Originally lauded as a jobs creator and a friendly source of energy, the Canadian pipeline from Alberta to Nebraska has become a source of controversy, with environmentalists crying foul. However, the facts of the matter say otherwise.
Will Denationalizing Indian Coal Help the Energy Crisis?
India is facing serious coal shortages, and the call to denationalize coal is stronger than ever. Will an industry-wide revamp avert economic meltdown?
Thanks to the Natural Resource Industry, Canada’s Job Economy Is Back on Track
According to a new report on Canada’s labor market, the country added thousands of jobs last month in the natural resource and energy industries. The benefits are clear: more energy production means more jobs, and, in turn, a booming economy.
Unpaved Road Dust Study Demonstrates Need for Control
Although dirt roads will always kick up a bit of dust, a recent report from the University of North Dakota has brought a veritable sandstorm of controversy to rural areas. The problem with airborne dust particles is that they aren’t just annoying — they pose a serious threat to livestock, the environment, and our health.
Gravel Mine Approved Near Roosevelt’s Cabin
With plans for development recently announced in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, this site has become a symbol to many of the conflicting imperatives of industry and conservation. It doesn’t have to be so — read on to find out how.