Thu, Oct 13, 2011
In a weakened economy with few companies hiring, 1 million U.S. veterans are unemployed. Their figurative light at the end of the tunnel could come by way of the literal, however, through a pilot program called Troops to Energy Jobs. “A jobless rate of 30 percent for veterans is a disgrace, and we need to […]
Fri, Oct 7, 2011
Nuclear energy must be part of a low-carbon portfolio as the world seeks to meet electricity demand with cleaner sources of energy. Nuclear energy produces electricity for one in every five American homes and businesses. It is the only zero-carbon-emissions technology capable of providing reliable electricity on a massive scale. The U.S. nuclear industry’s commitment […]
Wed, Oct 5, 2011
A mid-Missouri state representative says building a new nuclear plant would provide 20 times more jobs than the current job creation and tax reform legislation being considered in the General Assembly. Rep. Chris Kelly, D-Columbia, sponsors legislation that would allow voters statewide to decide whether or not to keep the current construction work in process […]
Tue, Oct 4, 2011
Ameren Corp. plans to close two power plants in Illinois by the end of the year, and the utility blames the cost of complying with new pollution rules issued by the Environmental Protection Agency. The St. Louis-based utility will shut down plants in Meredosia and Hutsonville. Ninety jobs will be eliminated, though Ameren says it […]
Mon, Oct 3, 2011
Missourians spend more per person to heat, cool and power their homes and businesses than 44 other states. Can the Show-Me State do better? The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, a nonprofit group based in Washington, thinks it can and has taken a special interest in Missouri. The group, also known as ACEEE, in […]
Mon, Oct 3, 2011
A new survey indicates that few consumers are taking advantage of tax rebates and incentives for energy efficiency upgrades on appliances, light bulbs, air conditioners and other items. St. Louis-based Emerson commissioned Harris Interactive to perform the study in recognition of October as National Energy Awareness Month. More than 70 percent of respondents said they […]
