VP Confabs On Green Jobs
Guess who's coming to the first meeting of Joe Biden's Middle Class Task Force with its green jobs focus. A list
February 27, 2009
Financial Advice From Merrill Lynch
Merrill Lynch says free CO2 emissions permits as the best way to win passage of federal climate legislation. Any buyers?
On Ice
Andy Revkin defends the melting polar ice position against climate skeptic's challenge. Chill
B-Schools Go For Green
Graduate business schools like Michigan, Stanford and MIT are going for LEED-rated campus buildings. Climate Wire {Subscribers only]
February 26, 2009
Climate Linkage
President Obama's proposed budget would link CO2 revenue from new climate legislation to tax relief, but will the politics and the numbers line up? Stay tuned
Into The Pool
What a crowd lobbying Congress on climate change! Jump in
Cree Fight Oil Sands Plan
Canada's Bear Lake Cree funded to gather environmental evidence for a law suit to block oil sands projects in Alberta. Drill down
Beware The Climate Cynic
Climate cynic John Tierney meets his match, a Cornell U. undergrad. Kapow!
February 25, 2009
What To Do With RGGI $$?
New York issues a draft plan for investing $525 million in RGGI auction proceeds. For public comment
Get Reconciled
Budget reconciliation, the process where both branches of Congress agree on funding, could include Democratic climate language, but some Democrats are opposed. Work it out
Climate & Costs Clash In California
California, the nation's climate-action leader, faces stiff challenges over costs estimates for cutting carbon emissions. Serious stuff
Our Eco-Economic Experiment
Many nations pin hope on a green New Deal. How do US, EU and Chinese spending plans compare? Find out
UK: Construction Industry Warms To Green Renovation
Upgrade the energy efficiency of the UK's commercial and government buildings to create thousands of new jobs and save money for owners, urges new study. New view
Franco-Italian Atom Plan
By 2020, Italy could get four new nuclear power plants from a French-Italian utility deal. Learn more
Show Me
Gore v Will on how to make the case for (or against) climate change. Far from the last word on the art of persuasion. Start here
February 24, 2009
Carbon Markets: Downs And An Up
The EU carbon market and related clean development mechanism is a study in gloom, but the US states' RGGI market could be a bright spot. Trendy
UK: Our Friend The Atom
Four prominent UK environmentalists, in light of the climate challenge, now support nuclear power. Go nuclear
Tide Power Plans
Owners of the six turbine East River tidal power project have expansion plans. Dive in
NASA Climate Satellite Crashes
A new NASA satellite crashes to Earth, ending the agency's GHG mission. Downer
Weatherization At Work
The $5 billion for building weatherization in the federal stimulus package is a proven path to energy savings and good jobs. Look into it
Dutch Grid Good To Go
Dutch researchers find nation's electric power system is able to cope with wind power. Plug in
Climate Brain-Truster to EPA
Law professor Jon Cannon, author of a pivotal memo on regulating GHGs, is named EPA deputy administrator. E&E Daily [Subscribers only]
February 23, 2009
High Speed Railing
Now that the stimulus package has billions for high speed rail and critics too, where could new projects be located? Map it
It's Rebateable!
Can a US climate policy be consumer friendly? Could be
Alternative Alchemy
Scientists to explore whether offshore wind turbines can power algae agriculture for biofuel production. Stay tuned
Into The Hedges
The EU's sinking carbon market is looking to hedge funds for a lift. Learn more
Unregulated CO2 Ending
Carol Browner, the Obama administration climate-czar, announces that the EPA will start down the path to regulate carbon dioxide emissions, Begin here but says the President would prefer Congressional action E&E Daily [Subscribers only]
February 20, 2009
Make A Connection
How do scientists link global climate change with local environmental changes? Click in
Cap & Trade v Tax - Again
For those who can't get enough of this debate, here's the latest NRDC position. Fine print
Cloud or Silver Lining?
