It’s that time of year, when I am compiling the year’s top energy stories. As I typically like to do, I would like to solicit input from readers on what should be included in a […]
The Cost of Production and Energy Return of Oil Sands
Introduction Today’s article continues the series covering my recent trip to the Athabasca oil sands around Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is an annual trip that the Canadian government hosts for energy journalists, and expenses for […]
How Alberta’s Oil Sands are Produced
Introduction I spent the first week of November in the heart of the Athabasca oil sands around Fort McMurray, Alberta. I was there as a guest of the Canadian government, which hosts annual tours for small […]
Oil Sands and the Environment – Part II
Introduction Today I continue coverage of my recent visit to the Athabasca oil sands near Fort McMurray, Alberta. I was there as a guest of the Canadian government, which hosts annual tours for small groups […]
Oil Sands and the Environment – Part I
Introduction I spent the past week in the heart of the Athabasca oil sands in Fort McMurray, Alberta. I was there as a guest of the Canadian government, which hosts annual tours for small groups […]
Soliciting Reader Questions for Oil Sands Tour
On Sunday, November 3rd, I am heading to Fort McMurray, Alberta for a tour of the oil sands operations. Here are the details from the initial email that I received inviting me on the trip: […]
The Lasting Impact of the 1973 Oil Embargo
America’s Wake Up Call Forty years ago Americans were getting a wake up call on energy security. For the first time, the point was being driven home that America’s energy security was increasingly determined by […]
The Ice That Burns
A Kindred Spirit I have a very busy travel schedule this week, so this one is a little bit late and a bit rushed. Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Gal Luft, co-director […]
Why Gasoline Prices are Falling
Fall Means Falling Gasoline Prices Fall is always a welcome change of pace for most people after a long, hot summer. Not only from the temperatures, but fall almost always brings relief at the gasoline […]
Government Mandated Spending: A Lesson in Wasted Tax Dollars
Deja Vu All Over Again A couple of weeks ago the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Inspector General released an audit report on how well taxpayer money has been utilized in the pursuit […]