New Resolution Calls on Congress to Lead by Example in Handling Its E-Waste
November 21, 2009
San Francisco, CA – Representative Mike Thompson yesterday introduced a resolution that calls on Congress to craft a plan to deal with its own e-waste, only using recyclers certified to the new e-Stewards Standard – the highest in the industry.
“In choosing to work only with certified e-Stewards, Congress is saying they want to be sure [...]
Bigscreen Death: California Approves New Energy Efficient TV Regulations
November 19, 2009
Sacramento – In an historic and unanimous 5-0 vote, the California Energy Commission today approved the nation’s first energy efficiency standards for televisions. When these standards are implemented in 2011, new TVs sold in California will be the most energy efficient in the nation. After ten years, the commission estimates the regulations will save $8.1 [...]
Nominations are open for the 2010 Richard C. Bartlett Environmental Education Award
November 16, 2009
The Richard C. Bartlett Award is presented annually by the National Environmental Education Foundation to an outstanding teacher who has successfully integrated environmental education into his or her daily curriculum.
Santa Maria company fined $21,675 for emissions violations at Salinas terminal
November 13, 2009
The California Air Resources Board last month fined a Santa Maria, Calif., based company $21,675 for failing to inspect its diesel trucks at a Salinas fleet center for compliance with the state’s smoke emissions standards.
Governor’s Remarks at the Signing of Legislative Bill SBX7 7 to Rebuild California’s Water System
November 10, 2009
SPEECH Provided By: Office of the Governor / Press Office
MR. GOLDIE:
Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Beau Goldie, I’m the CEO of Santa Clara Valley Water District and it is my privilege to welcome you on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Santa Clara Valley Water District. (Applause) Thank you. All right, I’m [...]
Electronics Industry Lawsuit Attacks States’ Rights
November 4, 2009
State and Local Governments call on Industry to Withdraw New York City E-waste Lawsuit
Prenatal Fitness Expert Lisa Druxman Advises Pregnant Athletes on Exercise Safety
October 29, 2009
Fit4Baby Founder Encourages Women to Stay Active and Aware of Concerns
RES Americas Commences Construction of Hatchet Ridge Wind Farm in Shasta County, California 101.2 MW Hatchet Ridge Wind Farm to Generate Power for Nearly 44,000 California Homes Annually
October 8, 2009
San Francisco, CA, – Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern) today announced the closing of financing and commencement of construction of its Hatchet Ridge wind project, the first large-scale wind project to begin construction this year in California. The 101.2-MW Hatchet Ridge project, developed by Renewable Energy Systems Americas Inc. (RES Americas), will be located [...]
Tell USDA: Make EQIP More Organic Friendly - by March 16th!
March 1, 2009
Tell USDA to Make EQIP More Organic Friendly –
Comments Due by March 16th!
The USDA recently released their Interim Final Rule (IFR) for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA was directed by Congress in the 2008 Farm Bill to make EQIP more inclusive of organic agriculture practices – including implementing a new provision that assists [...]
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement Following Climate Change Meeting with Obama Administration Officials
February 21, 2009
Today Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger co-chaired a meeting with 11 other governors and President Barack Obama’s top energy and environment cabinet officials to discuss a state-federal partnership on clean energy and climate change issues.