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Spotlight on Economics: Time to Consider Water Quality and Economic Good   ( 2012-05-23 )

Efforts to maintain environmental quality need not threaten economic growth.

Spotlight on Economics: Growth in Petroleum Sector Sparks Need for Research   ( 2012-05-10 )

State and local decision makers, regulators, developers and others are in need of information about the scope and scale of the growth and development of the petroleum industry to plan for the future.

NDSU Researchers Study Growth Implications of Petroleum Sector in Dickinson Region   ( 2012-05-08 )

For now, employment will be driven more by short-term or temporary jobs, such as those associated with construction, drilling and fracking. Long-term employment will be more closely associated with maintenance and oil field services.

New App Helps Identify Cost-effective Heating Fuel   ( 2012-03-15 )

A new app can help homeowners compare heating fuel costs.

Changing Bulbs Can Save More Than a Little Change   ( 2012-01-03 )

As with any purchase, there are issues with the quality of the product and making sure the right bulb is purchased for a particular situation.

NDSU and UND Partner on Flare Gas Initiative   ( 2011-11-28 )

The project is a unique opportunity for the state because flare gas volumes and the demand for nitrogen fertilizer are increasing.

Cut Energy Use to Reduce Electric Bills   ( 2011-11-22 )

Don’t overlook the cost of operating household electrical devices.

Homeowners Have Simple Ways to Cut Heating Bills   ( 2011-11-08 )

A few simple steps can reduce home energy costs significantly.

Beware of Space Heater Hazards   ( 2011-09-20 )

Burns and carbon monoxide poisoning are two of the dangers of using space heaters.

Get Ready for Heating Season   ( 2011-09-16 )

A few simple steps can cut your energy bills and make your home more comfortable.

Properly Rebuild, Insulate Flooded Homes   ( 2011-08-22 )

Make sure contractors install the proper amount of insulation.

N.D. Crude Oil Production at Record Level   ( 2011-07-19 )

North Dakota is the only state among the largest oil-producing states to have increased capacity from 2000 to 2010.

New Energy Economics: A Wrap on Biofuels   ( 2011-07-19 )

 

Clean or Replace Flooded Energy-related Items   ( 2011-07-08 )

NDSU offers tips on dealing with flooded items such as insulation and household appliances.

New Energy Economics: Terminating Ethanol Tax Credit Is Only 1 Risk Industry Faces   ( 2011-07-05 )

For several reasons, removing the subsidy will have only a modest effect on biofuel plants, corn producers and livestock feeders.

New Energy Economics: Trading More Expensive Auto Air Conditioning for Lower Car Fuel Mileage?   ( 2011-06-15 )

In essence, car manufactures will be allowed to sell cars with poorer fuel mileage if they upgrade air conditioning systems to R-1234yf.

New Energy Economics: Challenges to Increasing American Vehicle Fuel Mileage   ( 2011-05-31 )

A rebound effect occurs as a result of vehicles getting better fuel economy, so they are driven more.

New Energy Economics: How Energy Efficient is Agriculture – Lifecycle Analysis Part II   ( 2011-03-29 )

National retailers, led by Wal-Mart, are requiring all suppliers to document how energy and carbon efficient their products are.

NDSU Dispels Fuel Mileage Misconceptions   ( 2011-03-25 )

Learn the facts about vehicle fuel economy.

Get More Mileage Out of Your Fuel Dollars   ( 2011-03-16 )

Motorists have some simple ways to cut their fuel bills.