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Cold Fusion: When positively charged deuteron’s are attracted to palladium oxide (or another element) cathode, they cram together in an exponential attempt to bond. This process connects and forms increasing amounts of energy. The by product is helium. This process can be done within a container of water. Like String Theory, there are many concepts of the solution, but only one is the correct one. Which one?
Suppression against new inventions and successful concepts can be practiced. The proof of an action tends to come from physical working examples for a large group.

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The first generation fusion reactors will use deuterium and tritium for fuel because they will fuse at a lower temperature. Deuterium can be easily extracted from seawater, where 1 in 6500 hydrogen atoms is deuterium. Tritium can be bred from lithium, which is abundant in the earth’s crust. In the fusion reaction a deuterium and tritium atom combine together, or fuse, to form an atom of helium and an energetic neutron.
It only takes a small amount of these isotopes to produce a lot of energy! The deuterium-tritium fusion reaction results in an energy gain of about 450:1!! No other energy source we can tap releases so much energy for the amount that is input.

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Every object of the world can be used in 2 forms viz. creative or destructive. On the one hand where creative endeavors contributes towards maintaining joy, peace and good management of world individuals and society there destructive tasks shatter society and renders individuals unruly, full of indiscipline criminal in nature. Bodily strength, intellectual prowess and wealth are very potent and capable in their own way yet its importance and utility value rests heavily on its apt wholesome usage. No doubt they are important yet only if those who are aggrieved, pained and weak are helped appropriately. Thus if individual selfishness and narrow mindedness are nourished and that this energy is wasted in carrying out unethical and tainted tasks where can we find its glory? The same holds true for intellectual might. The intellect is worshiped and reinstated as Lord Ganesh amongst the 5 deities in Hindu Culture only because it is wholesomely used for creative activities.

Everyone is well aware of how much wealth contributes towards the advancement of joyful comforts utilized by the individual and world society. Yet if these are misused man gets immersed in various drug, alcohol etc addictions and becomes an unruly criminal. Energy may be of any type yet its importance lies only if it is used for creative goals. Energy misused for destructive ends sprouts forth many major world problems.

Everyone is aware of the fact that capability lies in the deep recesses of things. A superficial glance tells us that man is a walking, moving and working physical body. If man enters deep into his inner body from the external gross one he possess not only intellectual prowess but also is the owner of the hidden wealth of sensitive sentiments. If only this latent wealth is awakened and activated man has the potential to become a great saint and leader.

Almighty Lord has hidden these specialties not only in the deep recesses of humans and other living beings but that in the inner cave of inert materials also dwell infinite vaults of energy. An ocean of energy dances in the nucleus of an atom that is considered to be the smallest unit of matter. Its proof can be got when the nucleus of an atom is pierced. On 1st March 1954 at 6.12 am near the Pacific Ocean America executed a nuclear test. As a result of nuclear fission a small island nearby got scattered into tiny pieces. Radiations emitted by this explosion affected millions of germs, plants etc in areas of hundreds of miles. At a distance of 17 miles from the area of nuclear testing called Marshall Island and Bikini the sound of the explosion was heard 6 minutes after the testing was done. After 2 hours, ash akin to white ice started raining on this region. As a result the eyesight of so many people was lost forever. Many faced diseases of the skin and intense burning sensation. In one such testing it was figured out that amongst these, half the number of people had turned semi lunatic.

Many countries of the world despite witnessing the destructive repercussions as mentioned above are yet participating in the rat race for producing mass destruction weapons. On noting this doesn’t it appear that the so called highly intellectual man is heading towards insanity? Daily destructive bombs are being produced the world over to satisfy the greed of amassing more and more power. In this chain one more ghastly ring is conjoined. This is in the form of production of newer types of bombs like laser bombs. Although so far no country has used this against any other country yet its testing itself is so heinous that on noting it we can say that these tests by themselves have the potential to destroy the very existence of world humans and other creatures. A medium sized bomb shows its repercussions in an area of 100,000 square miles. If these tests are carried out over a long period of time the oxygen of the atmosphere combines with nitrogen and water to form nitric acid. This nitric acid in turn induces burning of the skin and eyes. Due to nuclear fission the crop and harvest of surrounding regions get totally destroyed. Neutron particles emitted via nuclear fission combines with nitrogen of the atmosphere creates in such a radio isotope which aims it deadly influence at microbes and plant life for thousands of years at a stretch. The isotope Carbon-04 absorbed via young plants dwells in flowers and fruits. The latter are used by humans and other creatures and thus get ensnared by the venom of their radioactivity.

