http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/10/07/3576735/senate-candidate-climate-change/
"Rep. Cory Gardner (R-CO), in a neck-and-neck fight to unseat Sen. Mark Udall and under pressure to moderate his views in an increasingly blue state, is trying to have it both ways on climate change."
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
California’s Drought Is So Bad, Even Its Hydropower Is Drying Up
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/10/07/3576715/california-drought-hydropower/
"California’s ability to produce renewable energy from hydroelectric dams has been significantly hampered over the last few years because of an increasingly severe and widespread drought, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said Monday."
"California’s ability to produce renewable energy from hydroelectric dams has been significantly hampered over the last few years because of an increasingly severe and widespread drought, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said Monday."
‘The Other CO2 Problem’: How Acidic Oceans Will Cost Our Economy Billions
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/10/09/3577544/ocean-acidification-cost/
"Oceans have absorbed so much carbon dioxide emitted from power plants, deforestation, manufacturing, and driving, that their acid levels have increased by a staggering 26 percent over the last 200 years, the report said. The disruption of the ocean’s natural pH levels are directly impacting the health of marine life and ecosystems and scientists emphasize that if these trends continue unchecked, it could be both horribly detrimental for the world economy and largely irreversible for thousands of years."
"Oceans have absorbed so much carbon dioxide emitted from power plants, deforestation, manufacturing, and driving, that their acid levels have increased by a staggering 26 percent over the last 200 years, the report said. The disruption of the ocean’s natural pH levels are directly impacting the health of marine life and ecosystems and scientists emphasize that if these trends continue unchecked, it could be both horribly detrimental for the world economy and largely irreversible for thousands of years."
The Planet Just Had Its Hottest September On Record
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/10/13/3579242/nasa-hottest-september-on-record/
"Last month was the warmest September globally since records began being kept in 1880, NASA reported Sunday. January through September data have 2014 already at the third warmest on record. Projections by NOAA make clear 2014 is taking aim at hottest year on record."
"Last month was the warmest September globally since records began being kept in 1880, NASA reported Sunday. January through September data have 2014 already at the third warmest on record. Projections by NOAA make clear 2014 is taking aim at hottest year on record."
Report Documents Walmart Heirs' Efforts to Destroy Rooftop Solar Revolution
Report Documents Walmart Heirs' Efforts to Destroy Rooftop Solar Revolution
"The Walton family—who, as heirs to the Walmart fortune, have more wealth than 42 percent of American families combined—are impeding the nation's transition to a clean energy future, a new study by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) finds."
"The Walton family—who, as heirs to the Walmart fortune, have more wealth than 42 percent of American families combined—are impeding the nation's transition to a clean energy future, a new study by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) finds."
Sea Levels Rising at Unprecedented Rate, Scientists Warn
Sea Levels Rising at Unprecedented Rate, Scientists Warn
"Over the past century, the Earth's sea levels have risen on a scale that is unprecedented by any other fluctuation over the past 6,000 years, new research shows."
"Over the past century, the Earth's sea levels have risen on a scale that is unprecedented by any other fluctuation over the past 6,000 years, new research shows."
Monday, October 13, 2014
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Three State Legislators Want To Kill Michigan’s Popular Clean Energy Law
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/10/09/3577832/michigan-clean-energy-law-repeal/
"Michigan State Rep. Tom McMillin (R), introduced a bill on October 1 that would repeal the state’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS), Midwest Energy News reported on Tuesday. Passed in 2008, the RPS stipulates that 10 percent of Michigan’s energy come from renewable sources by 2015."
"Michigan State Rep. Tom McMillin (R), introduced a bill on October 1 that would repeal the state’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS), Midwest Energy News reported on Tuesday. Passed in 2008, the RPS stipulates that 10 percent of Michigan’s energy come from renewable sources by 2015."
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Planet on the Brink: Human Activity Killing the Planet's Life-Supporting Systems
Planet on the Brink: Human Activity Killing the Planet's Life-Supporting Systems
"Among the report's findings is a dramatic loss in biodiversity. Its Living Planet Index, managed by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and based on over 10,000 populations of over 3,000 species, shows a 52 percent decline in global wildlife between 1970 and 2010. And that's a trend that "shows no sign of slowing down"."
