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Energy on the High Plains
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Water issues on board's minds Liberal, Kan. (2009-11-17) Water use from the Ogallala Aquifer is still unsustainable. This and other major water issues are on citizens' minds in Kansas.
Transmission-line contractors named Amarillo, Texas (2009-02-10) The grand project that would sell electricity generated by Texas Panhandle winds to the state's urban centers is one step closer to reality. The private firms Cross Texas Transmission and Sharyland Utilities will build lines in the southeastern and south central Panhandle.
Texas dairy looks to profit from earth-friendly practices Hartley, Texas (2008-12-09) The Omega Dairy in Hartley is proud of the milk it sells for cheese production. But another product- manure- holds plenty of commercial possibility. Right now, the dairy uses the manure for composting. In the future, the facility may add a methane digester, which could help the dairy achieve energy self-sufficiency as well as reducing greenhouse emissions.
Sunflower files lawsuit Garden City, Kan. (2008-11-27) Sunflower Electric has filed a federal lawsuit for injunctive relief against KDHE Secretary Rod Bremby, Governor Kathleen Sebelius, and Lt. Governor Mark Parkinson.
Pampa hopes local boom weathers national hard times Pampa, Texas (2008-11-04) A surge in oil and natural gas production has kept Pampa's economy growing. The promise of wind energy development has locals preparing for even more growth. But a housing shortage could develop if Pampa can't create new homes for new residents.
Carbon dioxide regulation Garden City, Kan. (2008-09-25) Regulating a greenhouse gas like carbon dioxide affects not just the environment, but the economy and consumers. Kansas Congressman of the First District Jerry Moran and opponent James Bordonaro explain their views on carbon dioxide regulation.
New transmission lines for Kansas, Oklahoma Amarillo, Texas (2008-08-04) The Southwest Power Pool's "X Plan" will build high-voltage lines from the High Plains to big-city markets in Kansas, Oklahoma and beyond.
Texas wind industry downplays regulatory concerns Amarillo, Texas (2008-07-29) Advocates of the Texas Public Utility Commission's plan to send power from the Panhandle to downstate customers dismiss concerns over Federal Energy Regulatory Commission involvement.
Panhandle wind to generate power for ERCOT Amarillo, Texas (2008-07-22) The Public Utilities Commission of Texas has approved a plan to transmit wind-generated electricity from the Panhandle to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas grid, which serves the I-35 corridor and Houston.
Researchers study wind development effect on wildlife Amarillo, Texas (2008-07-03) As the wind power industry expands, scientists identify habitat, impact of turbines on wildlife.
Legal wrangling next for Sunflower, foes Garden City, Kan. (2008-05-27) Despite dominating the 2008 Kansas Legislature, the KDHE's ruling on the proposed Holcomb expansion was not changed. With the session over, look for the action to switch to the judicial system.
Heating and cooling the green way Amarillo, Texas (2008-04-29) One aspect of green building involves designing structures for maximum efficiency for energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. Low-tech, common sense approaches can result in a comfortable home with low utility bills.
Domestic use of solar, wind power Amarillo, Texas (2008-04-22) Homeowners don't have to wait for the big power companies to switch over to renewable electricity sources. They can do it themselves, as Nazareth resident Darryl Birkenfeld has done.
Carbon dioxide, coal on table Garden City, Kan. (2008-04-03) The Kansas Legislature continues to work toward a compromise on the Sunflower Holcomb Expansion issue. Tax penalties and rewards for major carbon dioxide emitters are also under consideration.
Wind powers Texas school Amarillo, Texas (2008-03-25) In Earth, Texas, the local school district is generating its own electricity- thanks to two on-campus wind turbines.
Kansas legislature votes on Holcomb expansion Garden City, Kan. (2008-02-19) Both houses of the Kansas legislature are working on bills that would allow for the expansion of Sunflower Electricity's facility at Holcomb. However, the House seems less likely to pass a veto-proof measure than the Senate.