New Penalty for Polluting: Pay for a Big Solar System
The City and County of Honolulu's penalty for violating air pollution laws is to fund construction of a major solar system, in addition to paying a big fine.
Policy/Trends
Canada's Scientists Muzzled To The Point of Fear
Climate scientists want protection from the federal government in their union contracts so they can speak freely and publish their research.
Under 2 MOU Signed By 12 Governments
The 12 founding signatories include both advanced and developing economies and would collectively constitute the fourth largest economic entity in the world, with $4.5 trillion in GDP.
Canada Submits Official Climate Targets to UN
Canada submitted the weakest targets among the G7 with no mention of controlling tar sands emissions.
We Need a National Renewable Energy Portfolio
Once again, legislation for a National RPS has been introduced, a policy we should fight for.
The Great Transition to Renewable Energy
Lester Brown's latest book catalogs the developments leading us to a world powered by renewable energy.
POWER Initiative Created to Help Coal Workers Transition to Clean Economy Jobs
$35 million in grants will be dispersed this year in Appalachia.
Western Towns Want Coal Miners to Pay for Climate Adaptation
11 western towns have formed a pact to get coal miners to pay their fair share for the changing climate they face.
Tesla's New PowerWall Battery Sells Out!
In less than a week, Tesla Energy is overwhelmed by orders from homeowners and industrial buyers.
Whole Foods Market Launches Value Priced Stores
The next wave of supermarkets will offer a curated selection of products at value prices.