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The End of coal is near

by David Hochschild and Danny Kennedy on

We are witnessing the end of an era. Coal is fast becoming the telegraph to renewable energy’s Internet, according to David Hochschild and our annual dinner keynote speaker Danny Kennedy.

California's next climate steps hang in the balance

by Seth Zuckerman on

Obama brings climate road show to Alaska, solar industry ponders a future unsupported by tax credits, Citibank and IEA see clean energy reaching cost parity, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions

Lowering utility bills while creating jobs—now that's efficient

by Caleb Smith on

“Every watt saved by energy efficiency measures helps create living-wage jobs,” says Stephanie Pitts of McKinstry, the latest business recipient of the BlueGreen Alliance's "Right Stuff" award.

Yes, we can—but first, no, we mustn’t

by KC Golden on

This week in Anchorage, President Obama offered a beautiful, strong speech about the need for an epic response to climate change. But across the Northwest, our region still burns; and the President is permitting Shell to fan the flames with Arctic drilling. 

Ride for the climate!

by Savitha Reddy Pathi on

Climate Solutions is now a beneficiary of the Climate Ride project--that means you can support Climate Solutions while enjoying the outdoor biking or hiking experience of a lifetime!

New Orleans' incomplete recovery; global drive towards clean energy

by Eileen V. Quigley on

Ten years later, the Big Easy is still recovering from Katrina; global traction for renewable energy; climate-friendly investments expand; and more news of the week in clean energy solutions.

Our top ten reads on climate change and clean energy

by Jenna Garmon on

Want to squeeze in one more book in the waning days of summer? It's not too late. Check out our summer reading list, then get to your local bookstore!

Our region is burning. Please help.

by KC Golden on

While many climate calamities remain preventable, the wildfires raging across the Northwest are upon us—with devastating consequences. Please, let's rise to the occasion and provide support to wildfire victims.

Climate pledges fall short; activists swarm coal mine

by Seth Zuckerman on

Solar prices dropping, global temperatures rising, wind farms producing more energy for every megawatt of capacity, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions.

Catalyst for climate action

by Carrie Hearne on

This northwest company has been walking its climate action talk: MacDonald-Miller works with  businesses to design, build and install solutions in the building sector to dramatically cut energy use.

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As the largest provider of roadside assistance services in the Evergreen State, AAA Washington responds to calls for all kinds of jams — and soon they’ll be responding to help with more fossil-free vehicles.