by Kenda Hanuman | Dec 13, 2015 | Pipelines, Sustainability
Pipeline opponents this week charged that Kinder Morgan is in “financial freefall,” and called into question the company’s ability to safely build Northeast Energy Direct, which would transport natural gas from Pennsylvania through New York and New...
by Bob Day | Dec 12, 2015 | Wind
Researchers at the University of Virginia have received a grant that will allow them to develop large wind turbines to generate power. Source: UVA Researchers Receive Grant for Wind Turbines
by Bob Day | Dec 9, 2015 | Climate Change, Renewables, Solar, Sustainability
Achieving 100 percent renewable energy is becoming “the new normal” in the fight to solve climate change. At the Climate Summit for Local Leaders at COP21 Source: Leonardo DiCaprio: Ready for 100%
by Bob Day | Dec 9, 2015 | Accidents, Compressor Stations, Health & Safety, Pipelines, Politics of energy
The federal agency charged with overseeing environmental impacts has never blocked construction of a proposed pipeline. Source: Does the US Government Actually Regulate Pipelines?
by Bob Day | Dec 8, 2015 | Climate Change, FERC communications, PEIS
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA HOUSE OF DELEGATES RICHMOND DISTRICT: (804) 698-1069 • FAX (804) 698-6769 • EMAIL: delegate.carr@betsycarr.org COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS: GENERAL LAWS TRANSPORTATION Appropriations BETSY B. CARR POST OFFICE BOX 406 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23218...
by Bob Day | Dec 7, 2015 | Compressor Stations, Health & Safety
In the 21st century, here in our region, another cruel assault is unfolding. On this occasion, however, the targets are two long-established religious groups in central Virginia. The invader this time is Dominion Resources, a Richmond-based for-profit company granted...
by Bob Day | Dec 2, 2015 | Climate Change, Politics of energy
61 percent of residents in states suing the EPA actually agree with the Clean Power Plan. Source: 26 Attorneys General Are Suing The EPA. The Public Only Agrees With Them In 3 States.
by Kenda Hanuman | Dec 2, 2015 | Fossil Fuels, Renewables
COP21: 10 THINGS THE NEGOTIATORS NEED TO KNOW Source: Presentation title to go here – 2015-11-23-COP21-10-things-the-negotiators-need-to-know.pdf
by Kenda Hanuman | Nov 30, 2015 | Climate Change
What do we know about global warming? Climate change explained in six graphics #COP21 Source: BBC News – What is climate change?
by Bob Day | Nov 29, 2015 | Politics of energy
The commission reached that conclusion during its regular biennial review of Dominion’s earnings. Source: SCC orders Dominion to refund $19.7M to Virginia customers – Richmond Times-Dispatch: Ap
by Bob Day | Nov 29, 2015 | Renewables, Solar, Sustainability
solar movement hitting Richmond
by Bob Day | Nov 28, 2015 | Climate Change, Fossil Fuels, Renewables
2015 is on track to be the hottest year in recorded history, and this December world governments will meet in Paris for the biggest climate talks since 2009. Right now, commitments by world governments are falling short of where the world needs them to be. We need way...
by Bob Day | Nov 26, 2015 | Climate Change, Sustainability
Source: Official YouTube Blog: Climate change affects the things we love. #OursToLose
by Bob Day | Nov 26, 2015 | Economic Impacts, Politics of energy
Fred Costello is creating an open market for solar providers, in a move he describes as encouraging innovation and a competitive marketplace. Source: Florida State Rep Challenges Energy Monopoly
by Bob Day | Nov 26, 2015 | Climate Change, Renewables
The technological capability exists for the entire world to be powered with renewable energy, researchers have found. It’s the political willpower that’s in question. Source: Researchers: The World Could Go Green by 2050
by Bob Day | Nov 25, 2015 | FERC communications, PEIS, Regulatory Permit Process
ferc response to peis
by Bob Day | Nov 25, 2015 | Climate Change
The UN climate talks begin next week. A strong climate agreement may be the turning point we need to begin protecting our planet from the worst impacts of climate change.Watch the video to find out what’s at stake at the Paris climate talks and share the video...
by Bob Day | Nov 24, 2015 | Climate Change, Economic Impacts
October was the sixth month in a row of the warmest temperatures ever recorded. That’s according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Source: Measuring the Climate-Services of Forests to Fight Global Warming | WVTF
by Kenda Hanuman | Nov 23, 2015 | Climate Change, Politics of energy
William Ruckelshaus, who this week will receive the presidential medal of freedom, says candidates are harming US’s reputation ahead of Paris climate talks Source: First EPA chief accuses Republicans of ignoring science for political gain | Environment | The...
by Bob Day | Nov 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
Get the latest news video clips from NBC New York. Check out breaking video news and clips, including the most popular sports, entertainment, and weather videos. Source: Westchester Homeowners Battle Energy Company Over Pipeline Project | NBC New York
by Bob Day | Nov 14, 2015 | Climate Change, Renewables
Bill Nye teamed up with Arnold Schwarzenegger to confront climate denial head on in an episode of National Geographic’s Explorer, Bill Nye’s Global Meltdown Source: Bill Nye + Arnold Schwarzenegger Confront Climate Denial Head On
by Bob Day | Nov 13, 2015 | Climate Change, Conservation, Politics of energy
Words matter. Source: Canada Now Has A Minister Of Climate Change
by Kenda Hanuman | Nov 12, 2015 | Fossil Fuels, Regulatory Permit Process
Sign this petition to Rickey R. Hass, Inspector General, The United States House of Representatives, The United States Senate, and President Barack Obama: We call on our Federal Legislators, the President, and the Inspector General of DOE to:• Conduct an INVESTIGATION...
by Bob Day | Nov 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
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by Bob Day | Nov 9, 2015 | FERC communications, Regulatory Permit Process
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BEFORE THE FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION November 6, 2015 MOTION TO INTERVENE ADDENDA OUT OF TIME Pursuant to Section 15 of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. § 717n) (“NGA”), and Rule 214 of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s...
by Bob Day | Nov 8, 2015 | Climate Change
This December, leaders, experts, and advocates will gather in Paris as all the nations of the world come together to finalize a new global climate agreement. Let’s make sure they hear our voice. #earthtoparis Source: Earth To Paris
by Bob Day | Nov 6, 2015 | Politics of energy
A decision on the controversial pipeline. Source: Obama rejects Keystone XL project, citing U.S. climate leadership – The Washington Post
by Kenda Hanuman | Nov 4, 2015 | Accidents, Health & Safety
Jeffrey Wiese, the nation’s top oil and gas pipeline safety official, recently strode to a dais beneath crystal chandeliers at a New Orleans hotel to let his audience in on an open secret: the regulatory process he oversees is “kind of dying.”Wiese...
by Bob Day | Nov 4, 2015 | Politics of energy
Gov. Terry McAuliffe wants state agencies to brief his office before department employees comment publicly about two deeply controversial interstate natural gas pipeline projects that have received the governor’s blessing. Source: Governor’s office to coordinate...
by Bob Day | Oct 24, 2015 | Climate Change, Renewables, Sustainability
One interesting part of the article is the push to renewable to avoid an early rush to gas. This would possibly make gas pipelines less in demand for a quick substitution that ultimately leaves unused hardware in the ground and devastating scars on the land In the...
