Category Archives: Energy

Interim Day at the Legislature: Utah's energy economy

Posted on October 17, 2012 by

Tweet Energy production and development (especially fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas) are valuable parts of Utah’s economy, according to a report that the governor’s energy adviser gave to the Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment Interim Committee. … Continue reading →

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Utah’s fuel act: Helping gas stations at your expense?

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

Tweet   Many people – citizens and lawmakers – would think it ridiculous for government to prohibit R.C. Willey from giving away hot dogs and soda Saturday mornings as an enticement for passers-by to look at furniture. They might also … Continue reading →

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Will the economics of nuclear energy work for Utah?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

Tweet   This morning, during part three of Sutherland’s series of policy forums called “Is Utah Ready for Nuclear Energy?” a panel of experts discussed the economics of nuclear power generation. A Utah company is currently working to build a … Continue reading →

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Does Utah have enough water to support a nuclear power plant?

Posted on June 15, 2011 by

Tweet Yesterday, Sutherland hosted the second of three forums on nuclear energy in Utah. In this session, we discussed water requirements and water resources needed in the proposed nuclear power plant near Green River, Utah. Sutherland President Paul Mero interviewed three water … Continue reading →

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