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Colo. latest state to reject scale-back of renewable standards
Efforts to roll back state-level renewable energy standards hit another roadblock yesterday, as Colorado Democrats rejected a measure aimed at reducing the state’s current generation requirements. But opponents to the mandated use of resources including wind and solar power will still press similar bills in a handful of other states this year. [ read more … ]
Pennsylvania Governor Proposes Big Investments in Renewable Energy and Efficiency
Today, in his first budget address as Governor of Pennsylvania, Tom Wolf proposed $325 million in investments in the state’s energy sector, including significant investments in wind, solar, and energy efficiency. This proposal is part of an overall economic development plan aimed at investing in education and creating high-paying jobs across the Commonwealth. [ read more … ]
Japan’s Growth in Solar Power Falters as Utilities Balk
Solar use in Japan has exploded over the last two years as part of an ambitious national effort to promote renewable energy. But the technology’s future role is now in doubt. Utilities say their infrastructure cannot handle the swelling army of solar entrepreneurs intent on selling their power. And their willingness to invest more money depends heavily on whether the government remains committed to clean energy. [ read more … ]
Inhofe shrugs as Jon Stewart pounces on snowball stunt
Sen. James Inhofe laughed off comedian Jon Stewart’s “Daily Show” segment last night that lampooned the Environment and Public Works Committee chairman for implying that snow in February means man-made climate change isn’t happening. [ read more … ]
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