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PRESS RELEASE: New Greenhouse Gas Standards Unveiled for Corporate Value Chain and Products in China

November 18, 2011
Location: Beijing, China

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) launched two new standards today in Beijing, China

ADVISORY: Press Teleconference: What To Expect at the Durban Climate Talks

November 17, 2011

As the climate meetings in Durban, South Africa, approach, it is a key moment to find a way forward with international cooperation to address climate change.

STATEMENT: Obama Administration Sets Stronger Vehicle Standards

November 16, 2011
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced today a joint proposal to set stronger fuel economy and greenhouse gas pollution standards for model year 2017-2025 passenger cars and light trucks.

Fact Sheet: The Power of Innovation: Meeting our Energy Challenges through Accelerated Innovation

By Micah Ziegler on November 14, 2011

With contributions from Letha Tawney and Lutz Weischer

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

STATEMENT: EPA Steps Forward to Reduce GHG Emissions from New Power Plants

November 9, 2011

Earlier this week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sent proposed greenhouse gas emissions standards for new and modified power plants to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review.

STATEMENT: Australia Passes Historic Climate Legislation

November 8, 2011
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

On Tuesday, the Australian senate passed legislation that will set a price on carbon and help meet its emissions targets.