A quality possessed by radioactive elements is such that that advances energy in that very manner in which burning coal getting converted to as does to heat. As per a survey till 1959 the measure of strontium in the Stratosphere layer of the earth’s atmosphere was 40 pounds due to explosions created by super bomb testing. This measure was found due to tests carried out by USA, Russia and England. Since those times till today the rush to carry out nuclear tests is gathering more and more momentum. From the above basis one can infer how venomous has our atmosphere become. This strontium by destroying calcium in plant kingdom usurps its place.

In 1969 scientists had put forth this possibility that in every world human the measure of strontium is increasing. They opined that if all the strontium of the earth’s atmosphere reaches the womb of earth majority of people shall have to face cancer. Genetics specialists think via the process of the above mentioned change a great change can be noted in the form and appearance of humans. In a discussion amongst scientists of the National Academy it was worryingly thought that if the verve to continue nuclear testing intensifies then till 2000 AD plant kingdom affected by atomic explosion shall emit such large amounts of Krypton-85 gas that the central latitude/longitude of the northern hemisphere shall become fully active. Thus a malefic influence shall be noted in microbes, plant life etc leading to annihilation.

It seems that every human detests, abhors and hates its own fellow humans as a result of which instead of aptly using nuclear energy for well being of fellow humans more and more terrible technology is being produced by him. Even the nation that attacks another nation using atomic bombs accrues no benefits. Not only does it kill various creatures but wealth, houses etc gets destroyed in the offing. For a long time this thought was buzzing in the brains of world scientists that such bombs must be designed which although kill humans does not destroy wealth, property and other materials. This effort to an extent succeeded using neutron bombs. Such bombs although definitely murder human beings yet land, buildings, technology etc does not get destroyed in any way. From such explosions very less heat waves are released. In this manner hardly any harm is noted on buildings and material objects yet because neutrons are emitted with high speed and large numbers 80% of energy that is emitted kill various creatures.

In order to understand as to how after explosion of a neutron bomb humans are forced to die writhing in sheer agony, its influence can be categorized in 3 areas. One area is where the actual explosion occurs and here all creatures/humans present die immediately. The 2nd area is nearby the explosion where living beings/humans die in a few hours or in a few days. The 3rd area is full of radiations where due to its influence in 1 or 2 years 70% people die of cancer, TB etc. Those who somehow remain alive are rendered mentally or physically challenged till ultimately death engulfs them.

If this super energy is not used for creative purposes ghastly repercussions shall have to be faced by us all. Thus entire human race shall stand on the dizzy precipice of total extinction. One can never say when an insane country shall insist on misusing nuclear energy and in a matter of minutes shatters the very existence of planet earth.

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There are many places that pop up when we think of great ski destinations. Most of these places happen to be located on the West Coast in the U.S. with its great snow accumulation. For those of us that love the winter snow and the rush of flying down a mountain, skiing is definitely where it’s at. Below is a list of the greatest ski destinations in the U.S., all of which are sure to give you the thrill and excitement that you are looking for.
Alta, Utah

Alta is a ski area that many serious skiers speak of in hushed tones. Not many people know of the greatness that Alta offers, with its deep, dry powder. It is not as big as some other ski resorts, but it sure is able to pack a punch when it comes to great powder. When visiting Alta, you can reach the destination in only an hour from Salt Lake City International Airport. This makes it great for travelers ski-resort hopping during their winter vacation. Alta has great intermediate slopes ranging from the Big Dipper to Rock and Roll, but what makes Alta most famous is its steep ungroomed chutes located on and off the trail map. One of the best reasons that skiers find their way to Alta is the cost of a lift pass. Alta has one of the cheapest lift passes in the Rockies, something definitely worth taking advantage of.
Aspen, Colorado

Aspen is a ski destination that needs to be de-mystified. For the longest time it has been viewed as a destination only suitable for seasoned skiers. There is no beginner terrain, but the trails and slopes are really not all that hard. It is a great destination for anyone that has a minimum amount of skill. The only reason that beginners are not advised to ski Ajax, the main mountain in Aspen, is because the ski trails become like race tracks at the end of the day, making it hard to make a good stop. In addition to the great skiing that Aspen has to offer, the town is a great place to indulge in a little bit of luxury. Film stars frequently visit Aspen for a getaway, and are treated like anyone else when they are served in a local restaurant. There is also great shopping to break up the activities a little bit. There are four mountains that make up the whole of Aspen, Ajax, Buttermilk, Highlands, and Snowmass, all of which offer a great diversity of good skiing.

