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Ukraine makes inroads on energy security as Donetsk teetersUkraine declared an 'anti-terrorist operation' Tuesday against pro-Russian militia in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region. Meanwhile in the West, Kiev courted its European neighbors for alternative fuel supplies that would boost its energy security.
Ukraine crisis: How will energy influence May elections?The atmosphere in Ukraine is increasingly tense ahead of its May presidential elections, with pro-Russian militia groups continuing to occupy buildings in eastern Ukraine. The country's energy history and future will help shape Ukraine's presidential elections.
Ukraine crisis belies shift to Asian energy marketsWhile much of the political focus has been on energy security in Eastern Europe, Graeber writes, the economic bread crumbs point to real investment security in Asia.
Gas prices tick up on Ukraine unrestGas prices rose less than a penny Monday, while the price of oil rose to close above $104 for only the second time since September. It's a sign the Ukraine crisis may be influencing oil prices, which will likely make for higher retail gas prices in the weeks ahead.
IPCC report: How to fight global warming while saving moneyWhile containing global warming will require substantial investment in cleaner sources of energy, much can be accomplished through energy efficiency, a new United Nations report says. More efficient cars, buildings, and appliances will play a crucial role in curbing the effects of global warming, the report found.
Nuclear energy rides the 'shake table' for earthquake safetyUS nuclear power plants are designed and built to stringent seismic standards based on the surrounding region. To test against earthquakes, nuclear companies use special 'shake tables' to simulate the powerful earthquake ground movement.
Costs to counter global warming 'relatively modest'Shift from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy would cut consumption growth by only 0.06 percentage points per year, says IPCC chairman. Nuclear power and carbon-capture plants would supplement solar and wind in fight to contain climate change.
How much will shift to green energy slow growth? Not much, says UN.Radically shifting from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy will slow consumption by 0.06 percentage points per year in this century, according to a new draft report by the United Nations.
- Is California the next fracking frontier?
California's Monterey Shale formation contains more shale oil than anywhere else in the country, but its geology and dry climate make it difficult to extract. Extremely dry conditions are also taking a toll on California's power plants.
Iran boosts oil output despite Western sanctionsIran's oil production is on the rise despite Western efforts to curtail it. More Iran oil has gotten the attention of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, which is charting a course for the future amid new sources of oil.
IMF: North American boom to keep oil prices lowA dramatic increase in US and Canadian oil production will push oil prices down, according to the International Monetary Fund. The growth in US shale oil and Canadian oil sands is already spilling over to the global marketplace.
Putin warns of gas shutoff. What are Ukraine's options?Russian President Vladimir Putin warned western leaders Thursday of a potential shutoff of natural gas supplies unless Ukraine pays off the billions it owes for Russian gas. There are alternatives to Russian gas, but the cutoff Putin threatens is a worst-case scenario for Ukraine and broader Europe.
Will Ukraine crisis derail Russia's southern gas pipeline?Russia's plans to build a natural gas pipeline that bypasses Ukraine to the south is in doubt as the standoff between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate.
Gulf oil spill: how wildlife is still challenged four years laterA report released Tuesday describes ongoing difficulties for sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, brown pelicans, and other species as a result of the Gulf oil spill in 2010.
Does a US oil boom mean lower gas prices?A rise in US oil production has helped keep gas prices lower, but perhaps not as low as US drivers expected.
Arctic sea ice on the decline, say researchersThe Arctic ice peak is hovering significantly below long-term averages dropping to its fifth-lowest level since satellite record keeping started in 1979.
Ukraine misses gas payment. How will Putin respond?Ukraine again missed a payment deadline late Monday on the natural gas it buys from Russia. Ukraine's debt to Russia over natural gas has led to supply cutoffs before, but there are other ways to resolve a long-standing dispute.
How taking the 'perma' out of permafrost could accelerate global warmingAs permafrost thaws, it changes the composition of vegetation in the Arctic. This could accelerate global warming, say scientists
'Zombie' bass shocked, scooped for science'Zombie' bass: Biologists are conducting a study where they use 'electrofishing' to stun fish in Tennessee Valley Authority lakes.
Ukraine moves to crack Russia's hold on its nuclear powerIt's not just dependency on Russian natural gas that poses problems for Ukraine, it's also Russia's virtual monopoly on the fuel for Ukraine's nuclear reactors.
