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Making the Electric Car Capital of the U.S.
The San Francisco Bay Area aims to be the electric car capital of the U.S. with a $1 billion investment.
Waxman Bests Dingell for Key House Chairmanship
Henry Waxman is taking John Dingell's seat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
California's Coalition of the Willing
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's climate summit made some important steps in the fight against global warming by bringing together a bipartisan group of 12 states with four nations - Canada, Mexico, Brazil and Indonesia.
PlayStation 3 Costs 5 Times as Much to Operate as the Wii
A new study shows how wasteful video games are when it comes to energy usage.
Why We Must Upgrade to a Smart Grid
In order to spur the development of renewable energy we need to invest in a smart grid to move the electricity around.
Ted Stevens, Convicted Felon, Voted Out of Office
Energy policy and global warming legislation could be influenced by both the ousting of Alaskan Senator Ted Stevens, the departure of Sen. Joe Lieberman from a committee, and the squabble between Democrats in the House for control of the Energy and C
Thought Extinct, Pygmy Tasier Re-Discovered
Texas A&M anthropologists have re-discovered the pygmy tasier, a tiny adorable primate in Indonesia.
5 Reasons to Be Hopeful About Global Warming
There was ample news to bring hope to the global warming fight this week, as California and President-elect Obama showed real leadership on the issue.
Obama Makes Strong Pledge to Combat Global Warming
President elect Barack Obama has made a strong statement to a bipartisan group of governors at a Climate Summit, pledging to counteract global warming.
7 Depressing Environmental Stories
The seven most depressing stories of the day, all important news, all given short shrift in the nation's newspapers.
World Carbon Emissions Continue to Increase
World emissions of carbon dioxide continue to rise, fueling global warming, and President elect Barack Obama does not expect to attend the United Nations' next climate summit before taking office.
How to Recycle Your Old Electronics
To reduce E-waste, the EPA has a new site that attempts to connect recyclers to manufacturers and retailers that accept electronics like televisions for recycling.
Should Michael Pollan Be Secretary of Agriculture?
He's Got Legions of Fans, But Pollan Jokes He Fears Vetting Process.
20 U.S. Communities That Exercise the Most
The U.S. communities that get the most amount of leisure exercise.
Couch Potato, U.S.A.
The U.S. communities that get the least amount of leisure exercise.
The 15 Least Healthy Places in America
The unhealthiest places in America are mostly in the South and Southwest.
The 20 Healthiest Places in America
Healthiest places in America include many that are known to attract outdoors enthusiasts.
How To Bury a News Story
Bush Administration opened up tens of thousands of acres adjacent to national parks to oil drilling on election day, when no one was paying attention.
'Microwave Safe' Plastics Leach Suspect Chemical
Plastic containers marked 'microwave safe' still leached Bisphenol A and could expose infants to unsafe doses of the controversial chemical.
Southern California Wildfires Relentless
Wildfires in Southern California have destroyed hundreds of homes and burned tens of thousands of acres.
Which Is Worse for Global Warming Emissions, Flying or Driving?
Which releases more carbon dioxide, flying or driving? You may be surprised at the relative global warming emissions of transportation.
Revolutionary "Eco-Villages" Sprout Up Across the World
Eco-villages are intentional communities organized around green principles. A relatively new concept, they are spreading around the world. Early examples include one in Ithaca, New York and pioneering Arcosanti in Arizona.
It's America Recycles Day
Americans recycle an awful lot, but not nearly as much as we could.
Cuba, Haiti and Texas Bear Brunt of 2008 Hurricane Season
The 2008 hurricane season is all but over, and the toll has been steep.
Decision By Obscure Agency May Prevent New Coal Plants
A decision in an obscure corner of the EPA could undo the Bush Administration's policy of refusing to regulate carbon dioxide through the executive branch. It puts the future of coal power in question.
