The Clean Energy Economy: 2.7 Million Green Jobs, 40% Fewer Emissions
America’s transition to a clean energy economy could create 2.7 million green jobs and cut emissions 40% for less than we already spend on fossil fuels.
Author: silviomarcacci
Can REthinking Power Generation Create A Renewable Energy Future?
Plummeting renewable energy prices mean we still have time to prevent dangerous climate change, but it’s crunch time for action, according to a new report.
U.S. Carbon Markets Just Dropped $400 Million On Clean Energy
The California and Northeast U.S. carbon markets just invested $400 million in cap-and-trade revenue in clean energy, efficiency, and emissions reductions.
Americans Love Paying Extra To Stay At LEED-Certified Hotels
New Cornell University research finds Americans willing to pay higher daily rates to stay at LEED-certified hotels, meaning going green equals making green.
How One Wonky Court Decision Could Unlock Our Renewable Energy Future
One wonky court decision might have just unlocked America’s renewable energy future by requiring regional coordination between states and utilities.
UC Irvine Tops U.S. Sustainability Efforts In “Cool Schools” Ranking
Just in time for the back to school rush, University of California Irvine tops America’s “Cool Schools” list – but the rest of the top ten may surprise you.
US Installs 835MW New Wind Energy So Far In 2014, 14.6GW On The Way
America built 835MW new wind energy capacity in 2014, boosting the economy, and could add an additional 14,600MW despite ongoing federal policy uncertainty.
Are Utilities About To Kill Solar Energy’s Future In North Carolina?
A North Carolina regulatory review could change solar energy’s future in the state, with utilities pushing rules to grind new development to a halt.
California Keeps Crushing America’s Clean Energy And Tech Rankings
Even though California once again dominates Clean Edge’s annual Clean Tech Leadership Index, clean energy keeps growing in almost every corner of America.
Bay Area Governments Make America’s Biggest-Yet Electric Vehicle Buy
10 San Francisco-area public agencies have just made America’s largest electric vehicle fleet purchase to date.
