Lights Would Stay On With More Flexible, Distributed Microgrids
The US grid would be much more resilient if it were divided into chunks of 500-700 connections instead of today's 16,000.
Ohio Moves on Fracking-Earthquake Connection
A consortium of states are now looking into this connection; Ohio issued the first regulations.
Obama Tackles Wildfire Threat with New Strategy
The National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy focuses on fire prevention and restoring the health of forests as wildfires become more frequent and severe.
Desmond Tutu Says, Stop Climate Change Now!
People must break ties with fossil fuel corporations because they are making too much money to give up, he says.
What Are the Koch Brothers Working Towards?
The Koch Bros are now ubiquitous in our democracy, here's what they want.
Too Many Biogas Plants To Count, Growing Fast in US
Municipalities are catching on to biogas plants where they can eliminate waste streams and even earn money.
Oregon Renewable Energy Coop Bill Passes
The legislation allows people to create community solar projects without the expense and hassle of registering as a security.
DARK Act Anti-GMO Labeling Bill Introduced in Congress
Industry-written bill would make mandatory GMO labels on food illegal on federal and state levels.
Ikea's Wind Farm to Produce More Energy Than Total US Footprint
This corporate leader just bought its first US wind farm, being built near Chicago.
NC's Green Source Rider Connects Big Energy Users to Renewable Energy
Approved by North Carolina regulators, this important program gives Google and other big electricity consumers access to 100% renewable energy.