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If wind and solar companies disrupt Wyoming’s wildlife, they should have to pay for it, Wyoming state Sen. Larry Hicks says. He’s sponsored a bill calling for energy companies to pay compensation.

Wind, Solar Projects Should Pay For Harming Wyoming Wildlife, Legislator Says

If wind and solar companies disrupt Wyoming’s wildlife, they should have to pay for it, Wyoming state Sen. Larry Hicks says. He’s sponsored a bill calling for energy companies to pay compensation.

Mark HeinzNovember 08, 2025

One of the key metrics holding Powder River Basin oil and gas back is the cost of producing a barrel of oil. But longer laterals in the play have driven the average cost down to $55 per barrel and closer to $50, which would unlock more production.

Powder River Basin Inches Closer To $50 A Barrel Oil, Unlocking New Potential

One of the key metrics holding Powder River Basin oil and gas back is the cost of producing a barrel of oil. But longer laterals in the play have driven the average cost down to $55 per barrel and closer to $50, which would unlock more production.

Renée JeanNovember 07, 2025

If Wyoming doesn’t start saving water now, it could get dragged into federal court battles over Colorado River water rights, state officials told lawmakers.

Wyoming May Force Water Cuts As Colorado River Crisis Deepens

With tensions building over the dwindling Colorado River water supply, Wyoming needs to make some tough decisions, state officials told lawmakers Thursday. That could include incentivizing farmers and ranchers to cut back irrigation along the Green River.

Mark HeinzNovember 07, 2025

Skyrocketing power demand from data and AI centers is reviving calls for more coal-fired electricity and fuels debate about the role of Wyoming coal in the nation’s energy future. Experts say the market has shifted in ways that might still undercut coal. Above is the Dave Johnston coal-fired power plant near Glenrock.

Power-Hungry AI Fuels Debate On Wyoming Coal’s Role In U.S. Energy Future

Skyrocketing power demand from data and AI centers is reviving calls for more coal-fired electricity and fuels debate about the role of Wyoming coal in the nation’s energy future. Experts say the market has shifted in ways that might still undercut coal.

Renée JeanNovember 06, 2025

The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission has found that Kemmerer Natrium project poses “no adverse impact to the environment.” It is the first advanced commercial facility to receive such a distinction.

Nuclear Panel Says Bill Gates-Backed Kemmerer Project Is Environmentally Safe

The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission has found that the Bill Gates-backed Kemmerer Natrium project poses “no adverse impact to the environment.” It is the first advanced commercial facility to receive such a distinction.

Jackson WalkerOctober 29, 2025

When the Dry Fork Station coal-fired power plant was built in 2011, it was designed for expansion. On Monday, the Wyoming Energy Authority and Basin Electric announced it was moving forward with a plan to add a second coal-fired generation station.

Wyoming, Basin Electric Take Step Toward First New Coal Plant In Over A Decade

Wyoming and Basin Electric took a step Monday toward building the first new coal-fired power plant in more than a decade. Adding a second unit to the Dry Fork Station plant near Gillette “is clear proof coal is not dead,” said Gov. Mark Gordon.

David MadisonOctober 27, 2025

A 56-year-old man died Wednesday in a gas well explosion in Fremont County near Jeffrey City. The incident is being investigated to determine what caused the blast.

56-Year-Old Man Dead In Gas Well Explosion Near Jeffrey City

A 56-year-old man died Wednesday in a gas well explosion in Fremont County near Jeffrey City. The incident is being investigated to determine what caused the blast.

Jackson WalkerOctober 23, 2025

The 11-turbine Casper Wind Farm is on its way out. Chevron has sent Natrona County commissioners its decommissioning plan which calls for the physical removal of the turbines next year.

After Two Years Sitting Idle Outside Casper, Wind Farm To Come Down

After sitting idle outside Casper for nearly two years, an 11-turbine Chevron wind farm outside Casper is scheduled to be dismantled starting next year.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 23, 2025

Wyoming's been enjoying a mild autumn with warm temperatures and a lack of snow and cold blasts. That may seem unusual, but it's average, something October hasn't been for several years in Wyomng.

