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WyoFile’s public records appeal in Two Elk case is denied

June 18, 2013

WyoFile requested information related to the suspension of a suspended $9.9M DOE grant to Two Elk developer North American Power Group.

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Fiscal Doomsday: How risky is Wyoming’s energy-based budget?

June 4, 2013

Wyoming’s budget depends on mineral revenue and federal funds, both of which are subject to fluctuations. What factors could prompt a worst-case scenario?

Environment Thumbnail image for Hunting a new kind of fugitive in the West

Hunting a new kind of fugitive in the West

May 7, 2013

The Rural West Initiative presents a video feature on the build-up of “fugitive” ozone gas emissions that are a invisible side effect of gas extraction.

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We voted differently on water pollution and that’s OK

Commentary by WyoFile April 30, 2013 April 30, 2013

Wyoming’s Oil and Gas Conservation Commissioners Ryan Lance and Tom Drean explain why their commission approved a disputed water proposal.

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Is coal making a comeback?

Commentary by High Country News April 9, 2013 April 9, 2013

A “symbiotic relationship” between natural gas and renewables has yet to make as much headway as hoped.

Energy Thumbnail image for Two Elk coal-fired power plant granted another delay

Two Elk coal-fired power plant granted another delay

April 2, 2013

After 17 years, Two Elk officials say they will begin construction in January 2014, if markets ‘solidify.’

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Long-delayed DKRW coal conversion plant lacks financing

March 31, 2013

Jason Lillegraven’s study of Carbon Basin geology has him convinced that DKRW’s project has too many faults.

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Wyoming is no North Dakota — but then, what state is?

Commentary by WyoFile March 19, 2013 March 19, 2013

Rep. Cynthia Lummis’ comparison of private vs. federal drilling left out some important facts.

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The myth of energy independence

Commentary by WyoFile January 15, 2013 January 15, 2013

The dream of energy independence has given way to the reality of energy interdependence, but energy companies are using the dream to chase profits.

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The Switch

December 28, 2012

COLD SNAP RUNNER-UP: The sun rises on a power line field in northeast Laramie. (Elizabeth Traver — click to enlarge)

Featured Thumbnail image for WyoFile’s Cold Snap Champ: Rob Koelling

WyoFile’s Cold Snap Champ: Rob Koelling

December 25, 2012

Wading through wind chill and snow, this year’s winner caught a glimpse of Wyoming’s biggest industry weathering the storm.

Environment Thumbnail image for Gas flaring riles homeowners in Converse County

Gas flaring riles homeowners in Converse County

December 11, 2012

While many welcome the economic boon of energy development, some nearby residents are concerned about health and safety.

Energy Thumbnail image for Pavillion driller blasts EPA contamination findings

Pavillion driller blasts EPA contamination findings

December 7, 2012

Encana Co. is calling on the EPA to withdraw a draft report that linked hydraulic fracturing in Wyoming to groundwater contamination in the Wyoming town.

Energy Thumbnail image for Oil & gas lease buy-back deal coming up short

Oil & gas lease buy-back deal coming up short

December 4, 2012

An historic effort to preserve land in Wyoming Range is racing to raise more than $3 million by the end of the year.

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Cold Snap Challenge: Focus on Energy

November 27, 2012

Attention Wyoming photographers: It’s time again to send us your best shots. This year, we’re looking for images of Wyoming’s booming energy industry.

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Voting Rights Act suit helps unseat incumbent in Fremont County

November 13, 2012

A court order to replace at-large voting for county commissioners with district elections in Fremont County has shifted the balance of power on the commission.

Energy Thumbnail image for Energy experts serve up dish of creamed coal

Energy experts serve up dish of creamed coal

October 9, 2012

Analysts attending a energy conference at the University of Wyoming largely agree that the coal industry is facing a future of decline.

Draw! Thumbnail image for Drill, Drill, Drill

Drill, Drill, Drill

September 7, 2012

When it comes to drilling, Greg Kearney wonders if the rigs could go elsewhere.

Energy Thumbnail image for Wyoming GOP energy plan: full-throttle domestic production

Wyoming GOP energy plan: full-throttle domestic production

August 28, 2012

Wyoming GOP energy plan: full-throttle domestic production
An oil pipeline in Jefferson County, Texas. Republicans in Wyoming and the federal government have recently rolled out a …

Energy Thumbnail image for In Search of Cleaner Coal: UWYO Showcases State-Funded Research

In Search of Cleaner Coal: UWYO Showcases State-Funded Research

August 27, 2012

Amid regional debates over coal, the state of Wyoming is investing millions of dollars each year to make the industry more economically secure and environmentally …