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ORNL assessment finds >65 GW of untapped hydropower in US rivers and streams

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The greatest hydropower potential was found in western US states, including Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Some of the environmental, technical and socioeconomic factors variables included: Endangered species; Federally protected lands; Water use and water quality concerns; Fishing and boating access.

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Norways Statoil to acquire Brigham Exploration for US$4.4B cash; entry into the US Bakken and Three Forks tight oil plays

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Brigham, based in Austin, Texas, has a strong position in the Bakken and Three Forks tight oil plays in the Williston Basin in North Dakota and Montana. are acting as financial advisors to Statoil and Vinson & Elkins LLP is acting as legal advisor to Statoil on this transaction. The total equity value is approximately US$4.4

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Former EPA exec Margo Oge explains the new federal emissions rules

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I think it’s one thing to have a commitment for 2030 and 2035, and it’s another thing to have to meet legal requirements and standards. Charged : As we discussed last time, the Trump administration tried to water down the federal regulations. The courts put them on hold, all these legal challenges. It has been on hold.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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states (Arizona, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, and Washington) and four Canadian provinces (British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec). nationals and legal residents. Gases: CO 2 emissions. Sources: Large electric generators. Coverage: 28% of CO 2 emissions. Western Climate Initiative (WCI). WCI covers seven U.S.

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