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Schlesinger: No Energy Security in Sight
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- March 13, 2008
Carter's energy secretary thinks energy prices will keep rising and predicts a painful transition.
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Massive Rebuilding Is What's Needed on Energy
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- March 11, 2008
Throwing money at scientific research may not be the way to solve climate or oil dependence woes.
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The Bumpy Pathway to an Energy Breakthrough
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- March 5, 2008
Everyone agrees we need a technological advance, but how to spend limited funds is contentious.
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Are Nukes Needed to Stop Climate Change?
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- February 12, 2008
Exelon's CEO says the cost of cutting greenhouse gas emissions won't be cheap, but it may be far worse with the wrong approach.
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Emissions Decision Critics Target EPA Blog
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- February 8, 2008
A Web presence can be risky, especially when your boss's legal interpretations wind up in court.
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Bush Budget Puts Weatherization in the Cold
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- February 6, 2008
The $220 million federal program for low-income families reaped dividends in jobs and reduced energy bills.
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Stimulating a Senate Vote on Energy
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- February 1, 2008
Heating assistance for low-income families may get renewed attention.
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Light-Bulb Revolt: Incandescent Fans Rise Up
By Marianne Lavelle -
Money & Business
- January 30, 2008
From oven lights to spotlights, there's a lot of worry about the coming phase-out.
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What's Behind Bush's Clean-Technology Fund
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- January 29, 2008
The president's proposal is hailed as a "landmark" but faulted for being short on funding.
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Seeking an Energy-Efficient TV? Yes, It's Confusing
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- January 17, 2008
But help may be on the way under the new energy law.
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The Top Energy Stories to Watch in 2008
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- January 2, 2008
There's a big year ahead in the drive for alternative fuels.
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Bush Faces a Long Legal Battle With California
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- December 20, 2007
The administration's decision won't be the last word on climate change and cars.
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Energy Efficiency Comes Cheap But Needs A Push Anyway
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- December 19, 2007
Unlocking the value of using less power.
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How the Energy Bill Will Change the Car You Drive
By Rick Newman -
FlowChart
- December 19, 2007
Get ready for better mileage, advanced technology—and sticker shock.
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FAQ: The End of the Light Bulb as We Know It
By Marianne Lavelle -
Money & Business
- December 19, 2007
More efficient lighting will be mandated starting in 2012, so you can kiss Edison's invention goodbye.
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Congress Walks Out on Renewable Energy
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- December 14, 2007
Incentives for clean power fizzle, while oil tax breaks remain in place.
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A New Front in the Fuel Fight
By Marianne Lavelle -
Nation & World
- December 13, 2007
Boosting efficiency is no longer a question of whether but how.
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How the Senate Tide Turned Against Wind and Solar
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- December 10, 2007
The loss of key GOP votes was a critical factor.
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Left and Right Agree: Oil Is the Problem
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 30, 2007
Reading the political tea leaves, Congress prepares to act soon on energy.
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Rudy and Romney's Big-Government Energy Plans
By James Pethokoukis -
Capital Commerce
- November 26, 2007
An 'Apollo Project' to combat climate change could cost $100 billion or more.
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Fuel Economy Ruling Puts Bush Policy in Bad Light
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 16, 2007
The heat is on for better gas mileage—one way or another.
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Governors Rush In Where Washington Fears to Tread
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 15, 2007
Midwestern states are the latest to craft a regional climate change deal.
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Tracking Presidential Candidates on Energy No Easy Task
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 7, 2007
Alongside long-term goals, how about a short-term plan?
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Energy Prices Are a Burden but Not Shared Equally
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 7, 2007
Even in a resilient economy, fuel costs are beginning to bite.
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U.S. Renewable Energy: More Burned Timber Than Wind and Solar
By Marianne Lavelle -
Beyond the Barrel
- November 7, 2007
Wood burning for fuel could spark environmental debate.
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