"Among the report's findings is a dramatic loss in biodiversity. Its Living Planet Index, managed by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and based on over 10,000 populations of over 3,000 species, shows a 52 percent decline in global wildlife between 1970 and 2010. And that's a trend that "shows no sign of slowing down"."
Friday, September 26, 2014
Inside the Koch Brothers' Toxic Empire
www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/inside-the-koch-brothers-toxic-empire-20140924
"Their political network helped finance the Tea Party and powers today's GOP. Koch-affiliated organizations raised some $400 million during the 2012 election, and aim to spend another $290 million to elect Republicans in this year's midterms. So far in this cycle, Koch-backed entities have bought 44,000 political ads to boost Republican efforts to take back the Senate."
"Their political network helped finance the Tea Party and powers today's GOP. Koch-affiliated organizations raised some $400 million during the 2012 election, and aim to spend another $290 million to elect Republicans in this year's midterms. So far in this cycle, Koch-backed entities have bought 44,000 political ads to boost Republican efforts to take back the Senate."
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Sorry, Kids, You Might Never See These 10 American Species
Sorry, Kids, You Might Never See These 10 American Species
"The reason why, the Endangered Species Coalition says in its new report, is us. From climate change to the declining oceans to the chemical onslaught on ecosystems, human activity is creating a situation in which we're on track to leave a natural world to the next generation that may be absent some of the nation's most iconic wildlife."
"The reason why, the Endangered Species Coalition says in its new report, is us. From climate change to the declining oceans to the chemical onslaught on ecosystems, human activity is creating a situation in which we're on track to leave a natural world to the next generation that may be absent some of the nation's most iconic wildlife."
Google Says ALEC Is Literally Lying about Climate Change, Ends Membership
Google Says ALEC Is Literally Lying about Climate Change, Ends Membership
"ALEC stated that it is "unfortunate to learn that the company had ended its membership." Over 80 companies have dropped their membership in ALEC since the Center for Media and Democracy launched ALECexposed.org in 2011."
"ALEC stated that it is "unfortunate to learn that the company had ended its membership." Over 80 companies have dropped their membership in ALEC since the Center for Media and Democracy launched ALECexposed.org in 2011."
Koch Brothers Really Hated Obama's U.N. Climate Change Speech
Koch Brothers Really Hated Obama's U.N. Climate Change Speech
"President Obama's speech today at the United Nations really lit up the Kochs. After all, these are the guys who want to buy the Senate to get rid of EPA regulations and other initiatives to reduce carbon emissions."
"President Obama's speech today at the United Nations really lit up the Kochs. After all, these are the guys who want to buy the Senate to get rid of EPA regulations and other initiatives to reduce carbon emissions."
Cutting-Edge Deforestation Declarations Revealed At Climate Summit
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/23/3570815/deforestation-announcements-climate-summit/
"Endorsed by over 30 countries countries, including the United States, all members of the E.U., and many tropical forest countries, the New York Declaration on Forests aims to at least halve the rate of loss of natural forests globally by 2020 and strives to end natural forest loss by 2030."
"Endorsed by over 30 countries countries, including the United States, all members of the E.U., and many tropical forest countries, the New York Declaration on Forests aims to at least halve the rate of loss of natural forests globally by 2020 and strives to end natural forest loss by 2030."
Washington Times Conservatives Make Up Climate Change Facts
Washington Times Conservatives Make Up Climate Change Facts
"The "conservative" (we should call them "regressive," not conservative) editorial mocks all those outraged by the unchecked global warming that science has proven is a FACT."
"The "conservative" (we should call them "regressive," not conservative) editorial mocks all those outraged by the unchecked global warming that science has proven is a FACT."
Climate denial in Texas classrooms: Proposed textbooks get the science embarrassingly wrong
Climate denial in Texas classrooms: Proposed textbooks get the science embarrassingly wrong
"Students learning about global warming will be taught that things might "even out," among other lies"
"Students learning about global warming will be taught that things might "even out," among other lies"
Google becomes latest company to abandon right-wing ALEC
Google becomes latest company to abandon right-wing ALEC
"Citing ALEC's blatant "lying" about climate science, Google chairman announces plans to sever ties"
"Citing ALEC's blatant "lying" about climate science, Google chairman announces plans to sever ties"
Chris Christie won’t consider climate change plan because he might run for president
Chris Christie won’t consider climate change plan because he might run for president
"Poor, sweet Chris, pulled apart by the opposing ideals of science and republicanism"
"Poor, sweet Chris, pulled apart by the opposing ideals of science and republicanism"
The media’s shameful climate omission: Sunday shows completely ignore historic march
The media’s shameful climate omission: Sunday shows completely ignore historic march
"400,000 people took to the streets of Manhattan as part of the People's Climate March"
"400,000 people took to the streets of Manhattan as part of the People's Climate March"
Chris Christie Sides With the Koch Brothers on Climate Change
www.politicususa.com/2014/09/22/chris-christie-sides-koch-brothers-climate-change.html
"Christie’s opposition to bringing New Jersey into the RGGI is not only anti-science and bad economics; it’s also fundamentally undemocratic. 80 percent of New Jersey adults support government action to fight climate change (a sentiment influenced by the devastation of hurricane Sandy). The New Jersey state legislature has voted twice in favor of rejoining the initiative; both times it was vetoed by Christie."
"Christie’s opposition to bringing New Jersey into the RGGI is not only anti-science and bad economics; it’s also fundamentally undemocratic. 80 percent of New Jersey adults support government action to fight climate change (a sentiment influenced by the devastation of hurricane Sandy). The New Jersey state legislature has voted twice in favor of rejoining the initiative; both times it was vetoed by Christie."
Monday, September 22, 2014
Pennsylvania Natural Resources Agency Ordered To Delete Climate Change Info From Website
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/19/3569889/pennsylvania-deletes-climate-info/
"Adrian Stouffer, a former Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) marketing manager, told the paper that she and other agency employees were told to delete the references to climate change during a meeting at Corbett’s offices in 2012."
"Adrian Stouffer, a former Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) marketing manager, told the paper that she and other agency employees were told to delete the references to climate change during a meeting at Corbett’s offices in 2012."
Denying Climate Change ‘Will Cost Us Billions Of Dollars,’ U.S. Budget Director Warns
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/20/3570075/shaun-donovan-costs-of-climate-denial/
"The new U.S. director of the Office of Management and Budget used his first speech to talk about the dangers not acting on climate change poses to the federal budget."
"The new U.S. director of the Office of Management and Budget used his first speech to talk about the dangers not acting on climate change poses to the federal budget."
NOAA: With Hottest August On Record, 2014 Takes Aim At Hottest Year On Record
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/18/3569158/noaa-hottest-august-on-record/
"Last month was the warmest August since records began being kept in 1880, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported Thursday. NOAA also projected out scenarios for the rest of the year making clear that 2014 is going to be one of the very hottest years on record — and possibly the hottest."
"Last month was the warmest August since records began being kept in 1880, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported Thursday. NOAA also projected out scenarios for the rest of the year making clear that 2014 is going to be one of the very hottest years on record — and possibly the hottest."
Watch Obama’s Top Science Advisor Repeatedly Shut Down Climate Deniers At House Climate Hearing
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/18/3568720/john-holdren-science-house-climate-hearing/
"Holdren, a lauded theoretical physicist, appeared before the Republican-led House Committee on Science, Space and Technology on Wednesday to testify about the Obama administration’s plan to fight climate change. But, as is true for all House Science committee hearings on climate change, much of the questioning focused not the content of the plan itself, but whether global warming is even real."
"Holdren, a lauded theoretical physicist, appeared before the Republican-led House Committee on Science, Space and Technology on Wednesday to testify about the Obama administration’s plan to fight climate change. But, as is true for all House Science committee hearings on climate change, much of the questioning focused not the content of the plan itself, but whether global warming is even real."
42 Climate Scientists To Rick Scott: Climate Change ‘Is Not A Hypothetical’
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/18/3569347/rick-scott-climate-solutions-summit/
"As the Miami Herald reported, the five scientists who met with Scott — along with 37 other Florida-based climate scientists — wrote a letter to Scott and the rest of Florida’s policymakers Thursday, asking them to attend a Climate Science and Solutions Summit that the scientists are planning for the fall."
"As the Miami Herald reported, the five scientists who met with Scott — along with 37 other Florida-based climate scientists — wrote a letter to Scott and the rest of Florida’s policymakers Thursday, asking them to attend a Climate Science and Solutions Summit that the scientists are planning for the fall."
Global Investors Think Climate Action And Economic Well-Being Go Great Together
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/22/3570044/global-investors-climate-policy-statement/
"Over 340 global investors who represent more than $24 trillion are now on record that aggressive climate action is the friend rather than the enemy of the global economy."
"Over 340 global investors who represent more than $24 trillion are now on record that aggressive climate action is the friend rather than the enemy of the global economy."
Google Chairman: ALEC Is Lying About Climate Change And Funding Them Was A Mistake
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/22/3570463/google-says-alec-lies-about-climate-change/
"Google’s controversial decision to fund the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) was a “mistake,” company chairman Eric Schmidt admitted on Monday, saying the group is spreading harmful lies about global warming and “making the world a much worse place"."
"Google’s controversial decision to fund the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) was a “mistake,” company chairman Eric Schmidt admitted on Monday, saying the group is spreading harmful lies about global warming and “making the world a much worse place"."
Rockefeller Foundation Divesting Itself Of Fossil Fuel Investments
Rockefeller Foundation Divesting Itself Of Fossil Fuel Investments
"If it worked to end apartheid, why not to end apathy about climate change, right? This is a giant step in the right direction."
"If it worked to end apartheid, why not to end apathy about climate change, right? This is a giant step in the right direction."
'Flood Wall Street' Activists Are Shutting It Down Right Now
'Flood Wall Street' Activists Are Shutting It Down Right Now
"Monday morning, thousands of protesters are expected to descend on Wall Street and conduct mass civil disobedience to protest what organizers describe as the economic engine behind climate change. This demonstration, called Flood Wall Street, will consist of a mass sit-in near the New York Stock Exchange, emulating the tactics and some of the rhetoric of Occupy Wall Street."
"Monday morning, thousands of protesters are expected to descend on Wall Street and conduct mass civil disobedience to protest what organizers describe as the economic engine behind climate change. This demonstration, called Flood Wall Street, will consist of a mass sit-in near the New York Stock Exchange, emulating the tactics and some of the rhetoric of Occupy Wall Street."
Major Foundations and Investors, Including Heirs to Oil Fortune, Pledge Fossil Fuel Divesment
Major Foundations and Investors, Including Heirs to Oil Fortune, Pledge Fossil Fuel Divesment
"Prominent private philanthropies and charitable foundations, including one built from the oil fortune of John D. Rockefeller and Standard Oil, are announcing their intention to divest from fossil fuel holdings on Monday as they make clear statements that the threat of climate change and the irresponsible behavior of the oil, coal, and natural gas companies has fueled their decision.
The pledges from the group of endowments and individuals, which formed earlier this year as the Global Divest-Invest Coalition, will total $50 billion in assets that will be removed from the fossil fuel sector and placed in clean energy investments instead."
"Prominent private philanthropies and charitable foundations, including one built from the oil fortune of John D. Rockefeller and Standard Oil, are announcing their intention to divest from fossil fuel holdings on Monday as they make clear statements that the threat of climate change and the irresponsible behavior of the oil, coal, and natural gas companies has fueled their decision.
The pledges from the group of endowments and individuals, which formed earlier this year as the Global Divest-Invest Coalition, will total $50 billion in assets that will be removed from the fossil fuel sector and placed in clean energy investments instead."
'Beautiful': 400,000 March in NYC for Climate Action
'Beautiful': 400,000 March in NYC for Climate Action
"An estimated 400,000 people flooded the streets of New York City on Sunday for the historic People's Climate March, billed as the largest demonstration of its kind in history, organized by more than 1,500 organizations including indigenous, faith, labor, environmental justice, social justice, youth, and climate activism groups."
"An estimated 400,000 people flooded the streets of New York City on Sunday for the historic People's Climate March, billed as the largest demonstration of its kind in history, organized by more than 1,500 organizations including indigenous, faith, labor, environmental justice, social justice, youth, and climate activism groups."
Sunday, September 21, 2014
PHOTOS: Hundreds Of Thousands March In Biggest Climate Change Rally Ever
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/09/21/3570133/climate-march-photos/
"More than 300,000 people flocked to New York on Sunday to join the People’s Climate March, billed as the largest climate march in history."
"More than 300,000 people flocked to New York on Sunday to join the People’s Climate March, billed as the largest climate march in history."
'Historic': 300,000+ March in NYC for Climate Action
'Historic': 300,000+ March in NYC for Climate Action
"A crowd of at least 310,000 flooded the streets of New York Sunday for the historic People's Climate March, billed as the largest demonstration of its kind in history, organized by more than 1,500 organizations including indigenous, faith, labor, environmental justice, social justice, youth, and climate activism groups."
"A crowd of at least 310,000 flooded the streets of New York Sunday for the historic People's Climate March, billed as the largest demonstration of its kind in history, organized by more than 1,500 organizations including indigenous, faith, labor, environmental justice, social justice, youth, and climate activism groups."
Tens Of Thousands Crowd New York For Climate March
www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/21/climate-march_n_5856836.html
"An international day of action on climate change brought tens of thousands onto the streets of New York on Sunday, with organizers predicting the biggest protest on the issue for five years."
"An international day of action on climate change brought tens of thousands onto the streets of New York on Sunday, with organizers predicting the biggest protest on the issue for five years."
Democracy Now! Livestream: People's Climate March
Democracy Now! Livestream: People's Climate March
"Democracy Now! is broadcasting live via our website from the People’s Climate March in New York City"
"Democracy Now! is broadcasting live via our website from the People’s Climate March in New York City"
People's Climate March To Draw Thousands To Streets Of New York City (WATCH LIVE)
www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/21/peoples-climate-march-live_n_5855906.html
"More than 100,000 people are expected to take to the streets in New York City today for the long-awaited People's Climate March."
"More than 100,000 people are expected to take to the streets in New York City today for the long-awaited People's Climate March."
'The Whole World Watching': The Largest Climate March in History
'The Whole World Watching': The Largest Climate March in History
"Over 100,000 people are expected to participate in Manhattan; close to 500 buses are coming in from nearly all 50 states; more than 32 marching bands are ready to play."
"Over 100,000 people are expected to participate in Manhattan; close to 500 buses are coming in from nearly all 50 states; more than 32 marching bands are ready to play."
Friday, September 19, 2014
Brushing Your Teeth With Plastic? Dentists Say Microbeads Bad News
Brushing Your Teeth With Plastic? Dentists Say Microbeads Bad News
"The small pieces of plastic known as "microbeads" found in some facial scrubs and body wash have recently garnered scrutiny, and a ban in the state of Illinois, for the pollution they send into waterways. But dentists warn that similar tiny plastic beads can also be found in major toothpaste brands, posing threats to dental health."
"The small pieces of plastic known as "microbeads" found in some facial scrubs and body wash have recently garnered scrutiny, and a ban in the state of Illinois, for the pollution they send into waterways. But dentists warn that similar tiny plastic beads can also be found in major toothpaste brands, posing threats to dental health."
Vermont's Largest City Marks Major Climate Goal
Vermont's Largest City Marks Major Climate Goal
"While few local governments have taken any serious steps to address for the pending climate crisis, the city of Burlington, Vermont—home to roughly 42,000 people—now boasts a 100 percent renewable energy supply."
"While few local governments have taken any serious steps to address for the pending climate crisis, the city of Burlington, Vermont—home to roughly 42,000 people—now boasts a 100 percent renewable energy supply."
From Frontlines of Climate Change, an Urgent Challenge to World Leaders
From Frontlines of Climate Change, an Urgent Challenge to World Leaders
"Marshall Islands president's video address shames world's polluters in advance of UN Climate Summit"
"Marshall Islands president's video address shames world's polluters in advance of UN Climate Summit"
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