Energy Manipulation? (w/ Book Review: The Green Trap by Ben Bova)

While I’m on conspiracy theories, which may or may not exist, you can’t ignore the fact that energy policy is HIGHLY influenced by politicians who are HIGHLY influenced by special interest groups, many of which happen to be connected to Big Oil. Corporate greed trickles downhill. It makes me wonder why we haven’t made greater [...]

US Government Takes a Step Toward Renewable Energy

Here’s a recap of the major issues covered by the Energy Bill H. R. 6 Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act December 06, 2007 – The House agreed to the Senate amendments with amendments, made in order by the rule and printed in H. Rept. 110-474, to H.R. 6, to move the United States [...]

House Approves Big Energy Bill

 I’m not sure how big the energy bill is except that it is a step in the right direction. Reversing tax breaks for Big Oil is a plus. I’ve pulled some quotes and made comments: "We will send our energy dollars to the Midwest, not the Middle East," countered House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, referring to [...]