Prelude to Paris: the climate talks are set to begin
This blog was written by Jennifer Rennicks, former Senior Director of Policy & Communications at the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.
EPA Hosts Clean Power Plan Public Hearings in Atlanta
As the Environmental Protection Agency works towards finalizing a few components of the Clean Power Plan, the agency will host public hearings over two days in Atlanta on November 19-20. The hearings…
Environmental Justice Community Airs Concerns in Memphis
Last weekend, the 2015 Memphis Environmental Justice Conference - Envisioning a Cleaner, Healthier Environment - brought people together, both local and national, to hear speakers talk on issues ranging from transportation issues, labor and…
Guest Post: Polluters are Making the Same Old “Sky is Falling” Claims about the Clean Power Plan
This Guest Post was written by Graham McCahan, Senior Attorney with the Environmental Defense Fund. The original post appeared on EDF's Climate 411 blog and can be viewed here. The ink wasn’t…
New Report: Power Infrastructure Faces Increased Vulnerability From Climate Change
A report released earlier this week by the Union of Concerned Scientists examines the vulnerability of electricity infrastructure as global warming increases the likelihood of extreme flooding. The report, titled Lights Out:…
Scary Stuff Blocking Solar in the Sunshine State
I am constantly amazed at how low Florida’s monopoly utilities are willing to go to protect their right to pollute and keep their captive customers. Frankly, it’s scary and that seems very…
Globally Warming Oceans Are Killing Coral Reefs
The third-ever global coral bleaching event is killing coral reefs and the many creatures that rely upon them worldwide. Hot global temperatures are heating up the oceans, and are compounded by a…
Halloween Costume Guide: The Tricks and Treats of Fighting for Clean Energy
This blog was written by Alissa Jean Schafer and Sarah Gilliam, with creative contributions from Angela Garrone and Sara Barczak. Here at SACE, we work very hard to move the Southeast towards clean energy…
Extra Extra! Clean Power Plan Finally Published!
Almost 2 and a half months after the Clean Power Plan was released, it has finally become the law of the land. Today, the Clean Power Plan was published in the Federal…
Guest Post: Clean Power Plan Can Boost Energy Efficiency Investments in Affordable Housing
This Guest Post was written by Khalil Shahyd, Project Manager, Urban Solutions for the Natural Resources Defense Council and originally appeared on NRDC's Switchboard Blog. One of the overlooked elements in President Obama's Clean…