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Wild Fire Burns Homes In Lake Hughes, California

DOE released a report examining the impacts of climate change on the nation’s energy and electricity infrastructure, including an assessment of ongoing efforts and potential opportunities to improve the energy sector’s climate resilience.   On July 11, 2013, the Department of Energy (DOE) released a report examining current and future impacts of climate change on… Keep reading →

Offshore Drilling Could Return To California If Lawmakers Approve Budget

A rise in well permitting in recent weeks seems to point to robust drilling activity in the second half of this year, according to Barclays. The bank monitors permitting data in 30 states, which has been on an upward trajectory of late. Onshore drilling permit activity showed a 4% increase month-over-month in June, adjusted to… Keep reading →

Offshore Drilling Could Return To California If Lawmakers Approve Budget

Three energy bills approved by the House Natural Resources Committee aim to expand federal onshore and offshore drilling by improving access to Atlantic and Pacific areas, Indian lands, and the National Petroleum Reserve – Alaska (NPR-A). On June 12, 2013, the House Natural Resources Committee voted in favor of three bills – Offshore Energy and… Keep reading →