California Referendum Passes: $500 Million a Year for Efficiency, Clean Energy Projects at Schools
Voters closed a tax loophole, raising about $1 billion a year for California, half of which is earmarked for schools.
Energy Star Reaches High Penetration Rates for Homes, Appliances
A quarter of new homes met Energy Standards last year, and some appliances are reaching 100% penetration rates.
Onshore Wind Farm Operating Costs Fall 38%
Fierce competition among turbine manufacturers are driving down prices.
International Trade Commission Upholds Chinese Solar Tariffs
The US ruling has emboldened the European Union to widen its own investigation into anti-competive behavior.
Siemens Takes ‘Next Big Step’ In Offshore Wind
Siemens is going beyond sheer size with its 6 MW mammoth wind turbine, meant to withstand the challenges of offshore wind.
World's Largest Community Solar Project Online in the UK
Even in tough economic conditions, the first community solar project is oversubscribed.
Election Brings US Closer to Constitutional Amendment
Montana and Colorado passed ballot initiatives by large margins to reverse Citizens United.
GMO Labels Defeated in California
Here's one place where big money won - $46 million worth of misinformation.
Michigan Referendum Fails to Raise Share of Renewable Energy
Fossil fuel industries orchestrated a well-funded campaign to convince voters to vote against raising the share of renewables in the state.
Big Money Lost In 2012 Election
Fossil fuel industries dumped hundreds of millions of dollars into campaigns, and lost.