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- Will new EPA power plant rules trade carbon for methane?
The Environmental Protection Agency’s new regulations for reducing carbon emissions may mean more methane emissions, writes Cunningham. Natural gas may burn cleaner than coal, but what happens when it isn't burned?
- Oil could be $15 more per barrel without more Middle East investment
Global oil prices could go up by $15 per barrel in about 10 years, if the Middle East doesn't invest more in its oil fields, the International Energy Agency says. The IEA also reports the world may find itself more reliant on Middle East investment for shale oil production.
- Could Obama's climate plan spur China to action?
On Monday, President Barack Obama announced plans to reduce US greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent from 2005 levels by 2030. Will these proposed cuts bring China, the world's largest CO2 emitter, to the table?
- Ukraine crisis: Russia grants six-day extension on gas bill
Gazprom has given Ukraine's government six more days to pay $3.5 billion in outstanding gas charges. It comes as the Ukraine crisis deteriorates in the east, where pro-Russian forces are clashing with the Ukraine military.
- EPA proposes big emissions cuts: Would the climate even notice?
The EPA wants power plants to cut back their carbon emissions. By itself, the plan wouldn't affect climate change much, but it could be crucial to a broader global plan that would.
- Major EPA carbon emissions cuts: How they could affect the economy
The EPA's proposed rules aim to lower carbon emissions to fight climate change. The energy industry is angry about the cuts, but by many measures, the economic impact could be light.
- Hands-on learning is best for understanding energy issues, study finds
Education is important for the future of the world's energy challenges, writes Laurie Guevara-Stone. And today's children can learn through hands-on experience, according to a Purdue University study.
- Obama climate change plan 101: What's in new EPA rules?
The EPA has unveiled new rules to cut carbon emissions from power plants. It's President Obama's attempt to significantly add to his legacy on climate change. What will the new rules do? A point-by-point look at the essentials.
- How the California oil boom ended before it even began
California has been abuzz for the past couple of years about the prospect of vast new oil wealth supposedly ready for the taking in the Monterey Shale. But new estimates appear to bolster the view that the US shale oil boom will peter out by the end of this decade, Cobb writes.
- EPA carbon limits: an 'Obamacare' for climate change
The EPA will unveil new regulations to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 30 percent by 2030. The EPA power plant rules are the most aggressive of President Obama's Climate Action Plan and have already provoked heated debate over a complex issue.
- Pint-size nuclear plants get a boost from Obama administration
Small-scale nuclear plants can be strung together and might save utilities on capital costs. But critics question the efficiency and operating costs of small-scale nuclear plants.
- Star Trek: George Takei tweet boosts Solar Roadways
Star Trek: George Takei, who played Sulu on Star Trek, has more than 8 million social media followers. After Takei tweeted his approval Solar Roadways saw a boost in their crowdfunding campaign.
- US shale industry is weakening. Will there be a shakeout?
Shale oil and gas companies' debt has almost doubled in the last four years. What are the consequences if the US shale industry experiences a shakeout?
- Baghdad’s hold on Kurdistan slips further as oil exports begin
Kurdistan exported its first shipment of oil to the international market. What does this mean for Kurdistan's relationship with Baghdad?
- How solar power is challenging utilities
The solar industry has a bigger stake in the utility industry now more than ever. But what does this mean for the electric utility sector?
- How Europe's natural gas prices are declining
Global gas prices are more connected now more than ever. What does this mean for each country's own gas prices?
- Ukraine-Russia gas dispute unresolved as deadline looms
An ongoing dispute over gas prices between Russia and Ukraine threatens to undermine the success of Sunday's presidential elections. As it enters a new era, Ukraine must mend ties with Russia to ensure continued gas supplies, while also looking for long-term ways to diversify its energy supply.
- Can we hide carbon dioxide underground? Algeria site offers note of caution.
Scientists want to capture carbon dioxide underground to slow global warming. But a test in Algeria is showing that the sunk CO2 can do some surprising things.
- ExxonMobil, BP extend partnerships with Russia despite sanctions
Oil companies ExxonMobil and BP defy the United States by collaborating with Russia in the energy sector. ExxonMobil and BP have separately signed agreements with Rosneft, Russia's state-owned oil company.
- Want to own your personal power plant? It might be possible soon.
Owning a personal power plant could be the next big home appliance. Here is how the idea might not be that far-fetched.