A new study sheds light on looming key policy choices to be made by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in finalizing the Clean Power Plan this summer. The peer-reviewed study has recently been published in the online edition of “Nature Climate Change” and constitutes the culmination of a joint research endeavor under the auspices of… Keep reading →
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Clean Air and Health to Co-benefit from More Stringent US Power Plant Carbon Standards, Study Suggests
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We will never sell or share your information without your consent. See our privacy policy.A state-owned Chinese oil major has been caught violating provincial and local environmental laws. The size of the fine incurred however, points to evidence that these mega energy companies still have more sway within the country than local laws and government officials tasked to enforce those laws. Late last week, Chinese media reported that… Keep reading →
Congressional Candidates and Energy Efficiency: Intentionally Vague?
By Wendy FormichelliAs our nation prepares to vote in the 2014 midterm elections, it’s important we identify which issues are most important to us and whether our candidate(s) of choice represent us well. Is energy policy an issue that resonates with you? Do you know where your candidates stand as you cast your ballot on November 4?… Keep reading →