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GBI Research’s report, “Power Market in Western Europe to 2020: Increasing Focus on Renewable Power to Change the Energy Mix” provides an in-depth analysis of the power market of selected Western European countries (France, Germany, Austria, The United Kingdom, Spain, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway and Italy). The research analyzes their regulatory framework and the infrastructure of their power sectors. It provides a detailed forecast of the installed capacity by thermal, hydro, renewable (solar PV, biomass, wind etc.) and nuclear sources in each of the 10 countries up to 2020. The report, coupled with elaborate information on active and upcoming power plants in the countries, provides a comprehensive understanding of the 10 Western Europe power markets. This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GBI Research’s team of industry experts.

According to GBI Research, Germany emerges as the largest power market by installed capacity among the Western Europe countries with a share of 21.5% in the total installed capacity followed by France. With an upturn in the global economy expected from 2010, Western European power market is expected to grow moderately during the forecast period 2010-2020. However, the growth will be strongly impacted by electricity prices and energy efficiency policies. The countries are actively augmenting its capacity through clean energy sources, namely, wind, solar photovoltaic and other renewables with an objective to reduce carbon emission. In order to achieve the objective, the Governments have undertaken several incentives in the form of tax relief, capital cost grants and subsidies. Hence, the commitment to curtail the carbon emissions will lead to the growing investments in renewable power generation.

Scope

- The 10 power markets covered are France, Germany, Austria, The United Kingdom, Spain, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway and Italy.

- Review of the key power sources – thermal, hydro, renewable, nuclear

- Data types included are installed capacity, consumption, power demand, power generation by sources and by country

- Data provided from 2000 to 2009, with forecasts to 2020

- Analysis of import, export, regulatory and infrastructure of the power sector in the key countries.

- The report provides details of active and upcoming plants in the country.

- Business overview, SWOT Analysis and review of operational metrics of key companies in the region. These include Electricite de France S.A. (EDF), RWE Power AG, E.ON AG, Enel SpA (Enel), Vattenfal AB, Endesa S.A., Electrabel Scottish and Southern Energy Plc, Iberdrola S.A., Verbund, Edison SpA.

- Insights into the major trends, drivers and challenges in the overall industry.

Reasons to Buy

- Identify the scope of emerging technologies in the geography

- Identify key markets and investment opportunities for foreign investors in the power sector in the Western Europe.

- Facilitate decision-making based on strong historical and forecast data and detailed growth opportunities analysis.

- Understand and respond to the regulatory and foreign investment structure in the countries.

- Position yourself to take maximum advantage of the 10 Western European power market’s growth potential.

- Identify the risks associated with the market and transform them into opportunities for future growth.

