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How Congress Is Turning America Into China

Like China has done in the past, the U.S is sacrificing public health for rapid economic development. But we should really be emulating the way China does things today.READ»

The City Of The Future Is Already Here

The future may seem far away and out of reach, but we're already experiencing many of the benefits of technological advances that will make our cities liveable and sustainable homes. You just have to know where to look. READ»

Afghanistan Banned Plastic Bags, Can They Also Go Farther Than The U.S. In Fixing Air Pollution?

Living in a world of limited resources, Afghanistan is forced to conserve in ways we would never imagine in America. Maybe our two countries can work together?READ»

There Are Huge Potential Returns In Cleantech Investments

But if we don't invest now, we're going to pay later.READ»

Cash for Clunker Buildings

The feds should take a page from the California playbook (again!) and pay for inspections, training, and tune ups of older buildings.READ»

Cash for the Real Clunkers

About 10% of vehicles on the road account for over 40% of the pollution, so getting clunkers off the road makes sense. READ»

Crack Coal CO2 with Renewable Energy in a Hybrid Power System

Clean coal must be the only way forward in the near term, but there is no clear plan.  There is a lot of vehemence about renewables replacing coal, so first we need to do a reality check. We can't do without coal for electricity, ...READ»

Mother Knows Best

With Mother’s Day just behind us, I was particularly moved by a letter written four decades ago by a very special mom. My friend and colleague, Joe Lyou, a brilliant advocate and strategist for environmental justice and ...READ»