As California Drives, So Drives the Nation
January 2012
William Reilly—Environmental Protection Agency administrator under President George H. W. Bush—writes about the road to a cleaner, more efficient vehicle fleet.
National Security and Alternative Fuels
November 2011
Our nation's reliance on oil threatens our troops in a number of ways. A new report, "Ensuring Freedom of Movement: A National Security Imperative for Reducing U.S. Oil Dependence," describes how alternative fuels can improve national security and grow our economy.
Clean Energy Innovation and America's Armed Forces
October 2011
The military is installing wind turbines on bases around the country and charging radios with solar power in the field. "From Barracks to the Battlefield," a new report from The Pew Charitable Trusts," details how the Department of Defense's commitment to energy transformation contributes to the development of new energy technologies that can serve American consumers and commercial interests alike.
'The Race is On: China Kick-Starts Its Clean Energy Economy'
October 2011
This report in ClimateWorks' Knowledge Series outlines the steps China is taking to meet the ambitious climate and energy targets in its 12th Five-Year plan.
Clean Tech Jobs Reach 2.7 Million
July 2011
A new Brookings Institute study found that, from 2003 to 2010, the clean economy grew by 8.3 percent—almost double what the overall economy grew during those years. Read more.
Our 2010 Annual Report: Grantees Share Vision for the Next 20 Years
June 2011
"Policy Drives Markets," the 20th anniversary edition of the Energy Foundation's annual report, profiles four leaders in the transition to a clean energy economy.
"The Costs of Delay" Looks at Consequences
July 2011
A delay—of even a decade—in reducing CO2 emissions will make it nearly impossible to stabilize the climate at any acceptable level in the future. ClimateWorks' Hal Harvey and Sonia Aggarwal explain why in this new report.
Report: Appliance Standards Create Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs
January 2011
A new report by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy documents the jobs and wages benefits driven by U.S. efficiency standards for appliances, equipment, and lighting products.
Economic Development Agencies Pursue Renewables
June 2011
Most state economic development agencies are working to develop their renewable energy industries. Read this report from the International Economic Development Council, and its companion report on renewable energy supply chains.
How Fuel Economy Rules Spur Investments, Create Jobs
January 2011
“The Regulatory Engine: How Smart Policy Drives Vehicle Innovation,” the latest installment in the ClimateWorks Knowledge Series, shows how new regulations for vehicle fuel efficiency triggering investments in new vehicle technologies, which in turn reduce carbon dioxide emissions, foster new businesses, and create jobs.
Consumers Support Appliance Standards
March 2011
A new Consumer Federation of America survey shows that there is strong public support for appliance energy standards as a means to improve the energy efficiency of home appliances. Read the press release here (PDF).