Alaska, rich in petroleum, faces an energy shortage
Alaska produces a lot of crude oil, but many of the state’s utilities, businesses and homes run on natural gas, which is in dwindling supply near population centers.
April 24, 2025 • ~10 min
White House plans for Alaskan oil and gas face some hurdles – including from Trump and the petroleum industry
Donald Trump says he is a big fan of oil and gas. His actions may not be of great interest to the industry. And the results may not be what he says he wants.
April 11, 2025 • ~10 min
Study: Burning heavy fuel oil with scrubbers is the best available option for bulk maritime shipping
Researchers analyzed the full lifecycle of several fuel options and found this approach has a comparable environmental impact, overall, to burning low-sulfur fuels.
April 8, 2025 • ~9 min
Why the Tesla backlash could help electric cars finally go mainstream
Elon Musk marketed EVs to wealthy early-adopter men – but in the long run, more diverse messaging will help the industry.
March 25, 2025 • ~7 min
What is a SLAPP suit? Legal experts explain how these lawsuits suppress free speech
Legal experts see a current lawsuit against the environmental group Greenpeace as a classic example of using litigation to stifle public criticism.
March 11, 2025 • ~6 min
The US energy market has its troubles, though it may not be a ‘national emergency’
The US produces more oil today than any other country, and there is no clear emergency on the scale of the energy crises of the 1970s. But there are some causes for concern.
March 5, 2025 • ~10 min
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