Conservation

Chestnuts to Stop Planet from Roasting?

 |  Jul 6, 2009

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

Poll Finds Americans Favor Emissions Regulation

 |  Jul 6, 2009

The successful passage of the American Clean Energy and Security Act through the House dovetails with public support for cleaner energy practices. A recent Washington Post-ABC News poll finds that … Read more

Business and Utility CEOs Call for Action on Energy and Climate

 |  Jul 6, 2009

In the weeks leading up to last Friday’s crucial House floor vote, scientists and conservationists were far from alone in pushing for comprehensive new energy legislation. In an open letter … Read more

White House: New Light Bulb Standards Could Save Billions

 |  Jul 6, 2009

President Obama announced Monday that he has asked Energy Secretary Steven Chu to work toward stricter government efficiency standards for light bulbs. Coming just days after the House approved the … Read more

House Makes Historic Vote for Clean Energy

 |  Jul 6, 2009

President Obama’s call for comprehensive energy and climate legislation this year was answered by the House of Representatives in passing the American Clean Energy and Security Act by a 219 … Read more

You spoke…Congress Listened. Now It’s On To the Senate.

 |  Jul 2, 2009

As you know, Congress passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act. Now it’s on to the Senate to help move America to a cleaner, brighter energy future. On behalf … Read more

Perriello: ACES Won on “New Politics”

 |  Jul 2, 2009

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

 |  Jun 30, 2009

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

Remembering Craig Tufts, NWF’s Chief Naturalist

 |  Jun 29, 2009

It is hard to find the words to express how much Craig’s presence will be deeply missed around the National Wildlife Federation’s headquarters and throughout the NWF family. Craig embodied … Read more

NWF to ACES Supporters: Thank You

 |  Jun 29, 2009

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