Natural gas is widely regarded as a “bridge” fuel on the road to green energy sources. But new research shows that without adequate policies, methane could produce at least the same amount of pollution as coal. Five teams of researchers from around the world used different methods to model the amount of pollution emitted during the production of electricity based on methane. They all reached … [Read more...]
Utah’s gasoline Price tax likely to be hiked by Lawmakers
After keeping the gasoline taxes unchanged for 17 long years, several state lawmakers are mulling over raising the taxes. The decision to this effect was taken during a meeting on Wednesday. According to the reports, a transportation panel has proposed hiking the state tax by 1.5 cents per gallon every year over the next five years. "We're at a critical tipping point," said Rep. Johnny … [Read more...]