Table Of contents

1 Table of Contents 3

1.1 List of Tables 11

1.2 List of Figures 16

2 Introduction 20

2.1 Methodology Adopted For Ranking the Western Europe Countries 20

2.2 Country Level Parameters 20

2.2.1 Business Viability 20

2.3 Industry Specific Parameters 21

2.3.1 Power Generation 21

2.3.2 Electrification Ratio 21

2.3.3 Consumption Growth Rate 21

2.4 Weight Assigned To the Parameters 22

2.5 Country Selection Methodology 23

2.6 GBI ResearchReport Guidance 24

3 Power Market in Western Europe 25

3.1 Overview 25

3.2 Western Europe Power Market, Cumulative Installed Capacity: Overview 26

3.2.1 Cumulative Installed Capacity by Type of Power Plant: Percentage 27

3.2.2 Top Electricity Markets in Western Europe Countries (Selected Countries), by Installed Capacity 28

3.3 Changing Trends in Generation and Consumption in the Western Europe 30

3.4 Competitive Landscape of the Power Market in the Western European Countries 33

3.4.1 France Power Market, Market Share of Major Power Companies 33

3.4.2 The German Power Market, Market Share of Major Power Companies 34

3.4.3 Austria Power Market, Market Shares of Major Power Companies 35

3.4.4 The UK Power Market, Market Share of Major Power Generating Companies 36

3.4.5 Spanish Power Market, Market Shares of the Major Power Companies 37

3.4.6 The Netherlands Power Market, Market Share of Major Power Companies 38

3.4.7 Switzerland Power Market, Market Share of the Major Power Companies 39

3.4.8 Sweden, Power Market, Market Shares of the Major Power Companies 40

3.4.9 Norway Power Market, Market Shares of the Major Power Companies by Cumulative Installed Capacity, 2009 41

3.4.10 Italy Power Market, Market Shares of the Major Power Companies 42

4 France, Power Market Analysis to 2020 43

4.1 Power Market Overview 43

4.1.1 France Power Mix 43

4.1.2 Renewable Sources, the Way Forward 43

4.1.3 Increase in Power Generation and Consumption 43

4.2 France Power Market, Import and Export Scenario 44

4.2.1 France Power Market, Total Annual Imports, 2000-2008 44

4.2.2 France Power Market, Total Annual Exports, 2000-2008 45

4.3 France Power Market, Demand and Consumption Scenario 46

4.4 France Power Market, Annual Power Consumption, 2000-2020 46

4.5 France Power Market, Cumulative Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 48

4.5.1 Cumulative Installed Capacity by Type of Power Plant: Percentage 48

4.5.2 Cumulative Installed Capacity: Total Value 49

4.5.3 Cumulative Thermal Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 51

4.5.4 Cumulative Hydro Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 53

4.5.5 Cumulative Renewable Power Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 55

4.5.6 Cumulative Nuclear Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 57

4.6 France Power Market, Total Annual Power Generation, 2000-2020 59

4.6.1 France Power Market, Annual Thermal Power Generation, 2000-2020 61

4.6.2 France Power Market, Annual Hydro Power Generation, 2000-2020 63

4.6.3 France Power Market, Annual Renewable Power Generation, 2000-2020 65

4.6.4 France Power Market, Annual Nuclear Power Generation, 2000-2020 67

4.7 Top Active and Upcoming Projects in France Power Market 69

4.7.1 Active Power Projects 69

4.7.2 Upcoming Power Projects 71

4.8 Regulatory Structure of France Power Market 73

4.8.1 Deregulation of Electricity Sector 73

4.8.2 Energy Policies 73

4.8.3 Renewable Energy Policies 74

4.9 Infrastructure of France Power Market 74

4.9.1 France Power Market, Infrastructure Overview 74

4.9.2 Grid Connectivity and Planned Investments 75

5 Germany, Power Market Analysis to 2020 76

5.1 Power Market Overview 76

5.1.1 Thermal Installed Capacity, Dominant Source in the Total Power Installed Capacity 76

5.1.2 Clean Energy, the Way Forward 76

5.1.3 Continued Growth in Power Generation and Consumption 76

5.2 The German Power Market, Import and Export Scenario 76

5.2.1 The German Power Market, Total Annual Imports, 2000-2008 76

5.2.2 The German Power Market, Total Annual Exports, 2000-2008 78

5.3 The German Power Market, Demand and Consumption Scenario 79

5.4 The German Power Market, Annual Power Consumption, 2000-2020 80

5.5 The German Power Market, Cumulative Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 81

5.5.1 Cumulative Thermal Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 83

5.5.2 Cumulative Hydro Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 84

5.5.3 Cumulative Nuclear Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 86

5.5.4 Cumulative Renewable Installed Capacity, 2000-2020 87

5.6 The German Power Market, Total Power Generation, 2000-2020 89

5.6.1 The German Power Market, Thermal Power Generation, 2000-2020 91

5.6.2 The German Power Market, Hydropower Power Generation, 2000-2020 93

5.6.3 The German Power Market, Nuclear Power Generation, 2000-2020 95

5.6.4 The German Power Market, Renewable Power Generation, 2000-2020 97

5.7 Top 10 Active and Upcoming Projects The German Power Market 98

5.7.1 Active Power Projects 98

5.7.2 Upcoming Power Projects 102

5.8 The German Power Market, Planned Shutdown of Nuclear Power Plants 104

5.9 Regulatory Structure of The German Power Market 104

5.9.1 The German Power Market, Regulatory Structure, Overview 104

5.9.2 The German Power Market, Electricity Policies 104

5.9.3 The German Power Market, Renewable Energy, Major Policies and Incentives 105

5.9.4 The German Power Market, Initiatives towards Reducing Greenhouse and Carbon Dioxide Emissions 106

5.10 Infrastructure of the German Power Market 107

5.10.1 The German Power Market, Overview 107

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Nestled in nature’s lap, the scenic beauty of Jackson Hole will surely leave you breathless. Blessed with pristine valley streams, river swells and mountain slopes, the region is a nature lover’s paradise. Most Jackson Hole lodging options offer splendid views of the Apres Vous Mountain and the Rendezvous Mountain. From rustic cabins and guest ranches to luxurious hotels and condominiums, the diverse array of lodging are sure to recreate the vacations of your dreams.

