Energy and Capital Archives

The Peak Oil Squeeze

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted October 19, 2011

Major oil companies are being forced into unconventional oil and gas plays. Find out how their greed can become your profit.

Nuclear Opportunities in Japan

Written by Jeff Siegel
Posted October 18, 2011

Editor Jeff Siegel uncovers the latest on Japan's nuclear power industry.

Solar: The Industry for Jobs

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 18, 2011

The Solar Foundation reveals some promising numbers for the solar industry's job growth rate, including an estimated 24% job growth in the next year.

Nuclear, Oil, Gas, Renewables - All on Table

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted October 17, 2011

We are at the beginning of a massive transition in the way we think about, use, and produce energy. It's ongoing and it's slow-moving... but it's happening.

Wall Street Protesters Embrace Capitalism

Written by Jeff Siegel
Posted October 16, 2011

Editor Jeff Siegel discusses opportunities in Slow Money.

Solar Shingles on the Market in Colorado

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 16, 2011

We told you about Dow Chemical's innovative new solar shingles. Now the product has launched in the Colorado market.

The Williston Basin: North Dakota's Gold Mine

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 16, 2011

North Dakota is in an age of an oil boom as new technology allows for more extraction. And a Norwegian oil giant is acquiring Brigham Exploration for a chance at this oil.

Energy in 2030

Written by Nick Hodge
Posted October 14, 2011

When in doubt, I always turn to the military for long-term guidance. They plan ahead, fund new technologies, and adopt them earliest.

GE Enters the Solar Market

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted October 13, 2011

GE is trying to re-enter the solar market, this time with a big plan in mind: the company will build the largest solar panel factory in America.

Canada's Oil Dynasty

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted October 13, 2011

Every oil and gas dynasty has humble origins. For Canada, that place is Turner Valley. How Alberta, Canada is securing its future wealth, now.

Panasonic Chosen To Supply 80,000 Batteries To Tesla Motors

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Panasonic and Tesla have developed a line of batteries that are made specifically for electric automobiles. The two companies began teaming up back in 2009.

NRC Issues Areva License for Uranium Plant

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted October 12, 2011

Nuclear Engineering International reports "Eagle Rock will have an annual production capacity of approximately 3.3 million SWU, and there will be the possibility of doubling that capacity if market...