As those of us who are concerned about global climate change turn our attention to the COP-18 meetings in Qatar, we note that the host of these talks is among dozens of countries that keep gas prices artificially low through …
In 2012, Oil Received Six Times More Government Support Than Renewable Energy Read More »
When I asked senior energy analyst Glenn Doty to comment on a business plan that contemplates coal and gas to liquids (isobutanol) I received an amazingly complete response — both a crash course in the business of organic chemistry and …
Glenn Doty on the Environmental Issues with Tar Sands Read More »
Those following the controversy around fracking may be interested in this piece, detailing a key decision at SUNY Buffalo. Until yesterday, the Shale Resources and Society Institute (SRSI) was a part of the university, though many people made accusations to …
Advocates for Fracking Say Farewell to the Shale Resources and Society Institute Read More »
Here’s a long and quite scholarly article a reader sent me from the Heritage Foundation, an ultra-conservative think-tank whose principal spokesperson appears to be Rush Limbaugh. (I’m not sure that’s a good choice if they wish to be taken seriously …
U.S. Department of Energy's Spending on Renewables Read More »
Frequent commenter Steven Andrews writes: Wind and solar have the best characteristics plus on top of that use no water resources. Why are these systems so under attack by fossil fuel burners? Gandhi said: first they don´t pay attention, then …
Actress and environmental activist Daryl Hannah doesn’t pull any punches in this impressive article, The Battle Against Big Energy’s Rush to Ruin Our Planet. It’s hard not to feel a profound sense of gratitude to people like her, who make huge personal …
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Below is a graphic that I borrowed from my friends at Energy and Capital (Hi, Jeff Siegel!) illustrating the real problem we face vis-a’-vis coal on the international scene. I’m reminded of an interview I did for a consultant in …
The Situation with Coal-fired Power Plants in Asia Is Urgent Read More »
One of the things that gives me hope for the world is that the protests of individuals and groups have the potential to be extremely effective. For example, what the Sierra Club has done with coal is amazing to me. …
Frequent commenter Larry Lemmert writes: It makes sense to replace some things before they quit working. Computers, light bulbs, water heaters and power plants of all kinds come to mind. At what point should a newer technology replace a functioning …
Frequent commenter Dr. James Gover writes: It is my understanding that because of: (1) the cost of new coal plants due in part to EPA enforcement of air pollution standards, (2) the lower cost (in comparison to coal) of new …
