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The Top 10 Stories in Environmental Politics of 2010
Political news in 2010 was dominated by the U.S. midterm elections and the ongoing economic troubles in the U.S. and Europe. But there was no shortage of big stories in environmental politics, including one that most people will remember for the rest of their lives.
Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduce Renewable Electricity Standard
The Renewable Electricity Promotion Act would require U.S. to get 15% of electricity from renewable sources by 2021
Reid Says Broader Climate and Energy Bill Isn’t Dead Yet
Despite the growing sentiment that a comprehensive climate and energy bill is all but dead in the U.S. Senate, Majority Leader Senator Harry Reid said today that a bigger bill could find its way to the floor after the August break.
Renewable Energy Industry Chafed About Senate Energy Bill
American Wind Energy CEO Denise Bode called the decision to let an RES die in committee “beyond comprehension.”
Part of Pickens Plan Gets New Life in Senate (Just Not the Wind Part)
A plan to expand the use of natural gas as a transportation fuel in truck fleets is getting a second look by the U.S. Senate.