Plummeting oil prices are good news for some and terrible news for others. Look into it
Climate, Congress & China
The Obama Administration must persuade Congress as well as emerging economies like China to act decisively on climate change. Stay tuned
Conflict On Climate & Trade Policy
A battle is brewing around climate and trade issues that could make passage of a global warming law tougher. Look into it
The New Carbon Debate
Should the EPA regulate CO2 emissions now or wait for new federal legislation? Think
February 19, 2009
MisLEEDING
Green buildings are so popular that some projects are claiming LEED status without actually being certified. Caveat emptor
Green Transmission
New FERC chairman Jim Wellinghoff sees renewables, demand side management and distributed power ahead for the nation's electricity grid. That's powerful
Blueprint For A Greener NY
The NY League of Conservation Votes has a plan for a more sustainable state. Start here
LA LED's The Way
Los Angeles will light the night with 140,000 ultra-energy efficient LED bulbs. A Clinton Foundation loan will help to pay for the program. How bright
Forecast: Sunnier
The investment climate for solar power is getting brighter with passage of the federal stimulus bill says executive. Plug in
Trees Working Overtime
Scientists report that tropical trees soak up almost 20% of the world's carbon emissions. Keep growing!
The Laggers' List
CERES, a coalition of environmentalists and investors, is keeping a climate corporate Watch List. Who's on?
Alberta's Bitumen Battle
President Obama is disturbed by the carbon footprint left by Alberta Canada's oil sands industry. Seeking solutions
Coal-Fired Civil Disobedience
Why is Bill McKibben willing to face arrest to stop America's coal addiction? Powershift here
Germany Catches The Wind
A major German utility orders 250 wind turbines for a 1,000MW offshore wind farm. Turn, turn
February 17, 2009
Enough To Boil An Egg
Mayor Bloomberg issues a prediction about the hot, flooded NYC ahead in a climate-changed world. Whew!
Less Gas Next Year
A steep drop next year in US natural gas production is feared. Low prices blamed. Learn more
Undoing Bush
The EPA will reconsider a late Bush-era rule on carbon emissions from new coal-fired power plants. Considerable!
Cut Carbon, Save Euros
A study claims that use of CCS technology by coal-burning German utilities could cut both GHG emissions and costs. Capture that
Green Collar Skeptic
Can green collar job programs raise overall employment levels? Is this the right question? Look into it
Long Island Trends Solar
The Long Island Power Authority has big plans for commercial, inustiral and residential solar power. Plug in
Carbon Climbing
Scientists are alarmed by sharp increases in global carbon emissions since 2000. No declines detected. Here's why
Smarter Than A Shovel
Stimulus dollars could be spent on shovel-ready projects or invested in smart infrastructure; choices matter. WSJ
Last Year's Good News
Researchers calculate that in 2007, the EU's CO2 market was the major force in shrinking emissions in participating countries. Look back
February 13, 2009
National Grid v Eminent Domain
Building a 21st Century national electric grid could be harder than building the 20th century's interstate highway system. Go BANANAs
Adapt Or Else
UK engineers warn that Britain must plan for climate change impacts or suffer the consequences. Or else!
New Directions Offshore
Interior Secretary Salazar favors offshore renewable energy that relies on wind waves and ocean currents. Dive in
UK: Zero Ahead
The British government promises a nation of zero carbon emissions homes by 2049. Look into it
Red Tape Risks For Green Projects
The Department of Energy needs a makeover to speed approval and oversight of some $40 billion in stimulus funds to grow green projects. Snip, snip
It's Melting. So What?
A glacier and ice sheet expert delves into the specific impact of Antarctic melting and rising global sea levels. Hot stuff
February 12, 2009
Hey Big Lenders!
Large European utilities still have the will and the cash to go ahead with offshore wind energy projects. Spend a minute
The Good Stimulus Story
Get a rundown on green funding in the economic stimulus bill that's headed for the President's signature. Start here
The Bad Stimulus Story
The compromise stimulus bill slashes funds for energy efficient buildings and federal fleet vehicles by 50%. Energy loan guarantees are zeroed out. Learn more
More Green Moves Markets
Home builders and suppliers see energy efficiency becoming a market plus. Same goes for renovation firms. WSJ
February 11, 2009
Do You Wanna Dance?
