November 2007 Archives

The state of California is again taking the federal EPA to court, asking for the agency to rule on a request to limit greenhouse gas emisssions. Receiving a waiver is not a sure bet because of the global nature of climate change.

A microgrid prototype to be built in Stamford, Connnecticut, will automatically be "islanded" when grid power is disrupted and continue generating power. From Distributed Energy

Trains use 20 percent less energy than cars or planes, eliminate road congestion, and reduce emissions. While the Bush Administration wants to end support for Amtrak; Congress wants to expand funding.

Governments that own rich oil reserves consistently make bad choices concerning economic development and poverty. The New York Times' Tina Rosenburg argues that state-run oil companies are of more concern than those owned by multinationals.

At a conference of mayors in Seattle, Michael Bloomberg outlines a four point plan for addressing climate change. The mayor recommends more investment in energy research, an end to the ethanol tariff, raising CAFE standards, and a carbon tax.