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Natural gas, oil prices: why the long-term forecasts are wrongNatural gas and oil low-price forecasts are baseless, Cobb writes. We've already extracted the easy-to-get oil in the first 150 years of the oil age, he adds, now comes the hard stuff.
For energy solutions, 'think small'Josh Freed, director of the Clean Energy Program at Thirdway, a moderate think tank, speaks about the promise of small, incremental change in the energy world at a discussion in Washington, hosted by the Monitor.
Global warming skeptics: What do they have to fear?Global warming skeptics worry environmentalism may cripple economies with assorted misguided energy-related boondoggles, Finley writes. Anti-nuclear environmentalists, Finley adds, have increased electric bills and greenhouse gas emissions, over fears of global warming.
Beijing air pollution at dangerous highBeijing air pollution readings reached dangerous levels for the second straight day Saturday, officials warned. Air pollution is a major problem in Beijing and other parts of China, due to the country's rapid pace of industrialization and reliance on coal power.
- Beijing air pollution at dangerous high
Beijing air pollution readings reached dangerous levels for the second straight day Saturday, officials warned. Air pollution is a major problem in Beijing and other parts of China, due to the country's rapid pace of industrialization and reliance on coal power.
Boosting coal power with solar energyAlec Hoppes, director of congressional affairs at Areva, discusses his company's work in solar energy, particularly in its ability to boost fossil fuels, at a roundtable discussion hosted by the Monitor.
Boeing 787 to undergo FAA review. Is electrical power at fault?Boeing 787 will undergo an FAA investigation after a small fire and fuel leaks marred its debut. What does the Boeing 787's unique electrical power system have to do with the glitches?
EPA cites Shell for air pollution in Arctic drillingThe EPA announced Thursday that it issued Shell notices of air quality violations during its shortened Arctic drilling season. Shell has worked for years with the EPA on its air permit to operate in the Arctic.
- EPA cites Shell for air pollution in Arctic drilling
The EPA announced Thursday that it issued Shell notices of air quality violations during its shortened Arctic drilling season. Shell has worked for years with the EPA on its air permit to operate in the Arctic.
Natural gas vs. Matt Damon: the furor over 'Promised Land'Natural gas advocates are angry over the depiction of natural gas drilling in Matt Damon's new movie, 'Promised Land.' The reaction from the natural gas industry, Cobb writes, has been as predictable as it has been puzzling.
Energy security means power made in the USDaphne Wysham, founder and co-director of the Sustainable Energy and Economy Network, speaks about her vision for a bipartisan clean-energy policy, in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Monitor.
Arctic drilling mishaps challenge promise of Alaskan oilA series of recent Arctic drilling setbacks have reignited a debate over drilling for Alaskan oil. Shell says Arctic drilling would be an energy boon, but opponents doubt the feasibility of operating in such harsh conditions.
Mercury emissions on the rise; UN calls for treatyMercury emissions are on the rise, according to a new study by the UN Environment Program. Hundreds of tons of mercury have leaked from the soil into rivers and lakes around the world, the UN found.
Jack Lew, picked for Treasury post, has ties to energyJack Lew may be best known for budgetary finesse, but President Obama's pick for the next Treasury secretary has experience in the energy world. Would the energy industry have an ally in Jack Lew?
Oil shows record growth. Will Obama 2.0 warm to fossil fuels?Oil production in the US jumped by a record 800,000 barrels a day in 2012. As President Obama maps out his second term, he will have to decide how much to nurture the booming oil and gas industries.
How hot was 2012? Hottest on record in US, by a long shotGlobal warming 'has had a role' in making 2012 the hottest ever recorded in the lower 48 states, says a US climatologist. The average temperature was 54.3 degrees F., a full degree higher than the previous annual record.
- How hot was 2012? Hottest on record in US, by a long shot
Global warming 'has had a role' in making 2012 the hottest ever recorded in the lower 48 states, says a US climatologist. The average temperature was 54.3 degrees F., a full degree higher than the previous annual record.
Canadian oil sands pollute nearby lakes. Report is blow to Keystone pipeline.Oil sands production in Canada has contaminated surrounding lakes with substances linked to cancer, according to a new study. The scientific findings may help the case against building Keystone XL, a pipeline that would connect Canadian oil sands with American refineries.
A look at the future of biofuelsJan Koninckx, global director of biofuels for DuPont Industrial Biosciences, discusses 2nd generation biofuels with Robert Rapier of Consumer Energy Report.
Chuck Hagel at Defense? Energy, climate activists intrigued.Chuck Hagel is President Obama's pick as the next secretary of defense. The former Republican senator's views on climate change and national security could bode well for clean-tech advocates.
