Mr. Peabody’s coal train jumps the tracks
It's the end of the line for Northwest coal export proposals. That's news suitable for dressing up and dancing—but we may want to hold the champagne.
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Tesla ignites frenzy, Hawaii plans for 100% clean power
2.5 million Americans work in clean energy, South Africa and Nevada solar plants provide night-time power, coalition builds behind Clean Power Plan, and more news of the week in climate and clean energy.
Scots shut last coal plant, tar sands workers go solar
US boosts estimate of rooftops’ solar potential, Chinese clean energy investment soars, Colorado buying co-ops cut EV prices below $10K after tax credits, and more news of the week in climate and clean energy.
Global carbon pollution flat, US electricity use declines
Peabody Coal on verge of bankruptcy, 9 percent more Americans concerned about climate, electricity co-ops lead deployment of solar power in Wisconsin, and more news of the week in climate and clean energy.
Leaders pledge joint climate action across 49th parallel
United Airlines blends biofuel into its jet fuel at LAX; February smashes temperature records worldwide; federal agency rejects Oregon LNG terminal; and more news of the week in climate and clean energy.
Another coal project bites the dust! Here’s what’s next
Arch Coal has found itself up Otter Creek without a paddle. They're in trouble. But they're still pushing a huge coal export proposal in Longview, WA—and we still must fight to stop them.
OR to quit coal by 2035, get 50% clean power by 2040
Dem candidates take different approaches to fracking, China to reduce its energy intensity 18% by 2020, Canada weighs national carbon pricing, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions.
Oregon makes history on clean energy
Oregon is now on its way to have one of the cleanest energy grids in the country. We're so proud!
Growth in EV use could lead to next oil glut in 2020s
Utilities move to cut coal use despite stay on Clean Power Plan, Shell replaces executive who led Arctic oil push, Midwest wind generation sets new records, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions.
Solar and EVs advance as Washington Legislature passes midpoint
Washington’s short legislative session is more than half completed—and we’re cautiously optimistic that this session could include big wins for the environment and our climate. But don’t pop the bubbly just yet!
Don't panic: that Supreme Court decision won't resurrect Big Coal
No one should mistake the Supreme Court's ruling staying the Clean Power Plan for a lifeline for the coal industry--our dirtiest source of electricity has just about run out of spark.
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