Stories Archive: July, 2009

This summary provides a concise overview of H.R. 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security (ACES) Act, as passed by the House of Representatives on June 26, 2009 (This summary applies only to H.R. 2454 as passed and not subsequent iterations).

Here is a brief analysis of the allowances allocated to states and energy consumers under the “Waxman-Markey” American Clean Energy and Security Act, or H.R. 2454.

A first-hand tour of CCS sites in China suggests possibilities for cooperation with the United States—to their mutual benefit.

Here is a quick summary of recent progress by Access Initiative partners working to strengthen civil society, increase participation, and improve environmental policy choices.

CNN’s Anjali Rao talks with Jonathan Lash about the latest developments in the U.S. and China to address global warming.

In the Southwest United States, an enormous solar energy resource remains largely untapped. There is already more than 500 MW of concentrating solar thermal power in the United States and Spain primarily, but there is significant scope to scale up development. As Congress oversees the nation’s transition to a clean energy economy, a homegrown renewable energy technology—concentrating solar thermal power—can help cut emissions and enhance energy security with American resources.

Climate change topped the agenda when heads of states recently met in Italy. There were no fireworks, but some important progress was made.

The state will receive $75.9 M to promote efficiency and renewable power as it looks to lead the Southeast in green job creation.

WRI analyzes emissions caps, allowances, offsets, and other critical components of the American Clean Energy and Security Act.