Jackson Hole Lodging: Playground for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Jackson Hole lodging is a highly sought-after option among sports aficionados, particularly in the winters. The region is blessed with a geography that facilitates outdoor activities, such as river rafting, kayaking, snowboarding and skiing. The place has become a well-known ski-retreat across the world, having hosted several world-ski tournaments.

The place offers several options for vacationers even during the summers, including rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking. Teton Village, nestled at the base of the region’s Mountain Resort, buzzes with activities during the summer. This includes tandem paragliding and aerial tram rides, which offer astonishing views of the entire valley. Summer-time travelers can also participate in ‘The Grand Teton Music Festival’, which takes full swing in July and August.

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Nuclear Turbine Generators Market – Global Market Size, Pricing Analysis, Regional Analysis and Competitive Landscape to 2020

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Nuclear fusion, the process of fusing two atomic nuclei together thus releasing large quantities of energy, is a power that the energy sector has long sought, but to little applicable avail. It is literally the power of the stars, but here on Earth it has been a struggle to try and contain such a fusion reaction, which requires extensive energy to create the magnetic fields necessary to contain the fusion plasma. This results in limited energy output since much of the google_language = "en";
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Pacific Timesheet Has Record Growth in Fourth Quarter Pacific Timesheet continues its aggressive growth during a difficult economy. Customers benefitting from superior support for complex labor rules. Las Vegas, NV – January 15, 2010 – Pacific Timesheet announces record sales and customer acquisition in its 4th quarter of 2009. New customers demonstrate the wide variety of industry and functional solutions Pacific Timesheet provides its customers. Among many  others, new customers include The William J. Clinton Foundation, FMC Corporation, Openwave Systems, Bethel Church, Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, Florida Aquarium, Township of Mahwah New Jersey, Teton Land Trust and the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres. Most customers are using Pacific Timesheet to for payroll and project time tracking, time off requests and tracking and integrating data with payroll, accounting or enterprise systems. In many cases, new customers have chosen Pacific Timesheet because of its more extensive support labor rules and policies such as California missed meal penalties and split shift premiums. Jim Dickerson, VP of Operations stated, “During the fourth quarter of 2009 our sales grew by more than 50% over the previous quarter, indicating that even during a difficult economy there are customers who understand the cost savings from automating rules and policy  processing, payroll time tracking, job costing and billing.” Pacific Timesheet’s existing customers continue to increase their number of U.S. and non-U.S. employees using Pacific Timesheet. About Pacific Timesheet Enterprise Pacific Timesheet is a leader in providing on-demand timesheet and time tracking software. Its flagship product, Pacific Timesheet, provides unprecedented ease-of-use, flexibility and reliability. Pacific Timesheet is known for its superior support of complex labor rules such as missed meal penalties, split shift premiums, shift and shift differential. Built on platform, database, and browser-independent technologies that can be implemented either on-premise or on-demand, Pacific Timesheet provides enterprise-ready solutions that are easy to use and implement for companies across the globe. The Company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, and has offices throughout North America and Europe. Pacific Timesheet is an equal opportunity employer always in search of talented professionals interested in the development and application of proven software technologies. Pacific Timesheet’s Time Management Systems are used by some of the world’s largest corporations such as Applied Materials, BCD Travel, Joy Mining, NOAA and . If you need additional information about Pacific Timesheet go to www.pacifictimesheet.com, or call 866-416-2061 ext. 1.

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[Editor's Note: This is the eighth installment of our “Outlook 2009” series, which looks at the global investing outlook for the New Year.]

President-elect Barack Obama has made no bones about wanting to jump-start the renewable energy markets – pledging $150 billion for the development of biofuels, solar and wind power, other alternative energy sources during his first term.

But what might the new administration mean for more traditional – and more reliable –energy sources?

Oil is always the first energy source to spring to mind. But it’s hardly a solo act – coal and nuclear make up the other two-thirds of the top fuel trio. Coal delivers 50% of U.S. electricity needs, and nuclear power brings another 20% to the table.

