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EIA AEO is DOA

Today was supposed to be the official launch of the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook (AEO). Just a few hours ago the EIA's site stated that it would be released today, but apparently among the things that EIA...

Oh Exxon … The Irony

For twenty five years there has been one company that beyond all others has tried to undermine the UN Climate talks. For those twenty five years it has obfuscated the truth about climate by pouring millions into the funding of...

Power to the People: A Week of Action and Remembrance

This past week has been beyond inspiring – a lot needs to change and people everywhere are making it happen. I was lucky enough to take part in and support a small slice of what’s been taking place.

Scientists Find Toxic Chemicals Near Frack Sites

Last week, a new peer-reviewed study was published by the University of Texas at Arlington which found toxic chemicals in over two-thirds of drinking wells near fracking sites.

Obama’s twitter response on arctic drilling = #FAIL

Today, President Obama took to his new twitter account to answer some questions on his administration's response to climate change. A noble effort to engage the public on an issue of paramount importance, to be sure. Unfortunately, though, in an exchange...

What’s wrong with our energy policy in one short video

We all know a picture speaks a thousand words, but sometimes a video says even more. If you're looking for one clip that shows a bit of the craziness of an energy policy pushing bomb trains, arctic drilling, and unchecked oil...

Risky Business: tar sands investment in a carbon constrained world

When oil prices crashed late last year, the high-cost and capital intensive tar sands sector took a hit. The industry had already been showing signs of weakness with underperforming stocks, project cancellations, and serious concerns about market access. But low...