Geology.com | News - August 25, 2009

Seattle Earthquake Hazard Video Posted: 24 Aug 2009 08:57 PM PDT This CNN video explores what will happen when a major earthquake strikes Seattle. Embedded video from CNN Video

Algae Biofuel Attracts Lots of Investors Posted: 24 Aug 2009 08:29 PM PDT An article on the CNN website reports that at least 50 companies are working on projects aimed at producing fuel from algae. Related: Renewable Natural Gas from Algae.

The-Vug.com: Mineral Videos, Shows, Dealers and More Posted: 24 Aug 2009 02:32 PM PDT There are lots of new articles and videos at The-Vug.com, along with a comprehensive list of fall mineral shows and links to mineral dealers who have updated their websites.

Mineral Collecting in India – Photo Gallery Posted: 24 Aug 2009 02:31 PM PDT SpiriferMinerals.com has an interesting gallery of photos from a recent trip to India. These photos illustrate mineral collecting at quarries being done by local people and visitors. The photos are of crystal cavities, specimens and local mineral specimen collectors, specimen preparation plus a few tourist shots.

Springfield Mineral Show Video Posted: 24 Aug 2009 10:52 AM PDT A new video highlighting the recent Springfield Mineral Show in Springfield, Massachusetts is available on The-Vug.com website. Richard Jackson of Collector’s Edge shares his photos of scenes of dealer set-up, booths, specimen exhibits, people and more. If you have not attended this show you might be surprised at how big it is.

Impact of Climate Bill on Domestic Oil Production Posted: 24 Aug 2009 10:38 AM PDT An article at the Wall Street Journal website explores the impact of proposed climate legislation on the production of domestic oil and refined products.

Foreign Investment in US Natural Gas Posted: 24 Aug 2009 10:35 AM PDT An interesting article at the Financial Times website explores the topic of foreign companies investing in United States natural gas. Billion dollar investments have occurred in which foreign companies have bought major interests in the emerging shale gas plays.

US Rig Count is Up Six Straight Weeks Posted: 24 Aug 2009 10:24 AM PDT The Baker Hughes United States rig count has increased now for six consecutive weeks. Seven weeks ago there were 916 rigs in operation in US fields and the count is now up to 985. The Baker Hughes website has lots of data, charts and maps to illustrate the history of US drilling activity [...]

Solar-Generated Steam to Drive Oil Posted: 24 Aug 2009 10:16 AM PDT Chevron plans to enhance the oil recovery from an aging field in California by producing steam with solar energy, then pumping that steam downhole to lower the viscosity of oil in the ground. Perhaps this on-site steam production can be used in other sunny oil fields?