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New England Plays Catch-Up in the Green Energy Racenew

New England may be used to being the birthplace of revolutions, but in the case of wind power, that ship has sailed. States out West are far outproducing us, and will likely continue to. That said, we still could be a player in the nascent wind industry; we've just got some catching up to do.
Boston Phoenix  |  Mike Miliard  |  08-19-2009  |  Environment

Not So Cool: Austin Struggles With Climate Protectionnew

The Austin Climate Protection Plan was among the most ambitious in the country when announced in 2007; two years later, making it real remains a challenge.
Austin Chronicle  |  Katherine Gregor  |  06-21-2009  |  Environment

Despite Tough Times, Energy Conservation Bills Gain Traction in Legislaturenew

"Going green" used to be considered a luxury, especially in a faltering economy. But as the Texas Legislature convened last week amid a budget squeeze, a determined coalition of lawmakers and lobbyists acted on the premise that conserving energy is nothing less than an absolute necessity.
Dallas Observer  |  Megan Feldman  |  01-26-2009  |  Environment

SF's Clean Energy Act Could Mean Lower Carbon Emissions and Lower Electric Billsnew

The Clean Energy Act, which will appear as Proposition H on the November ballot, mandates that the city undertake a study to determine the most cost effective and expeditious way to achieve 100 percent renewable energy by 2040.
San Francisco Bay Guardian  |  Amanda Witherell  |  09-11-2008  |  Environment

Baltimore's Sustainability Commission Holds First Meetingnew

The goal of the commission, which was created last year by a City Council bill, is not just to work for a cleaner, greener footprint for the city but also to create a blueprint for meeting the economic and social needs of city residents.
Baltimore City Paper  |  Joe Tropea  |  06-24-2008  |  Environment

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