Is It Unusually Warm? Nope, Wyoming Finally Gets A Totally Average October

Wyoming's been enjoying a mild autumn with warm temperatures and a lack of snow and cold blasts. That may seem unusual, but it's average, something October hasn't been for several years in Wyomng.

Andrew RossiOctober 23, 2025

A Casper gravel mining developer has filed a second lawsuit in Natrona County District Court against the Wyoming State Board of Land Commissioners. Prism Logistics was denied the renewal of two Casper Mountain leases by the board earlier this month. Above is Prism's Kyle True and the area of one of the leases.

Gravel Developer Sues State Board Again Over Denial Of Casper Mountain Leases

A Casper gravel mining developer has filed a second lawsuit in Natrona County District Court against the Wyoming State Board of Land Commissioners. Prism Logistics was denied the renewal of two Casper Mountain leases by the board earlier this month.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 16, 2025

Gov. Mark Gordon addresses the Big Sky Bright Future Economic Summit in Bozeman on Thursday.

Gordon Slams 'Ridiculous' Energy Permitting, Says Time To Innovate, Not Regulate

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon slammed "ridiculous" federal energy permitting delays Thursday at a Montana governors summit. He also praised state-backed stable coin and said it's time to innovate, not regulate, energy.

David MadisonOctober 16, 2025

After Radiant Nuclear dumped Wyoming for Tennessee on Monday, questions surround the future of the state’s nuclear industry. Legislators and elected officials are pointing fingers of blame and speculation over the decision. Gov. Mark Gordon and state Sen. Ed Cooper, right, decry losing Radiant, calling legislators opposed to the project "Club No." Two of those are state Reps. Rachel Rodriguez-Willaims and Bill Allemand, left.

Legislators Pointing Fingers Over Radiant Nuclear Killing Wyoming Project

After Radiant Nuclear dumped Wyoming for Tennessee, state lawmakers are left pointing fingers at each other. Some legislators say the state made a catastrophic mistake in not embracing the industry.

David MadisonOctober 14, 2025

Wyoming's rapidly growing data center sector has sparked concerns about rising power bills.

Wyoming’s Data Center Boom Sparks Fears Of Soaring Electric Rates

Wyoming’s growing sector of artificial intelligence and data centers have collectively announced 12.8 gigawatts worth of processing power so far. That has sparked concerns about rising power bills, but not everyone is worried.

Renée JeanOctober 14, 2025

After months of debate and amid regulatory uncertainty in Wyoming, Radiant Nuclear announced Monday that it’s ditching its controversial plan to build nuclear microreactors and store spent fuel in Natrona County.

Radiant Nuclear Picks Tennessee Over Wyoming To Build Nuclear Microreactor Facility

Radiant Nuclear announced Monday afternoon that it will build its first nuclear microreactor manufacturing facility in Tennessee, abandoning plans for the controversial project near Bar Nunn, after months of heated debate over spent nuclear fuel storage.

David MadisonOctober 13, 2025

A disappointing coal lease sale in Montana forced the Trump administration to halt similar plans in Wyoming. The head of Wyoming's mining association said the setback is a minor one for Wyoming, given the future of coal energy in the state. "The market right now is strong," he said.

Feds Halt Wyoming Coal Lease Auction After Montana Sale Disappoints

A disappointing coal lease sale in Montana forced the Trump administration to halt similar plans in Wyoming. The head of Wyoming's mining association said the setback is a minor one for Wyoming, given the future of coal energy in the state. "The market right now is strong," he said.

Jackson WalkerOctober 10, 2025

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Wyoming Tech Startup Aims To Finally Clean Up Cold War Uranium's Deadly Legacy

A Casper company just received the first license of its kind to remediate radioactive uranium mine waste — a "watershed moment" for communities -- like Jeffrey City, Wyoming -- living with contamination since the 1950s.

