After hearing about the new Clean Power Plan – which sets the first ever controls on power plants, the largest source of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions – you’re probably wondering: What should I know about … Read more
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Why Wildlife is Cheering for the Clean Power Plan
President Obama has taken a historic and ambitious step in the fight against carbon pollution that threatens wildlife. With the announcement of the finalized Clean Power Plan, the President has … Read more
America’s Offshore Wind Industry Sends Real Sparks Flying!
Excitement filled the air in an industrial park in North Kingstown, Rhode Island yesterday, where Deepwater Wind invited the press and supporters to kickoff the construction of America’s first offshore wind … Read more
Arizona Seeks To Modernize Renewable Energy Development
Arizona Representatives Paul Gosar and Ann Kirkpatrick have been holding joint town halls as part of an ongoing effort to set aside partisan politics and provide a unified voice on … Read more
The Department of Energy’s New Vision on Wind Power
The future of the U.S. energy supply is looking blustery – and that’s a good thing! On March 12th, the Department of Energy (DOE) released a new report titled Wind … Read more
First U.S. Offshore Wind Turbines Fully Financed for 2015 Construction
2015 will be the year the United States begins constructing its first offshore wind turbines. This major milestone will set the stage for the largest and most scalable clean energy source … Read more
Marylanders Ask Elected Officials for Clean Energy
Hundreds of Marylanders rallied in Annapolis, Maryland last week to show their support for the Clean Energy Advancement Act. The National Wildlife Federation and members of the Maryland Climate Coalition joined … Read more
Historic U.S, China Climate Agreement Signals a Breakthrough for Wildlife
A landmark achievement has occurred in efforts to move climate solutions for wildlife forward. After years of fits and starts, China and the U.S. – the two countries that account for … Read more
Scientists’ Report: Clean Power Plan Can Spur Wildlife-Friendly Renewable Energy
An important new study put forth by the Union of Concerned Scientists further confirms that the U.S. can do even more to speed the transition to clean energy and reduce … Read more
Report: State Leaders Must “Catch the Wind” Offshore to Protect Wildlife from Climate Change
Now, more than ever before, our treasured wildlife need us to deliver bold and effective climate change solutions. Rising temperatures, severe droughts, extreme coastal storms, and sea levels encroaching on … Read more
