With oil prices beginning to show signs of recovering from 12-year lows, and prices at the pump nearing time-machine-like levels, we reflect on why the oil industry is vital to the American economy, and why higher oil prices might help American oil companies stay competitive.
Fracking Makes for Cheap Electricity
The cost of electricity in the United States fell dramatically in 2015 — a decrease largely attributed to the cheap costs of natural gas as a result of practices like fracking. Yet, regulations proposed by the EPA threaten those low costs.
Why Application Method Matters: Improve Dust Control Efforts by Over 60%
While there are a number of ways to control dust from industrial enterprises, not all techniques are created equal. The proper method can dramatically increase efficiency and decrease dust levels, saving both time and money.
H2No: Why Water Is a Poor Dust Control Method
While the application of water to untreated surfaces may reduce dust in the short-term, it’s far from perfect as a long-term solution. What alternatives are available for dealing with this age-old industrial problem?
Nebraskan County Explores Health Impacts of Road Dust
Plattsmouth residents await the results of a study into the effects of road dust on their health. No matter what the study tells them, however, Plattsmouth needs a new way to keep dust safely contained.