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Infographic - Energy Vampires
Halloween Campaign Opposing the Energy East Pipeline
The Energy East pipeline is a climate nightmare. A Halloween campaign from 350.org is protesting the pipeline project. As they explain, "climate change is scary -- and so is the largest tar sands pipeline ever proposed. What's even scarier is that this monster of a tar sands pipeline, TransCanada's...
Six Simple Steps for a Greener Halloween
While Halloween can be an environmental nightmare, there are some ways to make it far less ecologically destructive. Here are six simple tips to help you and your kids enjoy a greener Halloween. This is also a great opportunity to communicate the practical applications of environmental sustainability...
Halloween is a Retailers Dream and an Environmental Nightmare
While Halloween may be a retailers dream, from an environmental perspective it is a nightmare. On this day consumers generate a mountain of waste including tons of non-biodegradable candy wrappers and plastic items like decorations and costumes. After an apparent decline last year, Halloween appears...
Phase One of a Massive Solar Project Competed at the University of Arizona
The first phase of a 1 megawatt solar project has been completed at the University of Arizona's Tech Park Solar Zone. Phase one occupies 165 acres of land. It will produce renewable energy for Tucson Electric Power (TEP) using Cogenra solar panels. The facility is owned and operated by Washington Gas...
Our Planet's Primal Scream -- Is Anyone Listening?
This editorial by California Senator Barbara Boxer was published in the Huffington Post on October 24, 2014. Her editorial is prescient in light of the forthcoming midterm elections on November 4th 2014. Senator Boxer chairs the Environment and Public Works Committee. She is a champion of climate legislation...
Democrats Getting Paid to Oppose Climate Change
For Democrats climate denial can be lucrative and the longer you hold out the more you get paid. Although the number of Democrats who deny the existence of climate change is dwindling, those who support the fossil fuel industry and oppose climate legislation are getting millions from the oil and gas...
Europe Leads the Way Towards a Global Climate Agreement
As responsible governments prepare for a global climate treaty in Paris next year, Europe is leading by example. In October European heads of state unanimously endorsed a binding deal that would cut greenhouse gas emissions by forty percent over the next 15 years compared to 1990 levels....
An Upside to Low Oil Prices?
While there is a clear downside to lower oil prices for renewable energy, there may also be a silver lining. Low oil prices are bad for renewable energy, but if they fall low enough they could decrease extraction of some of the dirtiest fossil fuels. Declining oil prices are attributable to the fact...
Climate Change in the Levant and Socio Economic Impacts
In addition to a multitude of very serious challenges, the Levant is also plagued by climate change. Chances are when we here about the region known as the Levant it is in connection with Islamist fighters known as ISIS/ISIL or authoritarian regimes like that Bashar al Assad in Syria. However, climate...
Climate Denial will Soon be Political Suicide
Although climate denial is a central tenant of the Republican party today, this position may soon prove to be politically untenable.Speaking at Yale University, on Tuesday, October 14th, the United States' lead climate negotiator said that climate change denial could soon become a political liability....
NWF EcoLeaders Community
NWF’s EcoLeaders is the first online community of its kind where student leaders can connect with student leaders across the country for support and inspiration. They can also access resources, start projects and track actions and share updates. Those who participate in EcoLeaders earn national recognition...
Chart - Efficiency National Rankings (GGEI)
Related Global Green Economy Index 2014Ranking of National Performance in the Green Economy (GGEI)Chart - Green Cities Ranking (GGEI) Chart - Green Investments and Markets National Rankings (GGEI) Chart - Sustainable Buildings National Rankings (GGEI)The Best and the Worst Climate Performers...
Chart - Green Investments and Markets National Rankings (GGEI)
Related Global Green Economy Index 2014Ranking of National Performance in the Green Economy (GGEI)Chart - Green Cities Ranking (GGEI) Chart - Efficiency National Rankings (GGEI) Chart - Sustainable Buildings National Rankings (GGEI)The Best and the Worst Climate Performers (CDP)...
Polling Data: Climate Change and the US Midterm Elections
According to US polls, Americans acknowledge that climate change is real, however, this does not mean that it is an issue that will sway electoral outcomes. While a solid majority of Americans want to the US to do more to manage climate change, it is not perceived as either one of the top threats facing...
Nobel Prize Winning Economist Supports Immediate Emissions Reduction
Dr. Jean Tirole is the winner of the 2014 prize for economics, he is also a powerful supporter of a global agreement to reign in emissions. What makes his support for climate change mitigation so important is the fact that he has such a profound understanding of both the behavior of markets and regulation....
