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High gas prices: what presidential candidates say they'll do about it

Gas prices jumped 30 cents a gallon in February, and Republicans are blaming President Obama for not having a policy fix. Here's what Mr. Obama and the GOP presidential aspirants are saying on the campaign trail lately about their remedy for high gas prices.
Election 101: Where the GOP candidates stand on energy and the environment

Energy and the environment are typically “back burner” issues in national elections, but both are huge this year for Republicans. Take a look at where each of them stands.
In Pictures: Fuel cells

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High gas prices: what presidential candidates say they'll do about it

Gas prices jumped 30 cents a gallon in February, and Republicans are blaming President Obama for not having a policy fix. Here's what Mr. Obama and the GOP presidential aspirants are saying on the campaign trail lately about their remedy for high gas prices.
Election 101: Where the GOP candidates stand on energy and the environment

Energy and the environment are typically “back burner” issues in national elections, but both are huge this year for Republicans. Take a look at where each of them stands.
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Visiting the greenest gas station in the United States

SeQuential travels to local businesses in Oregon and Washington to buy waste cooking oil that it converts into biodiesel for cars and trucks – and sells at its stations.
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Human waste could be biofuel

Gates foundation is funding effort in Ghana to turn excrement into biodiesel and methane fuels.
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Turning waste cooking oil into clean-burning biodiesel in East Africa

In Tanzania, an entrepreneur turns waste cooking oil into an alternative to diesel fuel and (as a bonus) liquid soap.
What will replace Japan's lost nuclear power? Oil.

When Japan's economy recovers, it will have to burn more fossil fuel. Oil is the most likely choice, says one energy analyst.
Tesla Motors IPO a win, but road ahead is bumpy

The Tesla Motors IPO sold out quickly, and shares of the company rose 41 percent in their first day of trading. But Tesla's ability to navigate the still-developing electric car market will be tested in the coming months.
In Pictures: Fuel cells
Japan leads the race for a hydrogen fuel-cell car

Japanese carmakers, such as Toyota, are developing an affordable hydrogen car using fuel cells. Meanwhile, the government and energy companies are funding hydrogen refueling stations needed for the cars' widespread use.
Is hydrogen the future? This car goes 0 to 60 in 12 seconds.

US Energy Secretary Steven Chu has said that hydrogen-fueled cars will not be pratical for a decade. But researchers at Hyundai-Kia Motors in South Korea say they're on course to make them in six years.
Cash for (lawn) clunkers

The Greener Gardens Act would give credits for replacing old lawn equipment with environmentally friendly models.
Iceland strides toward a hydrogen economy

Global economic crises underscores urgency of the goal, even as it delays progress.
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Can we run our cars on human fat?

A Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon attracted attention from alternative energy buffs and public health officials after he announced that he was using liposuctioned fat to fuel two SUVs.
Stinkweed now a valuable plant?

Biofuel researchers look for the good in a pesky plant.
Schools consider propane-fueled buses

Soaring costs prompt some to consider cheaper, greener fuels – but upfront costs can be steep.
Oil Shock 2?

With prices at $120 a barrel, Americans are facing an oil adjustment.
Power cuts cripple Southern Africa

South Africa announced Sunday that it will temporarily stop exporting power to its neighbors.
Letters to the Editor

Readers write about food inflation and the implications of India's Tata Nano.