Please enjoy today’s energy debate watch, a collection of news stories and perspectives about energy, environment and climate related issues. These articles are provided to keep Terra Rossa readers informed about the current public energy debate but are not intended to express the views of the blog. Let us know your thoughts on these articles or tell us about other current items of interest in the comment thread below.
What it would take to put the brakes on global warming
Washington Post 07.15.07
If the majority of climate scientists are right, the sheer immensity of the global warming problem can make mortal measures look hopelessly tiny.
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Solar power wins enthusiasts but not money
New York Times 07.16.07
The trade association for the nuclear power industry recently asked 1,000 Americans what energy source they thought would be used most for generating electricity in 15 years. The top choice? Not nuclear plants, or coal or natural gas. The winner was the sun, cited by 27 percent of those polled.
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How Rove charmed a Clinton crowd
National Journal 07.13.07
Rove argued that a carbon tax would not be so simple. Adjusting the impact so that, for instance, it did not fall too heavily on people forced to drive long distances because of where they live would be complicated.
Clive Crook is a senior writer for National Journal magazine, where “Wealth Of Nations” appears. His e-mail address is ccrook@nationaljournal.com.
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