Articles related to "Energy Policy"

Experts and industry leaders agree that renewable energy sources are the way of the future and government policy and legislation is key to their success

Recent developments in the areas of energy policy and energy research have given many environmentalists in the United States new hope and cause to celebrate.

Speculation in oil futures markets may have played a role in recent oil price volatility. The U.S. regulator is considering cracking down on speculative activity.

The Biden-Palin debate clarified differing positions as the two faced off on the war in Iraq, the financial crises, energy issues and other policy differences.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, hosts the National Clean Energy Summit for 2008.

The unexpected impact of increased corn-ethanol production on a coastal ecosystem illustrates the challenge of creating sustainable solutions to environmental problems.

Ecosystem modeling is a valuable tool for assessing conflicts between environmental policies, quantifying consequences, and making trade-offs clear.

This article examines Obama's New Energy for America Plan and the current administration's plans to deal with American Oil Dependence.

This article looks at President Obama's investment plans for the American railroad system and briefly examines how this will work in concert with his other plans.

This collection of Krugman's columns for the New York Times from 1999 to 2003 explains why economic policy at that time favored those with political connections.

A deep investigation between what Sen. Clinton claims as her diplomatic solution position on the war on Iraq as opposed to her voting record in the Senate for the war.

Smart grid technology updates the electrical distribution system to lower energy costs and make delivery more efficient. Many technologies are ready for implementation.

Renewable energy should be taken more seriously if only for the impact of fossil fuels on the world's ecological balance.

Since the Energy Policy act of 2005, the US government has increased incentives for solar, wind, geothermal and fuel cell power. Limits were erased beginning in 2009.

Saying "climate change doesn't wait," Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson hopes a new administration in Washington can avoid the repeated advances and retreats on energy policy.

Despite problems,Flexible Fuel Vehicles can combat the rising cost of gasoline, cut down on dependence on imported fossil fuels and help curb greenhouse gas emissions.

From terrorism to space exploration, from global warming to energy policy, the nation's new Chief Executive must know the science behind the headlines in every crisis.

Sure it's great to be green. But green jobs also help local businesses and families to enjoy prosperity.

Since her resignation in July, Sarah Palin has used Facebook to steer national debate and bypass traditional media.

On Thursday, February 19th, President Barack Obama made his first official foreign visit. He discussed trade, climate change, and Afghanistan with Stephen Harper.

Online resources for learning more about geothermal energy

Ed Milliband, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, has released a white paper providing detail about how the UK Labour government plans to green Britain.

Big names from industry and government form the Sustainability Star jury for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

The fear of oil shortages has afflicted the West with crises of its own making, but Leonardo Maugeri analyzes the wrong future with little focus on global warming.

The Greenpeace history of issues and activism falls under eight categories. The international organization has tackled controversial issues with controversial tactics.

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The acceptance and implementation of Daylight Savings Time (DST) has been off and on for 90 years. There has always been controversy over the true benefits.

Despite difficult market conditions 2008's investment in clean energy topped 2007 record investments by 5%, in large part as a result of emerging economies' investments.

The supply of freshwater is critical to the environment. Global freshwater shortages, from human activity and climate change pose a threat to environmental biodiversity.

Daylight Saving Time causes many people to get ahead of or behind schedule. The one hour time change can also cause people to feel sleepy, agitated or energized.

Due in part to climate change effects and various underlying factors, a perfect storm has been created in regards to food inflation. Lower supplies mean higher prices.

Through Gazprom, Moscow is deepening its influence and political clout in Latin America at the expense of the United States.

Just like in the 19th century, Central Asia is the center of intense geopolitical rivalry between the conflicting interests of major powers.

Cap-and-trade energy management programs launched in Europe have not proven to be effective in controlling carbon emissions, and have been costly to implement.

What are hybrid cars? The advantages, disadvantages and future of hybrid vehicles and their effect on global warming and greenhouse gas emissions.

Much of Iraq's potential as a world oil export leader is unrealized. As George Bush's war rages on, America's trade deficit with Iraq continues to rise.

Russia is regaining influence in Central Asia despite the growing presence of China and the US. But Central Asia is also a platform for engaging the wider Muslim world.

Several organizations, researchers and analysts disagree with the idea that world oil production is approaching a terminal decline.

Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills.

Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire and democratic leaders turned out for Obama at a local union hall. A tight governor's race remained the key issue.

As Canada and the US put back their clocks 1-hour this weekend, follow the history and benefits of Daylight Saving Time.

The Cape Wind Project is the subject of two Massachusetts court actions. Opponents sue to have the licence revoked. Supporters say all the concerns have been answered.