If America and its allies put sanctions on Iran, the Iranian navy could block the Strait of Hormuz, an important channel for international oil shipments.

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The EPA is scaling back requirements for cellulosic ethanol in the coming years.

Presidential candidates are allowed to criticize ethanol now — even in Iowa.

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These NASA photos document the growth of the Athabasca tar sands pits in Alberta.