Hope of climate progress with U.S./China deal
Last week, President Obama and China’s President Xi announced a new plan to begin tackling greenhouse gas emissions—their first joint statement about global climate action.
Category: Energy & Efficiency
Save the Sound intern documents her experiences on Dominica: The Nature Island
Through her experiences, intern Emma Hickey expanded her view of US environmental policy and consciousness
Public-private partnership launches Stamford 2030 District
Sixth city as model district for urban sustainability in the U.S., first in New England
Shagbark Lumber: From two-man farm to solar farm
This entry in our occassional guest series highlights the transition of a local family farm to solar power.
New Haven welcomes Fuel Cells
FuelCell Energy, Inc. announced last week that it would be installing a 2.8 megawatt (mW) fuel cell in New Haven, Connecticut as its second installation, with the first in Bridgeport.
Connecticut & Carbon: What the EPA’s new rule means for our state
In a range between North Dakota at 10% and Washington at 70%, Connecticut needs to reduce emissions by 30%.
Press Release: CT’s Greenhouse Gas Report Marks Progress on Reductions
Connecticut on track to meet 2020 target, but needs a detailed plan for 2050
The EPA’s New Climate Rule: A Complete Breakdown
On Monday, the EPA proposed a landmark rule to limit carbon emissions from existing power plants. The goal is a 30% nationwide reduction from 2005 levels by 2030.