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Environmental groups oppose upgrade of Minnesota Power coal burner - Duluth News Tribune Apr 25th 2013, 00:19 Environmental groups oppose upgrade of Minnesota Power coal burner Duluth News Tribune The groups, which would rather see the Boswell Energy Center Unit 4 shut down and retired, want an assessment of what impact continuing to burn coal will have on the state's environment and human health. By: John Myers, Duluth News Tribune. Boswell ... and more » Slow Start on Environment in Second Obama Term - New York Times Apr 24th 2013, 22:55 Slow Start on Environment in Second Obama Term New York Times WASHINGTON. SHORTLY after winning re-election in November, President Obama promised assertive leadership on climate change and energy. In his State of the Union address in February, he vowed that if the assembled lawmakers failed to pass broad ... and more » Many coal sludge impoundments have weak walls, federal study says - Washington Post Apr 24th 2013, 22:53 Many coal sludge impoundments have weak walls, federal study says Washington Post Many of the man-made ponds for storing toxic sludge from coal-fired power plants have dangerously weak walls because of poor construction methods, according to the synopsis of a study for the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement ... Coal symposium to focus on health and safety needs of workers TriCities.com all 4 news articles » Poland Prioritizes Cheaper Power in Shift Away From Coal - Bloomberg Apr 24th 2013, 22:06 Poland Prioritizes Cheaper Power in Shift Away From Coal Bloomberg Poland's main priority in revamping its energy policy is to reduce the cost of electricity as it shifts away from its reliance on coal-fired generation, the nation's environment minister said. Marcin Korolec said he'd like to phase out subsidies for ... and more » More workers, pipe needed to finish Southern Co coal project - Reuters Apr 24th 2013, 21:52 FuelFix (blog) More workers, pipe needed to finish Southern Co coal project Reuters HOUSTON, April 24 (Reuters) - More high-quality pipe and more workers are needed to complete Southern Co's coal-gasification plant in Kemper County, Mississippi, by a 2014 deadline, company executives said on Wednesday. Atlanta-based Southern Co ... Southern to take $333 million charge on coal-gas plant FuelFix (blog) all 16 news articles » Georgia Power execs questioned on coal, solar energy - Online Athens Apr 24th 2013, 21:51 Georgia Power execs questioned on coal, solar energy Online Athens Because the recent recession erased seven year's worth of projected energy demand that resulted in excess capacity, the company is asking commission approval to shut down 15 coal-fired generators at various plants throughout Georgia. Some would be ... and more » Which Countries Care Least—And Most—About The Environment? - Co.Exist Apr 24th 2013, 21:27 Co.Exist Which Countries Care Least—And Most—About The Environment? Co.Exist Which emerging economy cares least about the environment? Nigeria? South Africa? No, according to a global survey of environmental attitudes, the answer is Mother Russia. When asked for their feelings about the environment, 15% of Russians said, well, ... Higher standards, faster permits proposed for Colorado's oil and gas companies - Denver Business Journal (blog) Apr 24th 2013, 20:38 Higher standards, faster permits proposed for Colorado's oil and gas companies Denver Business Journal (blog) The bill requires the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to provide "expedited air quality permitting" for oil and gas facilities if companies certify they'll use pollution control technology that meets "enhanced environmental and ... New state regs on oil and gas to be discussed Monday - The Coloradoan Apr 24th 2013, 20:10 New state regs on oil and gas to be discussed Monday The Coloradoan A meeting on new state regulations on oil and gas production, including setbacks, fracking and safety issues, is scheduled 7-9 p.m. Monday at Poudre Valley REA, 7649 REA Pkwy., Windsor. Representatives of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation ... Canadian oil minister Joe Oliver condemns climatologist James Hansen - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 19:54 The Guardian Canadian oil minister Joe Oliver condemns climatologist James Hansen The Guardian The EPA said developing the tar sands would indeed have a negative impact on the environment, releasing as much as an additional 935m metric tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere over the next 50 years. But Oliver has made a name ... Survey Finds Majority Backs Keystone Pipeline Wall Street Journal Earth Day 2013: How Has President Obama Fared On The Environment? International Business Times TransCanada Fires Back at US Environment Regulator Over Keystone (The ... Inside Climate News Pork Magazine  - mysask.com (press release) all 178 news articles » CyrusOne Grows Houston Campus for Oil and Gas Industry - Data Center Knowledge Apr 24th 2013, 19:18 CyrusOne Grows Houston Campus for Oil and Gas Industry Data Center Knowledge The Houston campus for CyrusOne just grew significantly. The colocation provider has purchased 32 acres adjacent to its Houston West facility, increasing the size to a total of more than 45 acres. The campus targets the sizeable oil and gas industry ... Exploring Prospects for US Coal Exports to China - World Resources Institute Apr 24th 2013, 19:02 World Resources Institute Exploring Prospects for US Coal Exports to China World Resources Institute The United States and China are the world's two largest economies. They are also the two largest producers and consumers of coal, and the largest emitters of carbon dioxide. In recent years, however, their paths on coal have started to diverge. Over ... Feds seek public comment for proposed oil and gas lease sale - WyoFile Apr 24th 2013, 15:56 Feds seek public comment for proposed oil and gas lease sale WyoFile The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District is seeking public input on the environmental assessment for the November 2013 Notice of Competitive Oil and Gas Lease Sale parcel offering. Thirty-nine entire or partial parcels will be offered within ... Demand for metals likely to increase tenfold, study says - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 15:34 The Guardian Demand for metals likely to increase tenfold, study says The Guardian Demand for metals is likely to increase tenfold as