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By Greg Russell On March 1, 2010

CWA - Navigable Waters

We have reported previously on the narrowing definition of "navigable waters" under the Clean Water Act, particularly with...


Tags: Clean Water Act, Energy

By Greg Russell On February 28, 2010

Bakken Shale

The WSJ has a good article on the potential of the Bakken Shale. Takeaway: "[T]echnological improvements in the past two years...


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On February 28, 2010

Rig Count

The rig count - and associated drilling activity - is on the rise despite low natural gas prices, according to this article in...


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On February 28, 2010

Local Impact

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting on the impact that Marcellus drilling is having on the local real estate market, and...


Tags: Energy

The WSJ has an article on the migration of shale exploration to our friends in the north, leading to uncertainty for Canadian...


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On February 22, 2010

Hybrid Climate Bill?

The Obama Administration is stepping up its efforts to pass a hybrid energy and climate bill, according to this article in the...


Tags: Energy, Environment

By Greg Russell On February 22, 2010

Smart Meters

The WSJ has an interesting article on the reluctance of utilities to compel the use of smart metering technology on customers....


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On February 21, 2010

Possible Drill-Bit Merger

The Houston Chronicle is reporting on a possible merger between service company giant Schlumberger and Smith International. If...


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On February 21, 2010

Congress to Investigate

The Oklahoman is reporting that the House Energy and Commerce Committee will be investigating the environmental risks allegedly...


Tags: Hydraulic Fracturing, Energy

By Greg Russell On February 18, 2010

Energy Mergers Expected

The NYT is reporting that energy company mergers are expected to increase this year. "This time, companies are focused on buying...


Tags: Energy

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