Climate change lawsuits face uphill battle, but could have radical implications – The San Diego Union-Tribune
The San Diego Union-Tribune Climate change lawsuits face uphill battle, but could have radical implicationsThe San Diego Union-Tribune“We’re in uncharted territory here pretty fundamentally,” said Sean Hecht, co-executive director of the UCLA law school’s Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment. “The theory behind it is an interesting one: that essentially, petroleum …
Political Road Map: You’ll get to vote on a part of Sacramento’s big climate change plans – Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times Political Road Map: You’ll get to vote on a part of Sacramento’s big climate change plansLos Angeles TimesCap and trade is the linchpin of California’s climate change agenda, as it forces companies to pay money for any emissions beyond the “cap” imposed by state regulators. The revenues collected from those emission allowances…
Mayors urge Government to take more action on climate change now – Stuff.co.nz
Stuff.co.nz Mayors urge Government to take more action on climate change nowStuff.co.nzThe mayors – half of the country’s roster of 78 – made a declaration on climate change at the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) conference on Sunday evening. They called for central government to develop an ambitious plan to transition New Zealand …Councils’ climate change…
Is Gov. Rick Scott a friend or foe of the environment? – McClatchy Washington Bureau
Is Gov. Rick Scott a friend or foe of the environment?McClatchy Washington BureauThe small-government, tea party-backed Republican isn’t necessarily known as an environmental governor. He touts gutting regulations and state agencies, including ones that protect the environment. Many environmentalists criticize his record and say he … and more »
Paterson teacher honored for instilling ‘sense of ownership’ in the environment – NorthJersey.com
NorthJersey.com Paterson teacher honored for instilling ‘sense of ownership’ in the environmentNorthJersey.comNakeia Wimberly, a first grade teacher, will travel to Puerto Rico with Sarah Sterling-Laldee, supervisor of science for Paterson BOE, for a conference on teaching and the environment. Tariq Zehawi/NorthJersey.com …
Smart City: India’s smart cities plan can adversely impact … – Economic Times
Economic Times Smart City: India’s smart cities plan can adversely impact …Economic TimesAs per a study, the detrimental environmental impact due to smart cities would increase at a greater rate than the population.India’s ‘smart’ cities plan may adversely impact environmentHindustan TimesIndia’s smart cities plan may adversely impact environment: StudyETRealty.com all 9 news articles »
Michael Gove signals change of thinking on UK environment – Financial Times
Financial Times Michael Gove signals change of thinking on UK environmentFinancial TimesMichael Gove on Friday signalled a shift in government thinking on the environment as he vowed Britain’s forests, fens and fragile creatures would be protected by the “world’s highest” conservation standards after Britain leaves the EU. The environment …Michael Gove to pledge ‘Green Brexit’ in…
Environment Canada confirms 6 tornadoes touched down in Saskatchewan – Globalnews.ca
Globalnews.ca Environment Canada confirms 6 tornadoes touched down in SaskatchewanGlobalnews.caOn Saturday, Environment Canada confirmed six tornadoes touched down in the province on Friday. There were two north of Lanigan, one north of the BHP Jansen Mine, one near the village of Quill Lake, one near Fishing Lake and one between Wapella …Six tornadoes touched down in…
Energy Recap: Revisiting Geothermal Energy – Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Energy Recap: Revisiting Geothermal EnergySeeking AlphaEvery Friday, Seeking Alpha provides a roundup of insightful opinion and analysis articles in the energy sector. In this edition, we highlight articles on Halcon Resources, NextEra Energy, and Transocean, as well as ask for your take on the energy sector.
Colorado clean energy: 4 reasons the future is bright despite Trump – Utility Dive
Minnesota Public Radio News Colorado clean energy: 4 reasons the future is bright despite TrumpUtility DiveColorado has long been a national leader in developing clean, renewable energy. In 2016, it was the seventh largest wind producing state and the eleventh largest solar producing state. Over 25% of the electricity generated by Colorado’s largest …Xcel, clean…