Commodities

Black Gold: Oil Extraction In the U.S. Boosting Economy

The shale revolution in America is helping to bring oil prices lower, keep gas prices down, and give the economy a boost in the process. But fracking has taken the spotlight for a number of different economic and environmental reasons.

Plant Closures to Ruffle New England's Energy Market

Entergy's pending closure of the 41-year-old Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant will likely affect the natural gas and electricity markets in New England, as 4% of the region’s annual electricity supply is set to come off line.