Thursday, November 12, 2009

energy policy

Can Natural Gas Break Our Oil Habit?

It is cleaner and more abundant, but it won't free America from foreign energy. more >>

Iran Buoyed by Nuclear Plant Test Run

Tehran exults after test, saying its nuclear facility could come online in a matter of months. more >>

Are the Government's Energy Statistics Reliable Enough?

Everyone relies on Energy Department numbers, but experts say they can be incomplete or inaccurate. more >>

Exxon, Big Oil Profits Evil Only Until You Weigh Their Tax Bills

Don't knock Big Oil for not needing a bailout, writes Robert Bryce. more >>

Energy Secretary Steven Chu Faces Tough Menu of Choices

Obama's energy secretary will lead his renewable energy and climate change agenda—and he's not alone. more >>

The New In-Crowd in Obama's Washington: the Renewable Energy Folks

At Al Gore's Green Inaugural Ball, the real celebrities were from renewable energy industries. more >>

Chu Quizzed Mostly on Nuclear Issues During Hearing for Energy Post

The Nobel Prize-winning scientist said he is committed to accelerating the construction of new plants. more >>

Jimmy Carter 1970s and Today: Angry Iran, Aggressive Russia, Energy Crisis

Things in Washington are starting to look a lot like they used to. more >>

Keen for a Revival, the Nuclear Industry Eyes the Stimulus Package

The final bill could be a key indicator of whether Obama's "green jobs" pledge includes nuclear energy. more >>

Ethanol Questions Fuel a Pushback Over Regulation Changes

Producers are eager to raise ethanol levels, but some groups say that may not be such a good idea. more >>

Barone Is Wrong About the Interior Department, Oil and Democrats in the West

Energy development in Wyoming, Montana, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico has irked the West. more >>

As Obama's Energy Chief, Steven Chu Likely to Shift Agency's Focus to Renewables

The Nobel Prize-winning scientist has championed research into energy efficiency and solar power. more >>

Obama's Energy and Environment Team Includes a Nobel Laureate, Veteran Regulators

The president-elect is expected to appoint Steven Chu, who runs a national lab, as energy secretary. more >>

Obama Faces Tough Task of Containing North Korea's Nuclear Breakout

He inherits a troublesome foe that dramatically expanded plutonium production during the Bush years. more >>

Obama Under Pressure Over Role of Ethanol in Energy Policy

Environmental groups are unhappy with his support of corn-based ethanol during the campaign. more >>

Environmental Groups' Wish List for Obama: Curb Offshore Oil Drilling

The incoming president is already under pressure to reverse several Bush administration policies. more >>

The World Obama Inherits: Iran’s Nuclear Challenge

Tehran's apparent pursuit of nuclear weapons will test Obama's faith in power of diplomacy. more >>

Bush Energy Officials Helping to Ensure a Smooth Transition for President-Elect Obama

Officials have been working since early 2008 to ensure a smooth transition for the new administration. more >>

Creative Gasoline Alternatives in the Works - US News & World Report

The Behind-the-Scenes Struggle Over Ethanol

Obama supports biofuels, but competing interests are fighting over the course of ethanol policy. more >>

Best Small Business to Start: Energy Auditing

Environmental awareness prompts rise in energy auditing opportunities more >>

How Obama Will Tackle the Environment

Speculation and advice for the president-elect's first environmental moves. more >>

The McCain Campaign's Incompetence About Barack Obama's War on Coal-Fired Power Plants

Why are we only hearing about this now? Because the McCain campaign is inept. more >>

Obama and Coal: Send Americans 'Price Signals' on Energy

Making consumers pay more for electricity is key to his plan to prevent climate change. more >>

Time to Fall Back From Daylight Savings Time

The change does not save energy, William F. Shughart II writes. more >>

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