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Energy
Coal prices are way up and long-term commitments from customers are hard to find
by
Andy Uhler
Jun 2, 2022
Traditionally, when coal prices spike, many plants switch to natural gas. But with natural gas prices at record highs too, some power providers are at a loss.
A 3-pronged approach to adopting clean power
by
Andy Uhler
, Rose Conlon
and Meredith Garretson
May 30, 2022
In a new book, "Confronting Climate Gridlock," Rice University’s Daniel Cohan says technological innovation is only one piece of the puzzle.
Energy stocks are now the belle of the Wall Street ball
by
Andy Uhler
May 24, 2022
Energy investors have profited as prices climbed. But companies hesitate to boost production, even though costs weigh on consumers.
U.S. coal isn't counting on Europe for a comeback
by
Lily Jamali
May 17, 2022
The coal industry's decline over the last decade has made scaling up tough, even as prices surge.
A program designed to help low-income people pay for heating faces the need to pay for AC
May 17, 2022
The climate crisis has made it a necessity.
Energy is getting more expensive. More middle-income families are struggling to pay.
May 16, 2022
Between a quarter and a third of U.S. households are said to be energy insecure, and many don't qualify for aid.
Should utilities rethink the power transmission model?
by
Andy Uhler
May 9, 2022
Some say lawmakers are trying to solve 21st century problems with 20th century solutions.
For public good, not for profit.
What does the current energy crisis mean for the clean energy transition?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Apr 28, 2022
The war in Ukraine is forcing the U.S. to reconsider its dependence on oil.
War in Ukraine could affect food and energy prices through 2024, World Bank says
by
David Brancaccio
, Alex Schroeder
and Rose Conlon
Apr 28, 2022
Wheat prices could increase more than 40% and energy more than 50% this year, according to the bank's president, David Malpass.
Coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels, is in high demand
by
Lily Jamali
Apr 26, 2022
While coal is having a resurgence as a fuel source, the spike in its use may not last.