Fossil Fuels

S.F. to Shutter Lone Fossil Fuel Power Plant

After years of debate, San Francisco plans to close the diesel- and natural gas-burning Potrero Hill Plant, one of the dirtiest facilities in California, by January 1, reports John Coté.

December 24, 2010 - San Francisco Chronicle

Awash In Natural Gas

A veteran gas producer claims that the U.S. may be 'drowning in natural gas'. Interestingly, the gas has always been there - it's technology advancements that make the Marcellus shale deposits from N.Y. to W.V. and accessible.

September 23, 2009 - NPR-Morning Edition

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