Energy

Sky-high fuel prices, declining energy use and a slumping economy gave the U.S. its largest annual decline in fossil fuel-based carbon dioxide emissions since 1982, when emissions fell 5.3 percent. Read More

Eight utilities in the U.S., Canada and India are teaming up with Google in smart meter projects that will enable customers to monitor their energy use online and better manage their power consumption, the Internet giant announced. Read More

This report from a panel of retired U.S. military leaders concludes the country's current energy stance threatens the U.S. and its armed forces. Read More

To help businesses win grants to make their operations easier, we asked industry experts for advice on finding and securing the best grants and incentives. Read More

Green lodging certifier Green Seal has extended its ecolabeling program to restaurants and foodservice establishments that reduce their environmental impacts, with a focus on responsible food purchasing and waste reduction. Read More

The Belgian city of Ghent has launched a plan to "go vegetarian" one day a week as a way of reducing the greenhouse gas emissions associated with meat production. Read More

By making small but powerful changes companies can have a big impact on the environment, engage employees and cut costs. Perhaps the best part is that you don't have to be an expert to contribute substantively to the process, writes Gretchen Hancock, who provides an inside look at GE's Energy Treasure Hunts and how they uncovered $111 million in savings. Read More

This report examines the EPA's obligations under the Clean Air Act, and how far it should go to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. Read More

A close look at the historical relationship between energy prices and U.S. production and consumption of energy-intensive goods suggests that energy-intensive manufacturers are likely to face only modest “competitiveness” impacts under a U.S. greenhouse gas cap-and-trade program, according to this report. Read More

A three-pronged approach to stimulate cities' economies, create green jobs, and reduce their environmental footprint. Read More