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Originally aired: 04/16/2008

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Biofuels: Corn Growers' Jon Doggett says high grain prices having minimal impact on food costs

As unrest over rising food prices grows internationally, several factors are being blamed for the increases. One reason for higher food costs: the use of grains to produce biofuels. But just how much of an impact are biofuels having on food prices? During today's OnPoint, Jon Doggett, vice president of public policy at the National Corn Growers Association, says commodities prices are having a minimal impact on the price of food. He says population growth and oil prices are contributing more significantly. Doggett also discusses how, he believes, the 2007 biofuels mandate will affect long-term food and grain costs.

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Former Markey staff director Gerry Waldron discusses hurdles to passing climate, energy package.

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Technology: FuelCell Energy's Brdar discusses growth of stationary fuel cell market

FuelCell Energy CEO Dan Brdar discusses use of large stationary fuel cells for electricity production.

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OnPoint, 03/16/2010

Energy Markets: FERC's Wellinghoff discusses CFTC's role in electricity markets

FERC Chairman Jon Wellinghoff discusses dispute with CFTC over electricity market jurisdiction.

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OnPoint, 03/15/2010

Climate: Md. Treasurer Kopp discusses SEC guidance on corporate climate disclosure

Maryland Treasurer Nancy Kopp discusses debate over new SEC interpretive guidance.

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Climate: EPA Administrator Jackson discusses agency's key priorities

EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson discusses impact of environmental policies on economy.

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OnPoint, 03/08/2010

Climate: Delaware's O'Mara discusses state's efforts on renewable energy

Delaware Environment Secretary Collin O'Mara discusses impact of federal legislation on states.

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OnPoint, 03/04/2010

Climate: IPAMS's Solich makes the case for including natural gas in clean energy legislation

IPAMS's George Solich explains how new Senate climate plan will affect natural gas industry.

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OnPoint, 03/03/2010

Climate: PSEG's Izzo discusses impacts of new Senate plan on utilities

PSEG President Ralph Izzo explains how EPA regulation will affect utilities and consumers.

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OnPoint, 03/02/2010

Climate: Pew's Gulledge discusses research and reporting of climate science

Pew Center's Jay Gulledge discusses recent inquiries into IPCC report.

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OnPoint, 03/01/2010

Autos: Consulting firm PRTM's Hazimeh discusses challenges to EV market after Prius recall

Consulting firm PRTM's Oliver Hazimeh discusses hurdles to widespread adoption of electric vehicles in U.S.

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