David MadisonOctober 10, 2025

Snow Lake Resources, a uranium exploration and development company, now owns all of the Powder River Basin's Pine Ridge uranium project, after an acquisition of another company, making Wyoming a bigger player in the nuclear energy game.

Wyoming Bigger Player In Nuclear Energy World With Acquisition In Powder River Basin

Snow Lake Resources, a uranium exploration and development company, now owns all of the Powder River Basin's Pine Ridge uranium project, after an acquisition of another company, making Wyoming a bigger player in the nuclear energy game.

David MadisonOctober 08, 2025

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Green Energy Advocates Debate Whether Trump’s Cuts to Blue States Impact Wyoming 

The Trump administration last week terminated roughly $8 billion worth of renewable energy projects in blue states. Supporters of wind and solar energy initiatives are split on whether the cancellations will impact Wyoming.

Jackson WalkerOctober 07, 2025

The Bureau of Land Management's first major Powder River Basin coal lease sale in a decade will give access of up to 365 million tons of coal in northeast Wyoming. Industry officials say it's past time, while environmental advocates say they’re worried.

365M Tons Of Coal Up In First Major Powder River Basin Lease Sale In A Decade

The Bureau of Land Management's first major Powder River Basin coal lease sale in a decade will give access of up to 365 million tons of coal in northeast Wyoming. Industry officials say it's past time, while environmental advocates say they’re worried.

Jackson WalkerOctober 02, 2025

More than 300 people filed into the Cam-plex Heritage Center Theater on Tuesday night for a presentation from BWXT about its proposed nuclear fuel manufacturing facility in Gillette.

BWXT Pitches Nuclear Fuel Plant In Gillette As Locals Wrestle With Mixed Emotions

BWXT officials promise a $500 million nuclear fuel plant will bring more than 200 jobs to Gillette without creating or storing nuclear waste there. But residents told the company Tuesday they're wrestling with the idea of a nuclear future.

David MadisonOctober 01, 2025

Tuesday morning's STEVE as seen from the Goldeneye Reservoir near Casper. STEVEs are different from auroras, but they are only known to occur during auroras, making them rare to see and photograph.

Aurora Joined By Rare, Super-Hot Band Of Colorful Plasma Across Wyoming Sky

A rare phenomenon called STEVE was seen across Wyoming's dark skies around midnight Tuesday. It's a super-hot streak of plasma that manifests during intense auroras, and several Wyoming photographers got good shots of it.

Andrew RossiSeptember 30, 2025

Exporting Wyoming coal to Asian markets could help the state make up for lost revenues with federal royalty rates dropping from 12.5% to 7%, Gov. Mark Gordon said Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. He also said AI and data centers present huge potential for the state.

Gordon: Coal Exports, Production Boost Could Make Up For Lower Revenues

Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday said exporting Wyoming coal to Asian markets could help the state make up for lost revenues with federal royalty rates dropping from 12.5% to 7%. He also said AI and data centers present huge potential for the state.

David MadisonSeptember 30, 2025

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon with U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and Interrior Secretary Doug Bergum during Monday's announcement of the Trump administration's $625 million investment in coal-fired power plants and production.

Wyoming Cheers As Trump Injects $625M Into U.S. Coal, Opens 13M Acres For Leasing

Wyoming’s coal industry is cheering Monday’s announcement that President Trump’s Department of Energy is injecting $625 million into coal-fired plants and mining. Department of Interior is also opening 13.1 million acres of federal land for coal leases.

Renée JeanSeptember 29, 2025

There's no denying that James Sanderson found articulated bones in a layer of prehistoric soil more 50 million years old. However, a closer look reveals that these mysterious foot bones were in a time period where they don't belong.

Star Valley Man Finds Mysterious Foot Bones In Prehistoric Soil Near Kemmerer

There's no denying that James Sanderson found connected bones in a layer of prehistoric soil more 50 million years old. However, a closer look reveals that these mysterious foot bones were in a time period where they don't belong.

Andrew RossiSeptember 28, 2025

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