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By KAHRIN DEINES Associated Press Feb. 27, 2009, 6:25PM HELENA, Mont. — Texas oilman T. Boone Pickens appeared with Montana's governor Friday to pitch his plan for decreasing the nation's dependence on foreign oil, a strategy that could give windy states like Montana a key role. Speaking at an energy conference for leaders in business and education, Pickens said oil prices are destined to return to painful highs within the year, pumping renewed urgency into efforts for energy independence. "We… Continue

Gas, renewable energy key to Obama plan BY JOHN-LAURENT TRONCHE February 02, 2009 President Barack Obama has served as the nation’s top executive for about two weeks, but he’s already racked up a few admirers among some in the energy industry – particularly natural gas and wind energy proponents – thanks to his efforts to kick-start a “new American energy economy,” as he puts it. The 44th president is aiming to follow through on campaign promises to reduce the United States’ dependence on foreig… Continue