developing economies surge ahead, putting severe stress on the natural environment, a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (Unep) has warned. The organisation has suggested a ... Metals recycling needs bigger role in product design -UN Reuters all 2 news articles » What every investor should know about oil and gas micro caps - Resource Investor Apr 24th 2013, 15:04 What every investor should know about oil and gas micro caps Resource Investor With an established track record now, the industry has proved its potential for him, and he is bullish on gas over the long term. He shares his assessment of some of the promising oil and gas players in this interview with The Energy Report. The Energy ... Serbia's unabated quest for coal causes tremors among mining communities - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 14:36 Serbia's unabated quest for coal causes tremors among mining communities The Guardian Simić works nearby in the Kolubara coal mine, helping to maintain the giant excavators that gouge the earth day and night. This relentless quest for coal has expanded the boundaries of the mines, threatening whole villages and causing the landslides ... GM salmon's global HQ – 1500m high in the Panamanian rainforest - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 13:48 The Guardian GM salmon's global HQ – 1500m high in the Panamanian rainforest The Guardian It is hard to think of a more unlikely setting for genetic experimentation or for raising salmon: a rundown shed at a secretive location in the Panamanian rainforest miles inland and 1,500m above sea level. But the facility, which is owned by an ... and more » Evercore Profit Misses Estimates Amid 'Murky' Environment - Bloomberg Apr 24th 2013, 10:44 Evercore Profit Misses Estimates Amid 'Murky' Environment Bloomberg "Evercore continues to grow in 2013, despite a murky market environment, and our backlog remains strong" Altman said today in the statement. The stock climbed 1.7 percent to close yesterday at $36.87 in New York. The shares have gained 22 percent this ... and more » London tightens up congestion charge in attempt to drive out diesel - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 10:15 The Guardian London tightens up congestion charge in attempt to drive out diesel The Guardian Matthew Pencharz, the Mayor of London's adviser on the environment, said the move was specifically designed to curb the growing number of diesel vehicles on London's roads. A Euro 4 diesel car emits about 22 times as much particulate matter as the ... and more » Pace slows on Rockies oil and gas deals in 1Q - Denver Business Journal (blog) Apr 24th 2013, 10:09 Pace slows on Rockies oil and gas deals in 1Q Denver Business Journal (blog) The pace of deals in the Rocky Mountain oil patch slowed during the first quarter compared to the fourth quarter of 2012, mirroring a slowdown that also occurred at the national level. That's according to a report Wednesday from PricewaterhouseCoopers, ... Why is Reuters puzzled by global warming's acceleration? - The Guardian Apr 24th 2013, 09:29 The Guardian Why is Reuters puzzled by global warming's acceleration? The Guardian The rate of heat building up on Earth over the past decade is equivalent to detonating about 4 Hiroshima atomic bombs per second. Take a moment to visualize 4 atomic bomb detonations happening every single second. That's the global warming that we're ... and more » Eagle Ford Shale conference in May to bring oil and gas experts to Robstown - Corpus Christi Caller Times Apr 24th 2013, 08:04 Eagle Ford Shale conference in May to bring oil and gas experts to Robstown Corpus Christi Caller Times ROBSTOWN — Experts and business leaders from the oil and gas industry will be in demand during Texas Oil & Gas Magazine's Eagle Ford Shale Conference & Expo next month. Organizers on Tuesday released the agenda during a news conference at the ... With natural gas costly, AEP burning more coal - Columbus Dispatch Apr 24th 2013, 05:42 Columbus Dispatch With natural gas costly, AEP burning more coal Columbus Dispatch Right now, the company's coal plants are operating at about a 65 percent "capacity factor," which refers to how much energy was generated compared with the maximum possible; AEP's natural-gas plants are operating at about half that level, which is ... LA City Council votes to move away from coal-fired energy - Los Angeles Times Apr 24th 2013, 01:46 Natural Resources Defense Council (blog) LA City Council votes to move away from coal-fired energy Los Angeles Times Like many utilities, the city-owned DWP gets more of its power from coal than from any other source. But last month, after a lengthy campaign by environmentalists, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and utility officials announced a plan to end the city's ... LA To End Use Of Coal By 2015 - Huffington Post Huffington Post Los Angeles City Council unanimously approves getting out of coal Natural Resources Defense Council (blog) all 6 news articles » Cuadrilla censured by advertising watchdog over fracking safety claims - The Guardian Apr 23rd 2013, 23:20 The Guardian Cuadrilla censured by advertising watchdog over fracking safety claims The Guardian Andrew Pendleton, head of campaigns at Friends of the Earth, said: "Local communities across the UK are rightly concerned about fracking – it's dirty, unnecessary and damages our environment." Joss Garman, political director at Greenpeace, said: "The ... and more » The Intersection Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Climate Change Apr 22nd 2013, 14:17 The Intersection Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Climate Change From: CHEJtv Views: 4 0 ratings Time: 23:32 More in Nonprofits & Activism Mine disaster: Hundreds of aftershocks Apr 19th 2013, 14:51 A new study has identified hundreds of previously unrecognized small aftershocks that happened after Utah's deadly Crandall Canyon mine collapse in 2007. The aftershocks suggest the collapse was as big -- and perhaps bigger -- than shown in another study by the university in 2008. The Intersection Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Climate Change - Full Presentation Apr 8th 2013, 00:53 The Intersection Between Hydraulic Fracturing and Climate Change - Full Presentation Dr. Anthony Ingraffea discusses methane leaks in natural gas systems and the cumulative climate impact of those leaks. Created by Developing Pictures https:/... 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