oilT. Boone Pickens Comes to IowaPosted August 15th, 2008 by elenaAs part of the PickensPlan to push the nation toward a cleaner, energy-independent future, oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens visited Le Mars, Iowa, Aug. 14. ...read more » CAP: Voters Want Renewable Energy, Not DrillingPosted August 1st, 2008 by elena in
The Center for American Progress has released data from a Quinnipiac University poll of voters, taken in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Colorado. Voters were asked what is the best way to make the nation more energy independent. Results found that people overwhelmingly found renewable energy to be a better option than offshore drilling or nuclear power. ...read more » Kansas vs. South DakotaPosted March 25th, 2008 by elenaHyperion Resources Inc. recently passed on building its $10 billion oil refinery in Kansas and is now instead leaning toward Elk Point, S.D. Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius has been very popular among clean-energy advocates for her stance against coal, and the Hyperion decision was attributed to an "uncertain regulatory climate" in Kansas. ...read more » March 15, 2008: Dakota Refinery is Supposed to be 'Green,' but is it?Posted March 15th, 2008 by elenaHyperion Resources says that its oil refinery will be green-friendly in South Dakota, but others beg to differ. Associated Press Feb. 21, 2008: ND Regulators Approve Route for Keystone Oil PipelinePosted February 21st, 2008 by elenaTo the dismay of clean energy groups, the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline received a route permit. Associated Press Bismarck, N.D. (AP) State regulators have agreed to allow construction of a new oil pipeline in eastern North Dakota. ...read more » Nov. 23, 2007: Oil Prices Propel Interest in WindPosted November 23rd, 2007 by elenaRising oil prices give wind farm dealer Joe Straley good business. St. Cloud Times AVON — When the price of oil starts going up, Joe Straley’s phone starts ringing. ...read more » Maurice R. GreenbergPosted April 24th, 2007 by AnonymousTitle: Chairman and CEO Company: C.V. Starr & Co., Inc. Date: 08/03/2006 Article name: Business Leaders, Retired Military Officers Launch Effort to Reduce Oil Dependence Media outlet: News Release Without a doubt, oil dependence is one of the most serious risks imposed on America's businesses and national security today. We need to develop strategies that effectively manage this risk, while also considering bolder long-term solutions. It's not something we'll resolve overnight, but I look forward to bringing my perspective to the table as we tackle this critical challenge." Gregory G. JohnsonPosted April 24th, 2007 by AnonymousTitle: Admiral Company: Retired, United States Navy and Former Commander of U.S. Naval Forces, Europe Date: 08/03/2006 Article name: Business Leaders, Retired Military Officers Launch Effort to Reduce Oil Dependence Media outlet: News Release America's current dependence on oil makes us unacceptably vulnerable to even seemingly minor supply disruptions. This vulnerability greatly limits our national security and economic flexibility. America's severe oil dependence has created grave risks that must be addressed on a sustained basis in the halls of Congress and the Board Rooms across Corporate America." Herb D. KelleherPosted April 24th, 2007 by AnonymousTitle: Executive Chairman Company: Southwest Airlines Date: 08/03/2006 Article name: Business Leaders, Retired Military Officers Launch Effort to Reduce Oil Dependence Media outlet: News Release The adverse economic impact of our excessive dependence on oil dramatically hinders the ability of businesses to provide U.S. consumers with quality products and services at affordable prices. That 'value proposition' supported the creation of Southwest Airlines, and I've joined SAFE to try to make sure the same proposition can support the next generation of great American businesses."  |