Chart - Sustainable Buildings National Rankings (GGEI)
Related Global Green Economy Index 2014Ranking of National Performance in the Green Economy (GGEI)Chart - Green Cities Ranking (GGEI) Chart - Green Investments and Markets National Rankings (GGEI) Chart - Efficiency National Rankings (GGEI)The Best and the Worst Climate Performers (CDP)...
Chart - Green Cities Ranking (GGEI)
Related Global Green Economy Index 2014Ranking of National Performance in the Green Economy (GGEI)Chart - Green Investments and Markets National Rankings (GGEI) Chart - Efficiency National Rankings (GGEI)Chart - Sustainable Buildings National Rankings (GGEI)The Best and the Worst Climate Performers...
Ranking of National Performance in the Green Economy (GGEI)
Related Global Green Economy Index 2014Chart - Green Cities Ranking (GGEI)Chart - Green Investments and Markets National Rankings (GGEI) Chart - Efficiency National Rankings (GGEI)Chart - Sustainable Buildings National Rankings (GGEI)The Best and the Worst Climate Performers (CDP)...
Systems Thinking and Sustainability
Sustainability and a systems approach fit together seamlessly. Systems thinking is essential to effectively managing the diverse array of elements associated with sustainability. Managing the various aspects of a sustainability strategy can be daunting. The amount of information available to business...
Global Green Economy Index 2014
The 4th edition of the Global Green Economy Index (GGEI) uses data and indicators to rank 60 countries and 70 cities. The report's publisher Dual Citizen LLC measured four dimensions in defining a green economy - political leadership & climate change, efficiency sectors, markets & investment,...
The Business of Sustainability: A Frame for Analysis and an Antidote to Short Term Thinking
Sustainability can offer businesses a map of the terrain, a method by which to navigate and a capitalization strategy. By assessing information through the lens of sustainability, business leaders are able to make better decisions that position their organizations for success. Sustainability is no...
Event - Solar Network Summit
This event will take place on October 29-30 in Washington, DC. Distributed solar has the potential to be a trillion dollar industry. This invitation-only conference of principal players in the solar industry is Powered by Distributed Sun and the Distribute Solar Network team. The agenda includes keynote...
Event - International Conference on Ocean Energy
This event will take place on November 4-6, 2014 at the World Trade & Convention Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia.The 5th International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE), is a global event focused on the industrial development of marine renewable energy. The three day conference includes an exhibition...
Event - Net Impact Conference and Expo: Breaking Boundaries
This event will take place on November 6-8, 2014 in Minneapolis. The Net Impact Conference and Expo is subtitled, "Breaking Boundaries," referring to their desire leave limits behind, forge unexpected alliances, and explore creative solutions—to transform the world.This event will be attended by 2,700...
Event - Responsible Business Forum on Sustainable Development
This event will take place on November 24 - 26, 2014 in Singapore. To achieve true prosperity, governments, business and civil society must look beyond short-term economic needs to achieve a more sustainable and equitable growth path. Our actions need to be shaped and guided by a better understanding...
Event - AASHE Conference and Expo
This event will take place on October 26 - 29, 2014. With nearly 2,000 participants, AASHE's annual conference is the largest gathering of higher education sustainability professionals and students in North America. In one of the most innovative sustainable cities in North America, attendees from around...
Video - The Mission and Goals of the Center for Green Schools.
On Saturday, September 28th, the Center for Green Schools (a USGBC program) sponsored its second annual global Green Apple Day of Service. Companies, parents, teachers, students, and other organizations engaged in local service projects with the goal of eventually transforming all schools into healthy,...
Video - The Psychology Behind our Inaction on Climate Change
This video explains the psychology of why we have yet to adequately acknowledge and respond to climate change. This TEDx talk features Dan Miller, managing director and co-founder of The Roda Group, a cleantech venture capital group based in Berkeley, California. Miller discusses the fact that as...
Video - Green California Schools Summit: Why Attend
Who should attend?Representatives from public, public charter and private schools, and their private sector partners, including: School District SuperintendentsPrincipalsBoard MembersAdministratorsFacility DirectorsOperations DirectorsFacility Planners & DesignersBuilding Maintenance ManagersBusiness...
Video - Companies Combating Climate Change (CDP Report)
In this video, Lord Adair Turner, Former Chairman of the Financial Services Authority, James Bevan, Chief Investment Officer at CCLA and Paul Simpson talk about the CDP report which ranks companies in terms of their climate performance. This report comes on the heels of Standard & Poor's Ratings...
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