Miles Grant’s Archive

New NWF Report: Global Warming Increasing Heavy Storms, Floods

A new National Wildlife Federation report (PDF) warns America is seeing more heavy storms and major floods — and the situation could get far worse if we don’t act now … Read more

Chestnuts to Stop Planet from Roasting?

A revitalized American chestnut tree could be a factor in slowing global warming, according to a new study. But there's a big "if": If scientists can develop a fungus-resistant version … Read more

Great News for Colorado Lynx

This just in from Colorado: The discovery of 10 lynx kittens this spring marks the first newborns documented in Colorado since 2006, heartening biologists overseeing restoration of the mountain feline. … Read more

Perriello: ACES Won on “New Politics”

In today’s column, E.J. Dionne Jr. has an interesting take on the U.S. House’s recent passage of the American Clean Energy and Security (ACES) Act: Accounts of the battle typically … Read more

Obama Unveils New Efficiency Rules

As Grist’s Kate Sheppard remembers, then-Sen. Barack Obama once pointed out that we won’t stop global warming through voluntary, individual actions — like changing light bulbs. It will take mandatory, … Read more

NWF to ACES Supporters: Thank You

Thanks to all the members of the U.S. House who delivered a historic win for climate action last Friday! Read more

Liveblogging the ACES Floor Debate

Follow the latest over at Daily Kos! Read more

Video: Rallying for Clean Energy!

Here’s a great recap of Wednesday’s rally for clean energy just steps from the Capitol — an amazing coalition of Congressmen, environmentalists, veterans groups, and so many others! Read more

Down to the Wire: ACES Vote Today?

With just hours left until the House debates and possibly votes on the American Clean Energy and Security Act, it’s not too late to make your voice heard. Email or … Read more

Video: Al Gore Urges House to Pass ACES

Email or call your member of Congress right now to ask them to support the American Clean Energy and Security Act! Read more