Stories: Fact sheet

Innovation can close the gap between the low-carbon technologies of today and the low-cost, high performance technologies the world needs.

Research shows that environmental regulations end up costing far less than both industry and the EPA predict.

The Clean Air Act would spur energy efficiency upgrades, boosting competitiveness for many U.S. manufacturers.

Given the built-in limitations on EPA authority contained in the Clean Air Act, fears of agency “overreach” are misplaced.

The United States could become a leader in wind energy jobs with the right policies in place.

What is the Lacey Act and how can companies comply? This fact sheet provides answers to frequently asked questions.

A new Fact Sheet on nutrient trading in the Chesapeake Bay region covers issues such as potential costs and revenues, and how farmers and other stakeholders can benefit.

Payments for ecosystem services are becoming an increasingly important part of the U.S. business and regulatory landscape. As programs that provide payments for ecosystem services grow, policy makers will need to determine how these various payments should interact with each other.

China’s recent statements and policy initiatives demonstrate growing concerns about energy security, pollution and the ability to sustain long-term economic strategies for reducing poverty.

An aggressive energy intensity target and a national renewable energy standard highlight a suite of Chinese policies that will slow greenhouse gas emissions growth.