Costa Rica, Leader in Green Economic Development
The country pays landowners to protect ecosystems that supply fresh water and absorb carbon.
Policy/Trends
Fiscal Cliff Deal Extends Some Green Programs, Gives Up On Farm Bill
Algae is now included for biofuel credits, among other tax extenders, and the farm bill has been kicked down the road, hurting sustainable agriculture..
Rio+20: Yes, Important Progress Made
By Rona Fried The lofty purpose of the Rio+20 Earth Summit was to “establish an institutional framework for sustainable development and to establish a green economy.. While not legally binding,
Denmark Passes Legislation: 100% Renewable Energy by 2050!
Denmark's entire economy will run on renewables including electricity, heat, industry and transportation.
The Environmental Side of Occupy Wall Street
The protest connect the dots between money and politics as the root cause of environmental and social problems they're rallying against.
REINS Act Would Increase Toxic Pollution
John Walke of NRDC explains how the REINS Act would make it easier for big polluters to kill environmental protections.