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Much talk -- no progress -- fossil fuel still the rule

Analysis: Roaring fossil fuels outpace green energy | Reuters: "(Reuters) - Fossil fuel investments will continue to outstrip low-carbon alternatives this year, darkening a sector struggling to shake off the financial crisis and sagging political momentum on climate change.

Soaring fossil fuel prices, where the European oil benchmark is pushing $100 a barrel, favor oil and coal producers, while falling gas prices have undermined wind power generation especially in the United States.

And the financial crisis has hit capital-intensive renewable energy projects, trimming demand for wind turbines, while the near-term solar future is clouded by cuts in European subsidies."

Letter: Environmental agenda must include transit | The Burlington Free Press | Burlington, Vermont

Letter: Environmental agenda must include transit | The Burlington Free Press | Burlington, Vermont: "When talking about energy and environment, transportation must be included in the agenda.

WAYNE MICHAUD
Bristol"