Selling Green Tech to Wall Street

Green tech ideas often face unique challenges trying to win financial backing. But a new proposal could give the feds a role in helping them attract private capital. Tuesday's hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee saw remarkable harmony regarding legislation to give the …

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Written by Jim DiPeso on Thursday May 5, 2011

Natural Gas: Not as Green as We Thought?

A new study suggests gas is worse for the climate than coal. It's a challenge for the industry and a chance to get ahead of the curve on environmental issues. A forthcoming paper from Cornell University researchers suggests that gas is more of a bad actor in climate change than coal. The gas …

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Written by Jim DiPeso on Tuesday April 12, 2011

Why Are the Feds Peddling Light Bulbs?

Fans of eco-friendly bulbs are quick to point out their benefits: lower costs and better efficiency. Why then do we need government to help sell them? In a recent piece at Frum Forum , David Jenkins criticizes the GOP for looking to undo energy standards on light bulbs.  Jenkins certainly …

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Written by Jean Granville on Friday March 11, 2011

The GOP's Dim Bulb Bill

This week, the Senate will hold hearings on a bill to undo energy standards on light bulbs. Is defending the wasteful incandescent light bulb really a priority? This week the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee will have a hearing on Senator Mike Enzi’s “ Better Use of Light Bulbs Act , …

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Written by David Jenkins on Thursday March 10, 2011