secretary bids farewell with a warning.
💸 $1.2 Billion for Renewables – The U.S. commits more funding for renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico.