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Germany & UK Going Opposite Directions on Fracking

Even though different conclusions about proceeding with fracking have happened in the UK and Germany, in both cases the precautionary principle has been applied to a far greater degree than it has in the US.
Romney Resurrects Solyndra, Claims Obama Blew it on Clean Energy

Yes, the GOP is already trying to make Solyndra a campaign issue.
Solar Sales Drop 90% After UK Subsidies Slashed

When it comes to Government support for renewables, "how dependable" is at least as important a question as "how much".
New Project Seeks to Turn 500,000 Polluted Sites Into Renewable Power Hotspots

There are a half million contaminated sites across 15 million acres in the United States, and a new initiative aims to spur clean energy development on as much of it as possible.
Obama Campaign Ads Paint Romney as "In the Tank" for Big Oil

The president's earliest attacks on his presumptive opponent focus on his ties to the oil industry. Watch:
After Slow Jamming the News, President Obama Wishes for Clean Energy Reform (Video)

When asked what he would change immediately, if he could, President Obama talked about reforming energy policy to favor clean alternatives.
Two ALEC Campaigns Exposed: One Kills Renewables, One Boosts Fracking

Everyone's favorite shady "stealth business lobbyist" organization is at it again.
How We Can End Energy Poverty & Bring Sustainable Energy to All

Access to reliably electricity is what defines civilization in the 21st century, but in many parts of the world, and for a shockingly large number of people, even basic access to electricity is rare, unstable, or nonexistent. This has to change.
U.S. is Pretty Much on Track to Stop Funding Clean Tech Altogether

The patchwork, too-meager support for clean energy the US government offers right now is on track to dry up.
Inupiat Woman Wins Goldman Prize for Leading Fight Against Arctic Drilling

"We would like to live a traditional culture life. We should be given that option."
Vermont Senate Votes to Ban Fracking

The House passed a three-year moratorium earlier in the year. The Senate proposes to extend the ban indefinitely.
EPA Finalizes Fracking Rules - Gives Industry 30 Months to Fully Comply

EPA says VOC emissions from new wells will be reduced 95%.
Why the Sierra Club is Endorsing President Obama

We’ve achieved some incredible victories. But there's more to do.
GOP Slaps Keystone XL Onto (Another) Transportation Bill, Obama Threatens Veto

The GOP is, once again, trying to slap a measure approving their favorite pipeline into unrelated transportation legislation. Obama says he'll veto if they do.
President Obama Creates New Fracking Oversight Panel, Overlooks Fracking's Eco-Impact

I really wonder if when it comes to the environmental impact of natural gas President Obama's advisors actually keep up with the latest research.
Energy News: Shell's Small Gulf Spill, NASA's Floating Algae Biofuel Project, More

Plus, more outcry over Indonesia chopping down rainforest in pursuit of palm oil and biofuels (further endangering orangutans' and myriad other animals' habitat); and the lack of direct connection between renewable energy targets and electricity rates.
Protecting Americans From Natural Gas Air Pollution

Americans are speaking out in support of EPA's coming protections from pollution caused by natural gas and oil drilling.
Majority of Americans Support Clean Energy & Climate Action, Even While Politicians Don't

A new Gallup poll on American attitudes towards clean energy, climate action, and environmental regulation really illustrates the divide between the people and the politicians.