Thursday, August 30, 2012

Clarion native reports on Venezuela

Clarion Native Nathan Crooks is a reporter for an international news service in Caracas, Venezuela, talks about the country he covers and its oil industry and its president, Hugo Chavez.  In a country where there is nearly a 30 percent inflation rate and all of the major industries run by the government his assignment is a challenging one.  Learn about the road that took him from Clarion to Caracas.


Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Energy Program of Northwest Planning Commission

Who wants to save money on energy costs? Bill Rupert, manager of the Northwest Regional Planning and Development Commission's Energy Program, talks about a program that helps businesses and organizations reduce their energy costs.

The Pennsylvania Energy Partnership (PEP) provides expert advice and technical assistance to clients as they work towards energy efficiency. Clients will see an energy cost savings by participating in this program. These services are provided by the Local Development Districts at no cost to the client.