Settled Science
The Debate over Global Warming’s “Pause” Rages On

A new argument has erupted over an old, contentious climate study.

Pipeline Politics
Does Canada Still Need Keystone?

Trump’s support isn’t by itself enough to finish construction on the languishing pipeline.

Settled Science
Climate “Quirk” Protecting US from Hurricanes

Another day, another revelation in the world of “settled” climate science.

Frack Baby Frack
Population Density Is America’s Shale Success Secret

People generally don’t live near shale formations in the United States.

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Trump's Cabinet
Trump’s EPA Pick Doesn’t Care Much for the EPA

Greens are spooked by Trump’s nomination of Scott Pruitt. Should they be?

Pipeline Politics
Dakota Pipeline Protests Putting More Crude on Trains

Less crude traveling by pipeline just means more crude traveling by rail. That’s a danger to public health.

Crude Economics
OPEC Cuts Output, US Shale Rejoices

OPEC just cut its oil output for the first time since 2008. America may emerge the biggest winner.

Sour Spot
Will Trump End Our Biofuel Boondoggle…or Double Down on It?

Our biofuel mandates are a policy disaster. Can the Trump Administration fix them? Does it even want to?

Future Food
Scientists Hack Photosynthesis to Help Feed the Planet

Researchers discovered a way to increase photosynthetic efficiency—and plant growth—by 15 percent.

Profit Problems
Solar Still Can’t Make Money

The renewable energy source can’t flourish if it can’t turn a profit. Elon Musk’s ambitious approach may be even smarter than it seems.

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