Topic: Edward Markey

REP MARKEY ON AIR CARGO SCREENING

Rep. Edward Markey (D-Mass) speaks on the potential threats of unscreened air cargo, at a press conference at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Alexandria, Virginia on August 16, 2006. Markey is urging Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff to institute a 100 percent inspection of all passenger cargo. (UPI Photo/Kevin Dietsch)

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Analysis: CO2 storage key to a cool Earth

In an effort to curb carbon emissions without stifling economic growth, a bipartisan group of U.S. policymakers is pushing for deployment of new technology to capture and store carbon dioxide below ground.

Rahall: Plenty oil, gas available on lands

WASHINGTON, June 18 (UPI) -- The equivalent of 14 years' worth of oil is available on U.S. public land already designated for drilling, congressional Democrats said Wednesday.

Analysis: Big Oil causing high gas prices?

THE DALLES, Ore., April 3 (UPI) -- As gas prices reach record highs, some policymakers say big oil companies are to blame, but the companies say it's not their fault.

Analysis: Lease sale sparks political row

THE DALLES, Ore., Jan. 25 (UPI) -- A federal decision to allow oil and gas activities off Alaska's northwest coast has been garnered praise from oil enthusiasts and criticism from environmentalists.

Analysis: Will new energy law deliver?

Backers of energy legislation signed by the president say the new law will lead to huge savings and increased national security, but not everyone's convinced.

Congress considers regulating thrill rides

WASHINGTON, Ill., Dec. 4 (UPI) -- Lawmakers this week will consider a bill to increase regulation of traveling carnival rides and allow federal investigation of fixed theme park rides.

Analysis: Poll finds energy tax support

THE DALLES, Ore., Nov. 13 (UPI) -- Not only does the world's population feel increasingly concerned about climate change, but a recent survey finds a majority of individuals, both in and out of developed countries, say they're willing to lighten their wallets to stop the warming trend.