Category Archives: Energy

Gulf Oil Leak –

The Gulf oil spill has led to discussions on relating to the rolling back of tax breaks for oil companies.  The well is estimated to be leaking between 12,000 and 15,000 barrels a day.  There is more than enough blame … Continue reading

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Top Kill Method Fails –

After three days, the Top Kill method has failed and BP is already discussing alternative methods.  The oil and natural gas leak is one of the worst in history and plugging the well at a depth of 5,000 is very … Continue reading

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MMS Chief Resigns –

The head of the Minerals Management Service has resigned from the post.  There has also been a six month moratorium  placed on deep water drilling permits.  In addition, plans to drill off the Virginia coast have been cancelled and exploratory wells … Continue reading

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Washington Power Brokers –

Washington’s Power Brokers is an article that appears on the Forbes website.  A good political article is a frequent visitor of the Business In The Beltway section of the Forbes site.  The influence list includes players in the fields of … Continue reading

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CQ Energy & Climate –

The Congressional Quarterly-Roll Call Group launched the CQ Energy & Climate newsletter.  This service provides coverage of energy and environmental issues facing the government.  Bill tracking is one feature of the service that should prove to be invaluable.  Schedule information … Continue reading

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