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Governor Creates Fracking Task Force
The governor has created a task force to develop regulations for fracking.
"Propane Village" Opens In Raleigh
A training center opens in Raleigh this afternoon to highlight the latest uses for propane. North Carolina is the second largest user of the fuel.
US Ag Secretary Talks Biofuel In North Carolina
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack calls for contued pursuit of energy independence through biofuels
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Debate Fracking
Differences over the issue of fracking emerged in the first of a series of Democratic gubernatorial debates.
Duke-Progress File "Market Power" Plan
Duke and Progress Energy file "market power" mitigation plan with FERC.
Fracking Hearing Draws Hundreds
Opponents and supporters of hydraulic fracturing made their cases at a public hearing in Sanford.
Report: NC Not Ready for Hydraulic Fracturing
State officials say a report concludes North Carolina needs more regulations before it can proceed with hydraulic fracturing.
Raleigh Opens Sustainable Waste Services Facility
Raleigh has opened what it calls the nation's most sustainable solid waste services facility. The new operations center was built to LEED platinum standards.
Raleigh Seeks Alternative Energy Source
Dave DeWitt reports that Raleigh is hoping to build a hydroelectric generator at the Falls Lake Dam.
New Deadline for Duke - Progress Merger
A new deadline has been set for the proposed merging of Duke Energy and Progress Energy.
UNC Recycles Methane from Landfill
UNC-Chapel Hill and Orange County are collaborating to recycle methane gas from a local landfill.
NC Lawyers Get Training in Mineral Rights
A special workshop is taking place this week for North Carolina attorneys interested in knowing more about Mineral Rights and the controversial natural gas drilling process called "fracking."
TVA Settlement Funds Discussed
Public hearings start today to determine how NC should use funds from an $11.2 million TVA settlement.
Duke Research Dispels Clean Energy Myths
A new study from Duke and Georgia Tech researchers claims to debunk several myths surrounding the clean energy debate in the South. The researchers say there are myths on both sides of the debate.
Water Samples Scheduled for Lee and Chatham
USGS and Duke to collect water samples in Lee and Chatham counties before possible shale exploration.
"Fracking" Review Team in Raleigh
The hot topic of hydraulic fracturing for natural gas is being discussed in Raleigh with STRONGER panel.
$1.70 Gas to be a Reality for a Specialized Few
Piedmont-based PSNC Energy will begin selling compressed natural gas for $1.70-per-gallon at two locations in Raleigh with plans for a third in Gastonia.
Two NC Solar Projects Go Online
A 1.2 megawatt solar farm in Mt. Airy goes online today, as does a 500 kilowatt solar array in Warren County. Solar projects are coming online fast, but some expect a slowdown soon.
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