Who's up and who's down on passing a US climate bill and what that's got to do with public opinion? Start here
Save At Home
It seems that residential demand for natural gas is dipping, although the winter is cold and prices are dropping. Ditto for home heating oil. WSJ
Under The Sea
The UK's National Grid Plc wants to pipe CO2 from coal-fired power plants to North Sea gas fields for sequestration. Let's see
Empire State Green
A New York-based, LEED certified firm launches a line of green modular homes. How stimulating
Canadians Want More
Ontario Canada's alternative energy feed-in tariff program met its target in year one of a three year program. Plug in
The House Climate On Climate
See this February portrait of House member sentiments on passing a climate change law. Come closer
The Train In Spain
Passengers can travel from Barcelona to Madrid at 310 mph on new high-speed trains. BTW, domestic air travel is down. Get on board
February 10, 2009
Unplugging
European industrial electricity use declines for the first time since WW II. What's up?
On Fire!
Climate scientists will meet to get out an emergency call-to-action aimed at global policy makers. Listen up
Not So Smart Grid
A skeptical take on the smart national grid idea from an environmental perspective. Plug in
NJ Loves PV But LH Loves ST
A New Jersey utility will spend $774 million on photovoltaics while an Op Ed writer's heart beats faster for solar thermal hot water devices.
Fallout From Falling Economies
The deep downturn in industrialized economies means falling funds for GHG curbs in developing ones. Consider that
Canaries In The Climate Coal Mine
The north-moving range of more than 300 bird species is a clear sign of a warming US. Be warned
Revkin's Nightmare
Andy loses sleep over a world where limitless solar energy could fuel limitless appetites on a finite planet. How about you?
Beat The Clock?
A leading House Democrat presses for a US climate law before the December UN treaty meeting in Copenhagen. Tick tock
February 07, 2009
Don't Mourn - Measure Better
The Energy Star label may overestimate energy savings on consumer appliances. How can the program improve on the real numbers? Make it count
February 05, 2009
Fish Getting Lost
Scientists find evidence that acidifying sea water resulting from elevated atmospheric CO2 levels can impair fish navigational abilities. FInd out more
February 04, 2009
China +Clinton=Climate
Secretary of State Clinton will soon visit China, with the climate crisis on the agenda.Details emerging
Far-Sighted Or Near-Sighted?
How the President's clean energy goals look depends on where you look from. Start here
Will Nation's Oldest N-Plant Stay Open?
New Jersey's aged Oyster Creek nuclear power plant faces an NRC delay in renewing its operating permit. Stay tuned
Obama To OMB: Change
President Obama launches a make-over of the Office of Management and Budget. Scientists are optimistic. Fine print matters
Alt Energy On Ice
Economic and credit woes add up to trouble in the emerging US solar and wind power industry. Brrrr
Russian-German N-Power Talks
Vladimir Putin and German energy giant Siemens discuss cooperation on nuclear power projects. Look into it
February 03, 2009
Stimuli: Compare & Contrast
Get a graphic comparison of House and Senate stimulus funding for energy efficiency and alternative energy. Surprised?
UK Climate Progress Doubted
The official 1.7% drop in UK GHG emissions in 2007 is called 'creative accounting' by critics. Look into it
Moving The Wind
A $5 billion investment for new electric transmission lines will send Texas wind power from prairies to consumers. Read more
Fuel Costs Pinch Military Plans
French, UK and US military budget makers, pressed by recent high fuel prices, seek energy efficiency and alternative fuel options. Learn more
Start Your Engines
Wal-Mart's truck fleet test drives hybrid diesel electric vehicles. Ready, set
The Bronx, Yes Thonx
Intervale Green, a $39 million, 128 unit, Energy Star-rated, low income apartment building opens its doors in the Bronx. Welcome
February 02, 2009
Davos: Energy Infratructure Needs
The recent World Economic Forum in Davos called for billions in new infrastructure investment plus government action and regulation to combat climate disaster. R U listening?
Green U?
University research labs are pressing for federal stimulus funds to fuel new clean and efficient energy technologies. Stay tuned
Working Up A Sweat
A scorching summer in Australia gives some clues about what it's like to live with climate change. Whew!
Too Cheap To Matter?
The EU market price of CO2 is down two-thirds since last summer and may no longer influence energy investment decisions. Dig down