See America’s National Parks Again, For The Very First Time (With Exclusive CleanTechnica Sneak Peek)
Just when you think you’ve seen everything, America’s National Parks says you ain’t seen nothing yet.
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Save A Bird By Dimming Your Lights
Light pollution affects more than just our ability to stargaze — it can also have a major impact on animals. With excessive artificial light interfering with their natural sleep cycles, nocturnal creatures like bats, owls, and fireflies can have a tough time finding food, attracting mates, or staying safe from … [continued]
It’s Solar Energy Vs. The Cows As Public Lands Battle Heats Up
A high tech range war for the 21st century: solar energy developers could crowd out cattle ranchers from public lands in western states.
Solar Energy In 1995: US National Parks Led The Way
America’s national parks are front and center in wildlife conservation and renewable energy, too.
Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute Launches — Solar + Wildlife
By John Rogers The American Wind Wildlife Institute (AWWI) has just become the Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI). That’s a good thing, and a sign of even better things to come. AWWI, now REWI (pronounced “ree-why”), is a unique organization that brings together key stakeholders committed to expanding the scale and role … [continued]
US Federal Recommendations Support Monitoring for Offshore Wind
By Francine Kershaw, Staff Scientist, Marine Mammals, Oceans Division, Nature Program A new scientific publication provides recommendations on how to monitor ocean sounds and will help the offshore wind industry advance in a smart way that is protective of the marine environment. Offshore wind energy development is now rapidly advancing in … [continued]
National Audubon Society Sues Alameda County To Prevent Wind Project & Protect Golden Eagles
In a stand against wind power plants built in a specific area of the Golden State that is home to various birds and bats, the National Audubon Society recently announced that it is suing a California county. The environmental group said its reason for doing this was to improve bird … [continued]
Couple Uses Tesla Summon To Safely Scare Off Javelinas
A couple from Scottsdale, Arizona, found themselves in a unique predicament in which they ended up being saved by the Summon feature of their Tesla Model 3. The couple, Kimberly and Jeff Weeldreyer, were showing their new home to a friend, Carolyn. The home was still under construction, and while … [continued]
Biden Administration Starts to Restore Protections for Alaska’s Tongass National Forest
Originally published on NRDC Expert Blog. The move would reverse one of Trump’s numerous environmental rollbacks, which had opened half of this pristine wilderness to industry. In welcome news for Native tribes, the climate, wildlife, and local businesses, the Biden administration began a much-needed process to reinstate critical protections for Alaska’s Tongass … [continued]
NRDC Sues US EPA For Continuing To Allow Use Of Toxic Weed Killer Glyphosate
By reapproving the use of this pesticide — putting both public health and the environment at risk — the Trump administration is, once again, ignoring the science.
