Rhetoric VS. Reality
Policy-makers are talking a lot about energy and energy policy. What fallows are some of the most frequently heard claims and proposals, along with realities that need to be considered when evaluating these claims.
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Local News
Exelon to delay closing of units in Phoenixville, Eddystone - Bizjournals.com
Oil hovers above $81 amid mixed US inventory data - BlueRidgeNow.com
CONSOL CEO Nicholas DeIullis: Marcellus has changed everything - Bizjournals.com
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Energy Events
Energy Forum News
John Manzella on Raising Energy Taxes
John Manzella, internationally-recognized author and speaker on trade, policy, business, and globalization, spoke about the impact of higher energy taxes on the economy and American consumers on the Neal Asbury radio show, a production of Atlantic Radio Network (ARN).
More Taxes Limits Access to Energy Resources
The Heritage Foundation: "Despite President Obama's rhetoric about advancing the interests of America's middle class, his policies will cost Americans more money, limit their access to America's energy resources, and provide little, if any, environmental benefit."
Raising Taxes in these Economic Times is a Recipe for Disaster
The Administration's proposed FY 2010 budget calls for at least $400 billion in new taxes and fees on the oil and natural gas industry. With America in the midst of an economic recession, now is not the time to impose new taxes.
National News
from EnergyTomorrow.comMurdock: Offshore rig offers energy alternative
Oil drilling will stimulate our state economy
Windy talks vs. oil needs
Energy Myth
Myth: Wind generates a significant amount of electricity in the United States.
Fact: According to the U.S. Department of Energy, in 2008, wind represented 1.3% of all electricity generated in the United States.