The cold truth is that demand for energy of all types – and especially electricity – is going to keep advancing, domestically and worldwide. And developing alternatives to coal and nuclear will take time. For instance, tying wind and solar into the existing power grid will be enormously expensive and is likely to pose massive technical and engineering problems.

In fact, according to the International Energy Agency, renewable energy isn’t likely to make a meaningful dent in meeting the world’s energy needs before 2030, if then.

And regardless where the power comes from, our appetite for electricity will continue to skyrocket. Across the planet, overall electricity consumption is expected to double by 2030, increasing by 17 trillion kilowatt hours. While electricity demand will “only” increase by 50% in the U.S. market by 2030, demand will increase 400% in China and six-fold in India.

Our research indicates that President Obama will have very little flexibility in solving our short-term energy problems once he’s sworn into office next month. While he may prefer the environmentally friendly alternatives, most of those replacements are far from fully developed.

The bottom line: Obama’s apparent preference for renewable energy aside, coal and nuclear power are fully deployed, and in widespread use, meaning they’ll remain the backbone of our energy sector in the New Year – and for years to come.

Even so, it’s well worth factoring in all the possible players as we examine energy-sector outlook – and the accompanying potential profit plays – for the next 12 months.

King Coal Reigns Supreme

When it comes to future energy profits for investors, coal and nuclear will continue to be the “dream team” for years to come. Coal will provide the answer to our short-term and intermediate energy needs. It’s plentiful, it’s cheaper than other available alternatives, and a big percentage of the world’s power plants burn it.

Nuclear power offers a long-term solution to energy shortages and a clean solution to global warming, as well. Uranium-fueled nuclear plants are cheap to operate, can run for long periods without refueling, and cause little pollution.

While there is widespread distaste for coal-fired power plants that spew billions of tons of carbon dioxide and other pollutants into the air, there’s no doubt coal will continue to be the dominant player in the electricity game for some time to come.

A full 50% of the electricity U.S. consumers use is generated by coal, and coal is king in the rest of the world, as well. According to the IEA, coal accounted for 42% of all worldwide electricity consumption in 2005.
But get this – the agency predicts coal use will explode by 73% over the next 20 years. That’s the largest projected percentage increase of all energy sources.

As you might suspect, China and India use 45% of world’s coal and will be responsible for 80% of that increase. China, alone, uses more coal than the United States, Japan and Europe combined. China is utterly dependent on coal to run its factories and assembly plants, with coal supplying 80% of its electricity. The Red Dragon also is the world’s top producer of steel, a process that’s also a big burner of coal.

But while China is coal’s largest consumer and producer, the United States controls 27% of the world’s proven reserves, the biggest-single percentage on the planet. That puts this country front and center on the worldwide coal stage, and President-elect Obama’s energy policy in the spotlight.

The president plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s energy policy, naming top officials at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Obama has proposed an economy-wide cap-and-trade system to reduce carbon emissions by 80% by 2050. His system – which would set an overall emissions limit, then require polluters to buy allowances at public auction – would increase electricity rates and discourage coal consumption in the U.S. market. President-elect Obama even has stated that any utilities building coal-fired plants could go bankrupt buying pollution allowances.

And on Capitol Hill, newly emboldened Democrats recently tackled global warming and other environmental problems by choosing Sen. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., to head the House of Representative’s Energy and Commerce panel. Waxman has already signed onto legislation that would ban any new coal-fired power plants that aren’t built using new technologies that capture carbon dioxide and store it underground, a key part of the Obama energy plan.

Luke Popovich, a spokesman for the National Mining Association, said he believes Obama will be pragmatic about the need to keep coal in the nation’s energy mix.

 

 

“He presumably would be sensitive to the impacts of energy policies given the perilous state of the economy,” Popovich said.

 

But while U.S. utilities may eventually be forced to tighten emissions rules and increase rates, Obama’s renewable energy plans will have very little impact on U.S. coal producers in the near future.

 

The world needs coal. We have it. And we’re going to sell it.

 

In the first half of 2008, U.S. coal exports increased by 13 million short tons, or 50%, over first-half 2007 shipments, according to the IEA. Strong global demand for coal, combined with supply disruptions in several key coal exporting countries (Australia, South Africa and China), were the primary factors behind the increase.

 

But lately, coal prices, along with the prices of other fossil fuels, have suffered from the global economic crisis, and from a resurgent U.S. dollar. An 80% decline in global shipping rates has also fostered competition from other exporters, like Australia, which can now ship farther and compete with U.S. exporters.

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