Energy and Capital Archives

Biodiesel Regulations Support Green Companies

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 18, 2012

The EPA's revision of renewable volume obligation for fuels supported biodiesel companies...

Japan Eyes North American LNG Imports

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 18, 2012

As Japan attempts to cut back on nuclear power, it eyes cheap North American shale gas...

Natural Gas Could Reach $4 This Year

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 18, 2012

As companies pare back natural gas exploration, prices are set to inch upward...

Iran Threats Pushes Brent Higher

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted September 17, 2012

Editor Keith Kohl breaks down what it would take for oil prices to spike over $200 per barrel.

LDK Solar (NYSE: LDK) Takes a Hit, Revises Outlook

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 17, 2012

LDK Solar (NYSE: LDK) is one of the Chinese solar companies affected by the anti-dumping measures, and shares hit a historic low on Monday...

Researchers Discover Way to Reduce Fracking Wastewater

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted September 17, 2012

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have created a way to break down the chemicals in fracking wastewater, and now they're working with two companies to develop this on a larger scale...

Toyota (NYSE TM) to Roll Out Electric SUV

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 17, 2012

Toyota (NYSE: TM) has revamped its RAV4 to create the first all-electric SUV...

Shell's Alaskan Drilling Stopped for the Year

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 17, 2012

After six years and numerous setbacks, Shell was able to begin its Arctic drilling, but after only a day it was stopped again.

Solar Investment Opportunities

Written by Jeff Siegel
Posted September 16, 2012

Buy these two stocks while solar stocks crash.

Ford (NYSE: F) Reducing Rare Earths in EVs

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 16, 2012

To keep with the new fuel efficiency standards, Ford is focusing on electric or electrified cars. But it will also limit the problem of expensive rare earths...

Detroit Automakers Laud Natural Gas Vehicles

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 16, 2012

The U.S. shale boom was applauded by domestic automakers, who foresee a shift in transportation fuel...

With Sufficient Turbines, Wind Could Power the World

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted September 16, 2012

Previous research has said the world has too little wind potential, but a study from Stanford and the University of Delaware says differently...