The Obama administration’s plans are running smack into an industry buzz saw that they might not escape.

The agency recently approved 42 of 48 Appalachian mining projects, raising questions about the extent to which EPA will prioritize water over industry.

The real winners of the House climate change compromise would be the same industries who are largely the source of the nation’s carbon emissions.

As the House works to set limits on carbon emissions, electric utilities see opportunity.

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative under the Bush administration struck a secret deal with the European Union that could open the door for foreign ownership of liquefied natural gas terminals and other dangerous chemical and energy facilities.

For environmentalists in the Appalachians, it was a roller-coaster week.

Despite the administration’s focus on environmental issues, polls show that fewer Americans are worried about global warming than in recent years. Experts say the struggling economy is responsible.

Last year several Senate Republicans supported the “cap and trade” idea, but are now shying from President Obama’s push.

The White House quickly shot down Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood’s proposal to tax mileage, but the debate over the idea continues.

While green groups are happy with parts of the Obama program, so is the highway lobby.