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Keen for a Revival, the Nuclear Industry Eyes the Stimulus Package
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- January 7, 2009
The final bill could be a key indicator of whether Obama's "green jobs" pledge includes nuclear energy.
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For Stimulus, Is Obama Mulling Creating a New Conservation Corps?
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- January 2, 2009
Several groups are pushing Obama to create new jobs by rebuilding America's national parks.
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Wading Through Bush's Last-Minute Flurry of Energy and Environmental Regulations
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 31, 2008
In its final weeks, the Bush administration issues a set of rules that tend to favor business.
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Ethanol Questions Fuel a Pushback Over Regulation Changes
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 26, 2008
Producers are eager to raise ethanol levels, but some groups say that may not be such a good idea.
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How the Obama Stimulus Plan May Help Environmental Projects
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 24, 2008
Government spending will aim to boost the economy and advance an array of green efforts.
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Choosing Lisa Jackson to Head EPA, Obama Goes With Veteran Regulator
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 16, 2008
The former head of New Jersey's EPA, Jackson has a reputation for pragmatic compromises.
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As Obama's Energy Chief, Steven Chu Likely to Shift Agency's Focus to Renewables
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 16, 2008
The Nobel Prize-winning scientist has championed research into energy efficiency and solar power.
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'Reasonable' Progress on Climate Change Talks but Long Road Ahead, Says U.N. Official
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 15, 2008
A key United Nations official calls for more political engagement in global effort to reduce emissions.
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Obama's Energy and Environment Team Includes a Nobel Laureate, Veteran Regulators
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 11, 2008
The president-elect is expected to appoint Steven Chu, who runs a national lab, as energy secretary.
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EPA's Efforts to Curb Air Pollution in Limbo
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 10, 2008
A federal court ruling that struck down key regulations has stymied plans to reduce emissions.
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At Global Climate Change Talks, Optimistic Eyes Look Ahead to an Obama Administration
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 5, 2008
The president-elect is not at the talks, but many hope he will reverse Bush's record on carbon limits.
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New EPA Rules Do Little to Protect Water Quality, Despite Bush Administration Claims
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 4, 2008
The guidelines are aimed at clarifying a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Clean Water Act.
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Obama Likely to Boost Water Quality Rules After Years of Lax Regulation
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- December 1, 2008
A combination of Bush administration actions and Supreme Court decisions have weakened regulations.
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Environmental Groups Hope Obama Will Rebuild EPA After Bush Years
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 25, 2008
After eight years of watching environmental regulations being dismantled, they have a long wish list.
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Obama Under Pressure Over Role of Ethanol in Energy Policy
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 21, 2008
Environmental groups are unhappy with his support of corn-based ethanol during the campaign.
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America's Best Leaders: Amory Lovins, Energy Scientist
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 19, 2008
For this bright light in the field of alternative energy, it's all about efficiency.
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On Climate Change, Environmental Groups Want Obama to Reverse Troubled Bush Legacy
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 19, 2008
After eight years in the cold, environmentalists hope the next White House will be friendlier.
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Environmental Groups' Wish List for Obama: Curb Offshore Oil Drilling
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 18, 2008
The incoming president is already under pressure to reverse several Bush administration policies.
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Bush Energy Officials Helping to Ensure a Smooth Transition for President-Elect Obama
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 13, 2008
Officials have been working since early 2008 to ensure a smooth transition for the new administration.
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For an Energy Boomtown in Colorado, Heady Days Bring Growth and Anxiety
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 13, 2008
The town of Rifle is buoyed by a surge in natural gas drilling, but it can't forget the last oil bust.
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The Behind-the-Scenes Struggle Over Ethanol
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 11, 2008
Obama supports biofuels, but competing interests are fighting over the course of ethanol policy.
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Behind Obama's Victory: Women Open Up a Record Marriage Gap
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 5, 2008
Unmarried women voted for Obama by a massive 70 to 29 percent.
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Barack Obama Wins Colorado
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 4, 2008
Obama ended the Republican Party's decade-and-a-half hold on the American West.
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Suburban Voters Help Barack Obama in North Carolina
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 4, 2008
McCain leads in North Carolina.
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In Florida, Glitches Leave Thousands of Unscanned Ballots Piling Up, Warns Watchdog
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- November 4, 2008
Nonpartisan group says that ballots are being stuffed into lockboxes and duffel bags.
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