This Is The Tallest Building In The World Under Construction
The 2,722-foot-tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai has basked in the glory of being the tallest building in the world since it was opened in 2010 as part of a project called Downtown Dubai. But…
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This Building Is Tallest Proposed in the World at 2,333 Feet
Since its completion in 2010, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai has been the tallest building in the world. In a city known for its excess, the 2,716-foot tower has become a glamorous tourist destination…
Why Does the Post Office Have Over 600,000 Workers?
The U.S. Postal Service has roots that go back to 1792 when it was founded as the Post Office Department. Even before it was formed, Benjamin Franklin was named the first Postmaster General in…
These States Have the Deadliest Roads in America
The Reason Foundation has released its "25th Annual Highway Report," which is an evaluation of state highways, including fatality rates.
Does Your State Have the Worst Roads in America?
As conversations about America's crumbling infrastructure drag on, thousands of bridges are overdue for repair. Some are deemed dangerous.
Duke Energy’s Q3 Proves Stronger Than Analysts Thought
Duke reported mixed quarterly results before the markets opened on Thursday and shares retreated afterward.
Infrastructure, Clean Energy Investment Could Create 6.9 Million Jobs
A new report from the Economic Policy Institute claims that a rebalancing of U.S. trade and a significant investment in U.S. infrastructure and clean energy could create millions of new, good-paying American jobs.
These 6 American States Have Plenty of Water
Drought is defined as a period of dryness, especially when prolonged. Drought has plagued some portions of America, particularly states on the west coast and in the southwest for years, and in some cases…
State Confiscates PG&E Equipment in Fire Investigation
California authorities have taken possession of PG&E equipment that may be implicated in igniting the Zogg Fire in late September. The fire killed four people and destroyed more than 200 structures.
Duke Energy’s New ESG Plans Target Coal, Methane & Higher Dividends
The movement into environment, social and governance (ESG) is attracting billions and billions of investment dollars away from certain companies and sectors. Many utilities in America are moving further away from coal and fossil…
Beyond NextEra/Duke Hopes, Warren Buffett and Other Utilities Deserve Consideration
News that NextEra Energy is interested in acquiring Duke Energy opens the door for more potential mergers in the industry.
Can a Super-Utility Arise From a Merged Duke and NextEra?
Duke Energy reportedly has received and rebuffed an overture from NextEra Energy to merge. Could it pass regulatory scrutiny?
With Interest Rates to Remain Low for Years, Buy This Sector for Income and Safety
While the days of huge capital gains are long over, it now makes sense for income-starved investors to look again at the utility sector. These four top stocks come with dependable and safe dividends,…
Why Investors Should Not Expect a NextEra Stock Split to Act Like Apple or Tesla
NextEra Energy Inc. (NYSE: NEE | NEE Price Prediction) has created some buzz around its stock on the heels of announcing a 4-for-1 stock split. While stock splits do not technically create anything real…
Largest Wildfire in American History Was in 1871
People assume that fires, particularly the recent ones in California and Oregon, are larger than any in the past and perhaps more deadly. Neither is true.