Hoping to create a global carbon market, the organizers of a world business summit on climate change said 2 million new jobs would be created in the U.S. alone if … Read more
Conservation
Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Presses for China-US Climate Action
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) led a bipartisan Congressional delegation to China last week, urging that "we must work together" to address global warming. "We believe China and … Read more
Unprecedented Coalition Sets Stage for Climate Bill to Move to Full House
The race is on in Washington and at international talks continuing throughout the year to bring the era of fossil fuel dominance to a close. National Wildlife Federation called the … Read more
Morning Joe on Clean Energy
Via ThinkProgress’ Wonk Room, MSNBC’s Morning Joe talks about the economic opportunities of clean energy: Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy Read more
Flat Earth Society Meets in DC
The debate over climate change in America has long since moved past the questions of “Is the planet warming?” (yes) and “Is man-made pollution to blame?” (it is) to “What … Read more
In the West it’s Cookin and It Ain’t Good Lookin
In Western states, land is literally being cooked to extract oil. Long avoided due to its intense water and energy demands, industries are starting to look at oil shale development … Read more
Make a Statemant for Public Lands
Covering almost one-third of the nation, America’s public lands are some of the last and best habitat for wildlife. If you’re like me and value the beauty of public lands, … Read more
NRDC’s Destination: Greenland
The Natural Resources Defense Council’s OnEarth magazine is featuring Destination: Greenland, tracking two explorers as they make their way across Greenland’s Humbolt Glacier. The story features a daily diary with … Read more
House Passes Clean Energy Legislation
Last evening the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee approved the American Clean Energy and Security Act by a 33 to 25 bipartisan vote. This legislation would establish … Read more
Obama on ACES
The House Energy & Commerce Committee passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act last night! Here’s President Obama’s reaction: I commend Chairman Waxman and the Members of the Energy … Read more
