IEA’s World Energy Outlook Offers Compelling Case For Further Global GHG Reductions #CO2 #IEA
In its annual World Energy Outlook, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that global energy-related CO2 emissions were flat in[…]
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Continued global momentum for climate action on display in Marrakesh as countries agree on broad roadmap to implement Paris accord #ClimateChange
Against a backdrop of concern resulting from the U.S. presidential election, countries at the first major UN climate talks since last year’s historic[…]
Read moreEnvironmental Champion Tom Carper Named Ranking Member of Senate EPW Committee #SenateEPW
“Throughout his career in Congress, Senator Tom Carper has worked to protect Americans from polluted air and water, from the[…]
Read moreU.S. mid-century plan shows deep decarbonization is both possible and practical #Carbon #ClimateChange
The United States announced its long-term climate strategy at the COP 22 UN climate talks in Marrakesh, becoming the first[…]
Read moreThese Policy Solutions Can Help Unleash The Full Potential of Renewable Energy #CleanEnergy #Renewable
New installed renewable energy capacity surpassed coal for the first time last year, the International Energy Agency reported recently. It means[…]
Read moreAffordable Housing Can Save Money, Water, and Energy with this Innovative Finance Tool #PACE #CleanEnergy
Like many booming cities, Texas’ capital is experiencing overwhelming demand for affordable housing. Austin’s Mayor Steve Adler highlighted the affordable[…]
Read more$245 Million Dedicated to Louisiana Coastal Restoration Projects #GulfCoastRestoration
On November 15th, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) approved a nearly $370 million investment in Gulf Coast restoration,[…]
Read moreLandmark Rules Will Reduce Oil and Gas Waste, Pollution on BLM Lands #Methane #ClimateChange
On Novemeber 15th, the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized new rules to reduce the[…]
Read moreEDF, Google Use Special Street View Cars to Map and Measure Leaks from Pittsburgh Natural Gas System #MethaneMaps
Environmental Defense Fund and Google Earth Outreach released online maps showing the location and size of methane leaks discovered beneath[…]
Read moreReaching California’s Clean Energy Goals Requires Inclusive Solutions #CleanEnergy
Just over a year ago, California’s SB 350 became law and was rightly celebrated for its boldness and impact, increasing[…]
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