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NPR show on Shale Gas

US Energy Secretary Steven Chu would like the National Petroleum Council to conduct studies on future transportation fuels and on prudent development of North American oil and gas resources, NPC members learned at their Sept. 17 meeting...For the North American resource development study, he asked NPC to reassess the production supply chain and infrastructure potential, and the contribution that gas can make in a transition to a lower-carbon fuel mix.
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Why Is Congress Agnostic About Natural Gas?

Fitz: Seems to me the coal lobby is relevant in the ACES legislation (cap-and-trade) but not the NAT GAS Act of 2009.

Forget About Natural Gas, Oil Field Services Sector Shows More Promise

Will Obama reach his goal of zero oil imports from the Middle East within ten years?
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Does Imported Oil Threaten U.S. National Security?
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The NAT GAS Act of 2009, H.R. 1835, was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 1 and has 77 bipartisan cosponsors. The Senate version of this bill, S. 1408, was introduced on July 8 by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT).
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Will NAT GAS Act of 2009 really pass in October?
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What is the Putin Plan?
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Energy Secretary Chu Wimps Out Again

Natural Gas Act is going to pass in October
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The NAT GAS Act of 2009, H.R. 1835, was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 1 and has 77 bipartisan cosponsors. The Senate version of this bill, S. 1408, was introduced on July 8 by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT).
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National Clean Energy Summit 2.0 video
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How Natural Gas Can Save the U.S. Economy

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even Energy Secretary Chu referring to the potential of natural gas to solve America's energy crisis...Secretary Chu's approach seemed more sensible when he referred to the gas as a transition fuel to a transportation economy based on EVs running on biofuels.
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How Natural Gas Can Save the U.S. Economy

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How Natural Gas Can Save the U.S. Economy

the research bill, HR 1622, passed 393-35, shows strong support. its intent is to streamline the conversion of existing gasoline cars into NGV without having to spend as much money doing it as it currently takes. things like mechanic certifications to convert to NGV and other silly government hoops that need to be repealed because they are too expensive or obstructionist are being addressed as well.

1622 is how best to transition efficiently, not IF we should make the transition. i think it will inform the NATGAS Act implementation, which , yes, I believe will pass in October.

How Natural Gas Can Save the U.S. Economy

Natural Gas Act is going to pass in October
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Natural gas vehicle research bill passes House
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Hatch said at a Capitol news conference. "But I've been less pleased with the growth of natural gas as a transportation fuel. I believe strongly that we need an extra push to spur on the greater use of natural gas, to get more natural gas vehicles on our roads."

Reid, D-Nev., said natural-gas vehicles could save consumers money and help the environment at the same time.

"We must get serious about using cleaner burning natural gas and renewable energy, and this legislation is a strong step in the right direction," Reid said.
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A bipartisan group of senators—including Majority Leader Harry Reid—yesterday introduced the “Nat Gas Act,” which would provide incentives for natural-gas-fueled vehicles. A similar bill has been introduced in the House.
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No Exit for Bernanke

What makes you think there will be a recovery to even worry about inflation? What you are talking about Peter is a decade or two away.

It's a Cutthroat Market

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said he was co-sponsoring a bill that offers a variety of tax breaks for the production and purchase of natural gas vehicles...Reid’s endorsement came with that of Sens. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., and Orin Hatch, R-Utah, giving the legislation support from both parties and two distinct regions.

Boren and Sullivan also got a northeastern lawmaker to sign on early to their bill, Rep. John Larson, a Connecticut Democrat. Boren said Wednesday he now has 73 co-sponsors.


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It's a Cutthroat Market

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Contact Cole Perryman for the latest on HR 1835
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What U.S. Needs Is Long-Term Comprehensive Energy Policy

let's hope Obama and Fiat do indeed have this in mind, but they must have. plus HR1835 of course.

What U.S. Needs Is Long-Term Comprehensive Energy Policy

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What U.S. Needs Is Long-Term Comprehensive Energy Policy

Without CNG how will Fiat achieve 40 mpg for 15% more equity?

Fiat will have the right to earn up to 15% in additional equity in three tranches of 5% – each in exchange for meeting performance metrics, including introducing a vehicle produced at a Chrysler factory in the U.S. that performs at 40 mpg; providing Chrysler with a distribution network in numerous foreign jurisdictions; and manufacturing state-of-the art, next generation engines at a U.S Chrysler facility.
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What U.S. Needs Is Long-Term Comprehensive Energy Policy

New CAFE Standards Solutions: In addition to today's meetings, electric, hybrid electric, compressed natural gas (CNG), and fuel cell vehicles -- all built by AIAM members -- are on display for lawmakers to learn about, including Mitsubishi's zero emissions electric i-MieV, Honda's third generation Insight hybrid and Toyota's third generation Prius hybrid.
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There is now a bill in Congress, H.R. 1835, which is known as the NAT GAS Act. This bill - which has generated more than 35 co-sponsors from both sides of the aisle -
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