Energy

President Obama's environmental plan won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.

For Some States, New Emissions Rules Will Force A Power Shift

2:36pm August 05, 2015

by Jim Zarroli

The federal rules will deal a big blow to some energy sectors — especially coal. The change won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.

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It may be August, but in the office it feels like January. And there's a mysterious man to blame.

Women, There's A Reason Why You're Shivering In The Office

1:11pm August 05, 2015

by Rae Ellen Bichell

Air conditioning standards are based on the needs of a 155-pound man. Researchers say it's time to admit that women don't need to be chilled as much and crank up the thermostat.

Jim and Lyn Schneider installed solar panels and batteries because bringing grid power to their house in central Wyoming was going to cost around $80,000.

When Relying On The Sun, Energy Storage Remains Out Of Reach

8:02pm August 04, 2015

by Leigh Paterson

The ability to store energy could revolutionize the way electricity is made and used. But for many utility companies and regular folks, energy storage is still too costly and difficult.

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Obama's Climate Plan Faces Huge Political Challenges

10:52am August 04, 2015

by Scott Horsley

Even before he officially unveiled it, President Obama's plan to cut the carbon pollution produced by power plants faced significant opposition.

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Obama Challenges Power Engineers To Do More With Less

10:52am August 04, 2015

by Christopher Joyce

If the president's Clean Power Plan survives legal and political challenges, the nation's electricity industry will have 15 years to remake itself and reduce CO2 emissions by a hefty margin.

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How EPA Rules Would Hit Coal-Heavy West Virginia

10:52am August 04, 2015

Host Melissa Block speaks to West Virginia University law professor James Van Nostrand about the impact of EPA power plant rules in his state.

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Obama Aims To Tighten Restrictions On Plants' Greenhouse Gas Emissions

6:28am August 04, 2015

by Jeff Brady

On Monday, President Obama will unveil tougher rules designed to cut carbon emissions from U.S. power plants. If the proposed plan clear legal hurdles, the nation's power grid would face big changes.

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In Alabama, including this station near Montgomery, gasoline prices are below the national average, in part, because of low fuel taxes.

Oil Prices Tumble Again, Hurting Drillers But Helping Drivers

6:49pm August 03, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

Oil prices are falling, down sharply since mid-June to just over $45 a barrel. That has affected gasoline prices, now down to an average of $2.65 a gallon, about 85 cents less than a year ago.

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President Obama delivers remarks at a Clean Power Plan event at the White House on Monday.

President Obama Unveils New Power Plant Rules In 'Clean Power Plan'

4:03pm August 03, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Key elements include a requirement that would cut the power industry's carbon pollution by 32 percent below 2005 levels in the next 15 years.

Winds Of Change? Rhode Island Hopes For First Offshore Wind Farm

4:04pm August 02, 2015

by Ambar Espinoza

Rhode Island is trying to have more success than a similar project off the coast of Massachusetts. However some residents worry the farm will disrupt the ocean view.

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