{FD} US becoming more energy independent, on path to being ‘biggest oil producer in the world’
With consumers seeing gas prices at a seven-year high, they might be a little skeptical when the president makes comments like this one in April: “We’re very strong on energy, we’re essentially now energy independent.” Continue reading →
{FD} Power grids getting high on pot: States roll out laws to make cannabis industry more energy efficient
As marijuana legalization spreads to more states, one of biggest unanticipated impacts is on the power grid. Continue reading →
{FD} Direction, future of US solar panel industry in conflict after Trump’s tariffs
When President Donald Trump fulfilled a major campaign promise in January by imposing tariffs on imported solar panels, no one was happier than SolarWorld Americas CEO Juergen Stein. Continue reading →
{FD} Kansas’ tale of two governors: Senate confirmation delay creates awkward situation in Topeka
Although Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback looked like a man in charge when he gave his State of the State speech, Kansans hadn’t known he would be the one giving it until a week beforehand. Continue reading →
{FD} Airlines battle growing pilot shortage that could reach crisis levels in a few years
It’s a great time to be studying to be pilot. Continue reading →
{FD} Brazen thieves targeting gun stores as ATF sees dramatic rise in firearm thefts
The criminals show no hesitation. Continue reading →
{FD} Arizona Flash flood: Rescue workers still searching for missing man, 27
The search is still on for a 27-year-old man authorities say has been missing since a flash flood slammed into a popular swimming area on the East Verde River, about 100 miles northeast of Phoenix on Saturday. Continue reading →