In Venture Capital, Sustainability Is the New Buzzword
Venture capital firms are focused on sustainability as a whole right now, including organic products and cleanweb.
State Department Releases Final Analysis of Keystone Pipeline
For the first time, the report acknowledges the relationship between tar sands and climate change, but stops short of concluding the pipeline should not go forward.
Monarch Butterfly Population At Historic Lows
After reaching all time lows at wintering sites last year, the numbers are even lower this winter.
Australia Chooses Coal Over Great Barrier Reef
A permit has been issued that will make Australia the world's biggest coal exporter and drudged mud to expand the port will be dumped at the foot of the reef.
Farm Bill Supports Renewable Energy, Hemp, Organic Programs
The compromise Farm Bill preserves crucial funding for renewable energy among its many provisions.
West Virginia, Where Solar Growth Would Help
The state lags the country on solar installations because of the lack of supportive policies.
Texas On the Verge of Getting 10% Electricity From Wind
Wind energy has doubled in Texas in the past five years and is on the verge of supplying 10% of the state's electricity.
India Moves to Restore Forest Cover
As part of its National Climate Plan, India will restore forests to bring back biodiversity and carbon sinks.
10 Major US Cities Join to Boost Energy Efficiency in Biggest Buildings
The City Energy Project is expected to cut carbon emissions 5-7 million tons a year and save $1 billion a year on energy bills.
NASA Launches 5 Missions to Study Earth's Vital Signs
This year, NASA will collect data about the state of our planet and how it is changing, measuring carbon, moisture and pollution levels.