The past year has brought plenty of change in the electricity markets and in energy markets in general. A vast shift in the public policy debate took place in Washington, D.C., and state capitals, bringing about the real prospect of legislation imposing restrictions or costs on carbon dioxide emissions.
At the same time, the debate over the nation’s dependence on foreign sources of energy continues. Utilizing the United States' vast supply of coal resources could help alleviate our dependence on foreign energy - but addressing concerns about the environmental impacts of this resource is essential.
Use the links below to find out about the energy industry, about up-and-coming advanced technologies, and about other organizations that are paving the way to a cleaner and more secure U.S. energy future.