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Vermont Leaders Back Away from Renewable Energy Goals

Posted 2/24/12

Vermont leaders finally backed away from renewable energy goals, as have Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, etc.

Administration's Tax Proposals Would Hamper US Energy Output

Posted 2/22/12

The Obama administration is proposing significant changes in US corporate taxes, as reported in today's Wall St. Journal. If enacted, the corporate tax rate would fall from 35% of income to 28%, ...

The Cost of $100 Crude

Posted 2/20/12

As oil consuming nations struggle to climb out of global recession, does $100 per barrel constitute a reasonable price? Not likely.

Germany and UK have greatest deficit of EU carbon allowances

Posted 2/17/12

Figures show the UK and Germany have the largest deficit of allowances to pollute under the EU Emissions Trading Scheme, meaning they must purchase more to meet obligations.

New grid under-sea cable to connect England and Scotland

Posted 2/16/12

While politicians talk of Scottish independence from England, a world-beating €1.1 billion contract has today been announced to make the two countries even more interconnected.

Why Is the Nissan Leaf Selling Faster than the Chevy Volt?

Posted 2/14/12

With the high gas prices we are facing today, the popularity of the fuel-efficient car is seeing its' inevitable increase.

Good Long-Term Outlook for Wind Power Bodes Well for Energy Storage

Posted 2/12/12

The variable nature of most renewable energy generation technology has long been recognized as an opportunity for electricity storage on the grid.

Should the U.S. government play a role in American energy use?

Posted 2/8/12

One of the big questions on the campaign trail today is whether there should be a government role in America's use of energy.

Four Smart Grid Innovations that are Utility Painkillers

Posted 2/7/12

The electricity value chain of generation, transmission, distribution and consumption has a number of challenges, or pain points, to overcome to deliver all Smart Grid benefits.

Back to the Public Service Board: Next Steps for Vermont Yankee

Posted 2/4/12

The court ruled in favor of Entergy in the recent court case. In consequence, Entergy applied to the Public Service Board for a Certificate of Public Good for Vermont Yankee.

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