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Generating Power From Tidal Lagoons

by Myrna Posted on October 28, 2014

Supporters of a proposed facility in Wales say that sea-based arrays could provide as much as 10 percent of Britain’s power within a decade. From: Generating Power From Tidal Lagoons

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Accounting for the Expanding Carbon Shadow from Coal-Burning Plants

by Myrna Posted on August 28, 2014

A pitch for considering a lifetime’s worth of carbon dioxide emissions when examining power plants in the context of climate change. Link –  Accounting for the Expanding Carbon Shadow from Coal-Burning Plants ; ;Related ArticlesOceans Agency Lists 20 Coral Species as ThreatenedA Closer Look at Turbulent Oceans and Greenhouse HeatingWinged Warning: Heavy Metal Song Distortion ;

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Dot Earth Blog: U.S. Coal Exports Eroding Domestic Greenhouse Gains

by Myrna Posted on July 28, 2014

Continuing rise in U.S. exports of coal work against domestic reductions in CO2 emissions. Continue reading: Dot Earth Blog: U.S. Coal Exports Eroding Domestic Greenhouse Gains Related ArticlesU.S. Coal Exports Eroding Domestic Greenhouse GainsChina’s Plan to Limit Coal Use Could Spur Consumption for YearsDot Earth Blog: New Approach to Being There: ‘Fan-bots’ Will Cheer Korean Baseball Team

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Battle Over Fracking Poses Threat to Colorado Democrats

by Myrna Posted on June 9, 2014

An array of ballot proposals would ask Colorado voters to sharply limit energy development, but the Democratic governor and other party leaders are seeking an alternative. View original:  Battle Over Fracking Poses Threat to Colorado Democrats ; ;Related ArticlesPrototype: Planting for Profit, and Greater GoodDot Earth Blog: Roundup: Can New E.P.A. CO2 Rules Have a Climate Impact?Off the Shelf: Review of Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper ;

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Battle Over Fracking Poses Threat to Colorado Democrats

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Roundup: Can New E.P.A. CO2 Rules Have a Climate Impact?

by Myrna Posted on June 6, 2014

If implemented, will the proposed E.P.A. regulations on power plant carbon pollution matter to the global climate? See the original post:   Roundup: Can New E.P.A. CO2 Rules Have a Climate Impact? ; ;Related ArticlesBehind the Mask – A Reality Check on China’s Plans for a Carbon CapDot Earth Blog: Behind the Mask – A Reality Check on China’s Plans for a Carbon CapTwitter Chat About New E.P.A. Carbon Pollution Regulations ;

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White House Stresses Widespread Energy Progress Ahead of New Climate Rule

by Myrna Posted on May 29, 2014

The White House hawks its energy policies ahead of a move to restrict carbon dioxide from power plants. See the original article here: White House Stresses Widespread Energy Progress Ahead of New Climate Rule Related ArticlesAmericans’ Varied Views of ‘Global Warming’ and ‘Climate Change’Governments Await Obama’s Move on Carbon to Gauge U.S. Climate EffortsGavin Schmidt on Why Climate Models are Wrong, and Valuable

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White House Stresses Widespread Energy Progress Ahead of New Climate Rule

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Other Voices: Earth Institute’s Steven Cohen Seeks a Post-Hysterical Approach to Climate Progress

by Myrna Posted on April 7, 2014

A veteran of environmental regulation and management seeks a non-hysterical approach to climate progress. Read this article: Other Voices: Earth Institute’s Steven Cohen Seeks a Post-Hysterical Approach to Climate Progress ; ;Related ArticlesU.N. Climate Report Authors Answer 11 Basic QuestionsAnother Warning for the Northwest From Chile’s Earthquake Hot ZoneA Whale of an International Court Ruling Against Japan ;

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Other Voices: Earth Institute’s Steven Cohen Seeks a Post-Hysterical Approach to Climate Progress

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A Fresh Look at America’s Gas Lands

by Myrna Posted on November 26, 2013

A filmmaker from Finland tries to get beyond polarization and propaganda and provide a clear-eyed view of the many meanings of fracking in shale country. Visit source: A Fresh Look at America’s Gas Lands ; ;Related ArticlesDot Earth Blog: A Fresh Look at America’s Gas LandsRevisiting Love CanalNew Study Finds U.S. Has Greatly Underestimated Methane Emissions ;

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Dot Earth Blog: ‘To Those Influencing Environmental Policy But Opposed to Nuclear Power’

by Myrna Posted on November 3, 2013

Four climate scientists press environmental organizations to embrace efforts to develop and deploy a new generation of nuclear power plants. Continue at source: Dot Earth Blog: ‘To Those Influencing Environmental Policy But Opposed to Nuclear Power’ ; ;Related Articles‘To Those Influencing Environmental Policy But Opposed to Nuclear Power’Climate Change Seen Posing Risk to Food SuppliesDot Earth Blog: A Closer Look at Climate Panel’s Findings on Global Warming Impacts ;

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Dot Earth Blog: ‘To Those Influencing Environmental Policy But Opposed to Nuclear Power’

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An Unusual Public Battle Over an Energy Nomination

by Myrna Posted on September 15, 2013

Ronald J. Binz, nominated to lead the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, is opposed by the coal industry because of his efforts to promote renewable energy. Read this article:  An Unusual Public Battle Over an Energy Nomination ; ;Related ArticlesE.P.A. Is Expected to Set Limits on Greenhouse Gas Emissions by New Power PlantsU.S. Coal Companies Scale Back Export GoalsThe House Edge: Wall St. Exploits Ethanol Credits, and Prices Spike ;

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An Unusual Public Battle Over an Energy Nomination

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