With climate change, US presidents matter

Yesterday, President Barack Obama became the first president who has taken a stand to stop climate change. Actually, that isn’t quite true.

Amid Pipeline and Climate Debate, Energy-Efficiency Bill Is Derailed

WASHINGTON — A bipartisan bill to encourage energy efficiency in buildings died in the Senate on Monday, derailed by the contentious debate over the Keystone XL pipeline and President Obama’s plans to issue new climate change regulations.

Leaks in Natural Gas System Seen Exceeding EPA Estimate

A study funded by a foundation tied to the pioneer of hydraulic fracturing found methane leaks from drilling and transporting natural gas are greater than U.S. estimates, undercutting the fuel’s climate benefits.

Keystone Report Said Likely to Disappoint Foes on Climate

The U.S. State Department is preparing a report that will probably disappoint environmental groups and opponents of the Keystone pipeline, according to people who have been briefed on the draft of the document.

US oil output beats imports for first time in 18 years

US domestic crude oil production has exceeded oil imports for the first time since 1995, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA).

Keystone Pipeline Project Faces Nebraska Court Showdown

The proposed Keystone XL pipeline faces a court challenge in Nebraska, where three property owners contend state lawmakers gave the governor illegal power to take away their land for the project.

Obama, GOP Face Showdown Over EPA Nomination

The White House is headed for a showdown with Senate Republicans over President Obama's pick to head the Environmental Protection Agency.