Utah is one place that seems to be getting it right, though: natural gas has been fueling the locals’ driving needs, giving them a cheap alternative for gas. Public policy and private initiative has given Utah the green light on using natural gas for their cars, reports Clifford Krause for The New York Times. State residents are scouring the internet looking for used natural gas cars and the word of mouth is spreading, leading many to wonder if natural gas is the transport fuel of the future.
Consumers of natural gas are to get ready for a 35% jump in the price for this resource. Homeowners need to be aware and start conservation methods now by installing replacement windows, adding insulation and getting a better water heater, reports EarthTimes. United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) offers a place to capitalize on this price increase – if you have any left over from your heating and remodeling bills.
UNG down 6.2% year-to-date.