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Happy 25th anniversary, San Jose’s useless light rail!
God bless the South Bay for trying. But it isn't working.
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The New York Times dissolves its environment desk
The news isn't necessarily as bleak as it sounds -- and probably reflects worse on its competitors.
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RE-volv is making a community pot of solar gold
A new project aims to finance solar-power systems through a replenishing community fund -- and it's seeking donations.
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The sharing economy: Grist’s theme for January
When we start substituting sharing for buying, fascinating changes -- disruptions, opportunities, and maybe even climate benefits -- can follow. We'll explore them this month.
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Colorado to scrutinize oil and gas pollution
The state, which is seeing lots of fossil-fuel extraction, plans to test water near drilling sites and study methane emissions.
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Oil company foils government inspectors with high-tech gadgets (coffee filters)
Shell Alaska is busy taking notes.
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The sharing economy, from soup to nuts
Tool libraries! Coworking spaces! Car sharing! The “collaborative consumption” revolution is upon us. Here’s what you need to know to take part.
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Lisa Jackson blasts D.C. on her way out, while Chamber of Commerce shrugs and lobbies
Two statements from two leaders provide a stark, disconcerting portrait of American energy policy.
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Shell probably spilled fuel in an important Arctic bird habitat, of course
Rescue boats on-board the Kulluk appear to have damaged fuel tanks, potentially leaking hundreds of gallons of diesel.
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N.Y. Gov. Cuomo lays out a plan to fight climate change, increase clean energy
In his State of the State address, Cuomo calls for $1 billion in green-economy funds, an electric-car charging network, and a tighter CO2 cap.
