Nuclear Socialism?

You have to love the irony of all this talk of “socialism” these days when the political party that screams the most about the “socialist agenda” is praising the French Nuclear program. Nuclear power subsidies have been a long standing recurring issue with this so-called “mature industry,” yet the nuclear power industry and their utility [...]

Countdown to Copenhagen

In less than one month, world leaders and representatives from nearly 200 nations will gather with technical experts, business leaders, advocates and concerned citizens in Copenhagen, