Florida House votes to spike local government ‘net zero policies’ to reduce climate change
The bill's chances of becoming law appear remote due to a Senate version passing just one of three committees.
Tag: greenhouse gas emissions
A climate policy’s best chance could come from Social Security’s crisis
Social Security's insolvency will require new federal revenue that could be provided by a carbon tax.
Fear over farmland loss is slowing renewable energy development in rural areas
The hostile attitude of the current administration toward green energy has stalled its development.
Rescinding the EPA endangerment finding hurts our health and welfare
Greenhouse gas emissions are warming the planet, changing the climate and disrupting our lives.
Proposal to ban local governments from promoting ‘net-zero’ emission policies moves to Florida House
HB 1217 would ban government entities from adopting or enforcing policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Sorry, kids, the baby boomers fell short in fighting climate change
My generation polluted the air with carbon dioxide and other gasses that act like a blanket, keeping in heat.
What goes up must come down: Studying the environmental impact of space flights
A new study underscores growing unease about pollution from mostly unregulated commercial space activities.
Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way
Heat pumps are common primarily in warm southern states such as Florida where winter heating needs are relatively low.
Southeast ranks behind rest of US in energy efficiency, new report finds
The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy recently released its latest 'Energy Efficiency in the Southeast' report.
If the EPA walks away from science, Florida families pay the price
Weakening federal climate protections will leave families paying more for insurance, electricity and disaster recovery.