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Will the Lights Stay On in Texas and New England?

The advent of new pollution rules affecting coal-fired power plants and some gas-fired plants could threaten the reliability of the grid in those regions, a new report says.

Dan Smolen and the Art of Getting a Green Job

Despite the dishearteningly sluggish economy, there are plenty of ways for job seekers to break in to the green economy. And the author of a new book about finding a good green job has plenty of advice for navigating that path.

Retirement Islands for Orangutans

A number of groups are combining forces to create safe havens in Idoniesia for injured orangutans no longer able to live independently the wild.

How Much Will the Earth Warm Up?

A new paper suggests global warming will be on the low side of previous estimates.

3 Obvious Ways Companies Can Flip the Switch and Save Millions

Cutting energy use across the enterprise can be so simple, and so cost-effective that it’s astounding there is still any of this low-hanging fruit waiting to be plucked. Here are eight case studies showing what’s possible.

Looking Way Back at the Rate of Arctic Melting

A new report on the rate of melting of Arctic sea ice shows the largest percentage of melting in well over 1,000 years.

Inviting a Turkey to Dinner

A turkey sanctuary based in New York and California promotes safe haven for Thanksgiving’s main dish.

Method, Deutsche Bank, Bloomberg Among Firms Betting on WindMade

The first class of 14 companies have signed up for the new WindMade label, making a big bet that shoppers will seek out products made in factories powered by wind energy.

Americans Less Clueless About Looming Phaseout of Traditional Bulbs

Americans are finally showing significant awareness of the legislation that will phase out manufacture of the most common incandescent bulbs in a move toward more energy efficient lighting.

3Degrees, City CarShare Partner to Provide Renewable Energy for EVs

 A first-of-its-kind U.S. partnership ensures electric vehicles added to City CarShare’s fleet are certified with Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).