Meter Reading: Higher Water Rates Unpopular in San Antonio, Candidates Largely Silent on Climate Change, and More

Coal vs. Natural Gas: ‘It’s complicated‘ – “With a new Central Texas coal plant scheduled to begin operations next spring, coal-generated electricity is likely to remain a substantial part of the state’s grid for years to come. Low natural gas prices alone aren’t enough to prompt power companies to shift multimillion dollar investments.” – Fuel Fix

Environmentalists get vocal on Obama, Romney silence on climate change – “A handful of environmental groups are amplifying calls Thursday for President Obama and GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney to speak up on climate change after a summer of devastating drought, fires, storms and heat.” — The Hill

SAWS ratepayers overwhelmingly against higher rates — “By a 3-1 ratio, San Antonio Water System customers favor conservation efforts and drought restrictions over paying more for an alternative water supply to meet future demand, according to the water utility’s survey of 502 residents.” San Antonio Express-News