Green Vote Drives Obama’s Energy Agenda
President-elect Barack Obama is emphasizing green investment. Though he wasn’t the only candidate talking green during the campaign, he was the chief beneficiary of the “environmental” vote.
EPA Moves to Ease Pollution Rules
The proposed rule would let power plants measure their rate of emissions on an hourly basis instead of their annual total output.
Welcome Back Lieberman
The Connecticut independent’s support for the Iraq war and his tireless campaigning for McCain made a lot of enemies in his former party. But when Democrats are close to a filibuster-proof majority in the Senate, bygones will be bygones.
Going Green a Long-term Obama Goal
Sen. Barack Obama promised millions of new green jobs and energy independence — tough goals to meet in the short term.
Happy Days for House Democrats?
Fueled by their congressional victories in 2006, House Democratic leaders moved bills on renewable energy, health insurance for children and an economic stimulus package — only to run into a wall of GOP opposition in the Senate and presidential vetoes. But Obama’s election could tear down that wall.
Science and the Next President
For the last eight years, scientists have accused the Bush administration of tampering with, suppressing or even ignoring scientific findings that conflicted with its policies. Their central question is what could the next president do to restore scientific integrity.
Youth + Environment = Turnout
Young people care more about the environment — whether global warming, renewable fuels, clean energy or energy independence — than any other demographic. This proves true across party lines.
Can Green Industry Save the Economy?
As lawmakers mull another economic stimulus, green industries could be key. With the economy in turmoil and oil prices in dramatic flux, many experts argue the best way to tackle these problems is an enormous federal investment in renewable technologies.
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