– In public health impacts alone, coal dependence costs the United States economy $140 billion to $242 billion per year, a Harvard study suggests. Much of this burden is borne by mining communities in Appalachia.
UK urged to stop funding dirty coal power stations overseas
– UK aid organizations criticize UK funding of dirty coal power stations through overseas aid.
Calif. cap-trade plan dealt blow by S.F. judge
– The California Air Resources Board violated state environmental law in 2008 when it adopted a comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gases.
Russia, ExxonMobil seal $1bn Black Sea oil deal
– ExxonMobil will make a new investment in Russia for the first time in over a decade as Moscow seeks to thaw its frosty investor climate and keep its oil flowing.
Costly Euro space laser reviewed
– As costs rise, the future of the Earthcare satellite – which would study the role clouds and atmospheric particles play in a changing climate – is up in the air.
Walgreens Goes Geothermal in Chicago
– Walgreens has announced the opening of store in Chicago that uses geothermal heating and cooling – the first of it’s kind in retail.
U.S. Seeks Trade Talks to Protest China's Wind Power 'Subsidies'
– U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk said that the United States has requested the consultations concerning China’s program known as the Special Fund for Wind Power Manufacturing.
Peruvian NGO Buys Private Lands for National Conservation
– For the first time in Peru, an environmental group has purchased private land for conservation under the Peruvian government.
The Complete Guide to Landing a Green Job
– Take a peek at this list of some of the best green job boards, green career ideas, tips on the green job search, and companies that deserve a pat on the back for their commitment to the environment.
China bucks recession trend to keep emissions hig
– While richer countries cut back on their emissions during the recent recession, China and India sailed through with no pause in their output of greenhouse gases.