Debra K. Rubin

New York

Editor-at-Large at BNP Media

Editor-at-Large at Engineering News-Record (ENR)

Editor-at-Large for global business, management, education + workforce for @ENRnews.

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Articles

Bechtel, Worley Gain Big Awards on Texas, Alaska LNG Projects

1 week ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

U.S. liquefied natural gas producer NextDecade has announced final engineer, procure and construct contracts awarded to Bechtel Energy, totaling about $9 billion, for Trains 4 and 5 at its Rio Grande LNG export facility in Brownsville, Texas. The fixed-price contracts remain valid through Sept. 15, said NextDecade, which also said it expects up to $2 billion in added expenses per train during construction.
Wood Group Extends to June 30 New Deadline for Sidara Purchase Bid

1 week ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

U.K.-based energy and industrial services firm Wood Group on June 12 extended to June 30 a deadline for UAE-based engineer Sidara, formerly Dar Group, to make a new firm acquisition offer or end negotiations. The date is when a waiver of Wood’s lending covenants is due to expire, say media reports sourcing unnamed company managers.
Women Take Their Place to Meet New Construction Challenges

1 week ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

Showcasing determined effort and new-age tools to deliver complex projects and bottom-line returns in an increasingly challenged industry market, women leaders delivered strong messages at the ENR Groundbreaking Women in Construction conference held June 9-10 in San Diego.
Developer Confirms Revival of Northeast Gas Pipeline Projects Totaling $2B

3 weeks ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

Eyeing a shift in federal and state politics, energy developer Williams Cos. is reviving construction of two natural gas pipelines from Pennsylvania to New Jersey and New York that were cancelled in 2020 and 2024 after being unable to obtain needed state permits. The actions on the projects, which have investments totaling about $2 billion, follow recent discussions between the Trump administration and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul that related to energy infrastructure in the state.
Developer Confirms Revival of Northeast Gas Line Projects Totaling $2B

3 weeks ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

Eyeing a shift in federal and state politics, energy developer Williams Cos. is reviving construction of two natural gas pipelines from Pennsylvania to New Jersey and New York that were cancelled in 2020 and 2024 after being unable to obtain needed state permits. The actions on the projects, which have investments totaling about $2 billion, follow recent discussions between the Trump administration and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul that related to energy infrastructure in the state.
Trump Admin Pushes Rule to Reverse Mandate to Cut Fossil-fuel Power Plant Emissions

4 weeks ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

The Trump administration announced several new actions in recent days to boost fossil fuel power generation in the U.S., particularly from coal-fired plants. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency confirmed to media on May 24 that it is drafting a proposed regulation to eliminate all current restrictions on greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas-fired power plants, set to be published in the Federal Register after federal agencies' review.
Trump Admin Reverses Shutdown Of $5B NY Empire Wind Project Work

1 month ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

The Trump administration has lifted an April 16 stop-work order for ongoing construction of the estimated $5-billion Empire Wind offshore wind project off New York, according to a May 20 announcement by its Norwegian developer, Equinor ASA. “Construction can now resume …which underscores our commitment to deliver energy while supporting local economies and creating jobs,” firm CEO Anders Opedal said.
Trump Reverses Shutdown of $5B NY Empire Wind Project Work

1 month ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

The Trump administration has lifted an April 16 stop-work order for ongoing construction of the estimated $5-billion Empire Wind offshore wind project off New York, according to a May 20 announcement by its Norwegian developer, Equinor ASA. “Construction can now resume …which underscores our commitment to deliver energy while supporting local economies and creating jobs,” firm CEO Anders Opedal said.
Developer Equinor Pushes Back on Trump Admin Halt of $5B NY Offshore Wind Project

1 month ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

Top executives of Norway-based energy developer Equinor are responding strongly—with a lawsuit against the government possible—after the Trump administration halted construction of the estimated $5-billion Empire Wind offshore wind energy project off New York’s coast, citing a need for further “review” of the fully permitted project.
Farewell to DC Bureau Chief Tom Ichniowski: ENR's Government Eyes and Ears

2 months ago | enr.com | Debra K. Rubin

This year’s momentous changes and unprecedented uncertainty in federal governance is another reminder of the importance to ENR’s audience of the magazine’s Washington, D.C., coverage. Washington Bureau Chief and veteran journalist Tom Ichniowski, who has provided steady expertise in his “inside the Beltway” reporting for ENR, and other publications, for more than four decades, has decided to retire.