Energy and Capital Archives

California's Oil Revival

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted February 14, 2013

Keith Kohl explains why California is about to kick-start its oil industry with the next big shale play.

Israel Gas Company to Fund Pipeline

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 14, 2013

Major gas finds in the Mediterranean sea have created a need for gas infrastructure, and Israel's state-owned company has big projects planned...

California Fracking

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 14, 2013

As areas like North Dakota, Texas, and Pennsylvania take off in a shale boom, California doesn't want to be left out...

Chesapeake (NYSE: CHK) and 3M (NYSE: MMM) Explore CNG

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 14, 2013

After announcing a collaboration with Chesapeake Energy (NYSE: CHK) on CNG vehicle technology, 3M (NYSE: MMM) has revealed its first CNG tank...

Chinese Coal Demand

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 14, 2013

Coal was once the clear leader in the U.S. for electricity generation. But demand is slipping as cheap natural gas gains...

Bakken 101

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 13, 2013

Williston, North Dakota, is renowned for two things: legendary NBA Coach Phil Jackson grew up there, and it's ground zero for America's energy renaissance.

MidAmerican Considers Nuclear Plant

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 13, 2013

As its coal operations fall to the wayside, MidAmerican Energy is looking for a clean, long-term solution in the form of nuclear...

American Airlines and US Airways to Merge

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted February 13, 2013

With the American Airlines and US Airways merger, four main airlines will control global travel. And as oil prices rise, this could mean trouble for ticket prices. You heard it here first...

Australia's Queensland Oil Shale Development

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 13, 2013

After the development of strict regulations and environmental protocols, Australia's Queensland has given the green light for shale oil development...

Coal-Fired Power Generation Growth

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 13, 2013

After being pushed down by low natural gas prices, coal-fired power generation is growing again, and it could continue to do so if natural gas prices climb...

U.S. Solar Power in 2013

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 12, 2013

Wind installations took the lead in the U.S. in 2012, but this year could shape up to highlight solar energy...

Gulfport Energy Increases Utica Shale Stake

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted February 12, 2013

As drillers start to reach below the Marcellus and into the Utica shale deposit, companies are increasing their interest...