Tom LaRocque, Writer


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This page has much in common with the one highlighting my work in Alternative Fuels and Renewable Energy. That's because in the four years I spent writing about those subjects, I was employed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, which conducts government-sponsored energy research for the U.S. Department of Energy. For three years I was the project manager, editor, and lead writer of Alternative Fuel News, published quarterly for the Energy Department. (It is discontinued, but back issues are archived online; I produced the last 11 issues.) For convenience, below are direct links to several selected articles, case studies and such that I wrote for--and in many cases about--government.
Funds From Fines Penalty enforcement settlements offer an innovative way to finance environmental projects. (Click to page 4.) Conversions Get Complicated Mind the emissions when converting cars to alt fuels, EPA warns. (Click to page 3.) Lower Solar Manufacturing technology improvements help drive down the cost of photovoltaic electricity. Far Out Wind Development of wind in distant, deep waters may pick up speed if the U.S. follows Europe. Pathways to Hydrogen Today's alternative fuels are paving the way. (Click to page 10.) Help for Hybrids They use petroleum, but the IRS says hybrids qualify for the Alternative Fuel tax deduction. (Click to page 15.) Passage to India Cleaner fuels improve air quality and the quality of life in New Delhi. (Click to page 4.)	Efficient traffic signals get the green light Signals with light-emitting diode lamps reduce energy consumption by 90 percent. Ten Questions for Boone Pickens The Texas oil tycoon takes a big stake in natural gas fueling. (Click to page 10.) National Energy Policy What happens in Washington affects alternative fueling all over America. Click to page 4.) SOLD! Used-AFV auctions offer low-emissions cars at a relatively low cost. (Click to page 4.) Phill 'er Up Honda's residential refueling plan may popularize natural gas. (Click to page 11.) Biodiesel Buying Power Environmentally motivated motorists pool demand for this fuel made from soybeans. The Hydrogen Economy Author Jeremy Rifkin outlines his vision for energy in America. (Click to page 8.)

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