Articles by Stephen Lacey

Stephen Lacey is a reporter with Climate Progress covering clean energy issues. He formerly worked as a producer/editor at RenewableEnergyWorld.com.

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Mythbusters: debunking the claim that fuel economy standards ‘kill people’

Opponents of fuel-efficiency standards say the push toward smaller cars increases traffic fatalities, but it could be big cars that pose a danger.

Stephen Lacey Energy
Record heat causes nation's water pipes to 'burst like geysers'

The EPA helps towns with infrastructure upgrades that can prevent the problem. Too bad politicians in Texas want to shut the agency down.

Stephen Lacey Science
After North Sea oil spill, Shell plans to continue Arctic drilling

The Interior Department acknowledges the effects of climate change in the region but approves more drilling for fossil fuels there.

Stephen Lacey Energy
It's time to shed more light on solar's potential

As journalists cover record spikes in electricity demand, why are they ignoring solar photovoltaics?

Stephen Lacey Energy