SUMMARY
Pursuant to the requirements of the National Oilheat Research Alliance Act of 2000 (NOHRAA),1 the Department of Commerce (Department) analyzed changes in oilheat prices relative to other energy sources. The report presents the relevant price data and concludes that oilheat prices did not exceed the threshold established by the Act.
SUMMARY
Pursuant to the requirements of the Propane Education and Research Act of 1996 (PERA),[1] the Department of Commerce (Department) is required to analyze changes in propane prices relative to other energy sources. This interim report comes 180 days after the latest report found that propane prices exceeded a threshold established by PERA. This report presents the relevant price data and concludes that in 2008 propane prices still exceeded the threshold established by PERA. As a result, certain activities of the Propane Education and Research Council (Council) continue to be restricted. The Department will conduct another propane price analysis and issue a full report in 180 days, as required by PERA.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Greenhouse gas emissions have increased markedly since the pre-industrial era and are increasing at such a rate that their concentration in the atmosphere is producing a warming influence on the global climate. In order to make well-informed decisions on ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it is important to understand how the different economic sectors contribute to the production of greenhouse gases, which sectors are relatively carbon dioxide (CO2) intensive, and how these patterns have evolved over time.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Administration is committed to fostering the development of a clean and energy-efficient economy; that is, a “green” economy. This means encouraging the development of green businesses and green products and services, which in turn will create “green jobs.”