Tadpole Tests Show Lethality of One Pesticide
A new study finds that one pesticide in particular, banned in Europe but used in the United States, is quite deadly to leopard frog tadpoles, and that mixtures of low-dose pesticides are also quite deadly.
4 Election Success Stories You May Have Missed
Voters across the nation voted for land conservation, renewable energy, energy efficiency and public transportation measures in the November election.
Tea Fire Destroys 80 Santa Barbara Homes
A wildfire fed by Santa Ana devil winds has destroyed more than 80 Santa Barbara County homes and forced the evacuation of many, including celebrities.
Dirty Air Costs Billions
Which State Has the Worst Air Pollution In the Country?
I'm Green, You're Not — Here's a Gift
Earth-friendly green gifts to help your friends and loved ones go green. Look at these gift ideas if you're green and your loved one isn't -- yet.
How Do You Dispose of Unused Meds?
Unwanted Drugs Pollute Waterways, But One City Has Come Up With A Solution to Keep Them Out of the Water Supply.
Why Obama's Priority 1, 2 and 3 Should Be China, Russia and India
President elect Obama should deal with China, Russia and India to solve the energy crisis and reassert American supremacy as an innovator.
World Energy Outlook: 'Patently Unsustainable'
The latest World Energy Outlook from the International Energy Agency underscores the huge consequences of doing nothing to stop global warming, but also the huge costs of doing something.
Study: Pollution May Trigger Tornadoes
The 2008 tornado season has been deadly. New research suggests tornadoes may be triggered in part by dust and air pollution in the atmosphere.
Joe Sixpack, Solar Energy Installer
Getting the clean energy revolution off to a good start, with renewable energy leading the way.
Industry: Climate Fight Would Strain Electric Grid
2009 To-Do List: The 10 Must-See National Parks
The 10 most visited national parks offer stunning beauty -- no wonder they're so well-traveled. Put them on your to-do list for 2009 and beyond.
20+ Ways to Give Without Giving "Stuff"
Green volunteer, charity and experiential gifts for the eco-conscious on your list.
The Winner of Our Arctic Circle Caption Contest
The Daily Green announces the winner, and runners up, of its Arctic Circle caption contest.
On Obama's Day-1 Priority List: Protect Public Lands
President-Elect Barack Obama will likely undo a Bush directive to open public lands near three Utah national parks to oil and gas drilling.
10 More Highlights from the Marine Census of Life
The Marine Census of Life reports on exciting new discoveries from the world's oceans.
10 Highlights from the Marine Census of Life
The Marine Census of Life reports on exciting new discoveries from the world's oceans.
Your Electronics Waste Is a Pollution Nightmare in China
60 Minutes profiles the toxic industry of electronics recycling Sunday. Don't miss it.
Toy Hall of Fame Inducts the Stick
The National Toy Museum has inducted the stick.
Gore to Obama: 3 First Steps to Solve Climate Crisis
Al Gore, via his organization, has some advice for President-Elect Barack Obama and his energy policy team.
Hurricane Paloma Headed for Landfall as Major Storm
Nearly a month after Hurricane Omar reared up in the Caribbean, Hurricane Paloma could reach major Category 3 status as it approaches the Cayman Islands and Cuba.
Greed, Bribes ... and Renewable Energy?
Wind power is a booming business, and regulators have taken aim at greed and corruption in siting wind farms in New York state, as renewable energy grows.
A Fuel Additive That Cuts Pollution? Don't Buy It
Biofriendly has agreed to pay more than $1 million because it made and sold a fuel additive that it claimed reduced pollution, but which had not been tested or registered.
Tropical Storm Paloma Threatens Central America and Cuba
Nearly a month after Hurricane Omar reared up in the Caribbean, Tropical Storm Paloma is threatening to grow into a hurricane as it circles back from the Central American coast and heads toward Cuba.
7 of the "Dirty Dozen" Ousted in Election
Voters opted not to elect seven of 12 "Dirty Dozen" lawmakers identified by the League of Conservation Voters.
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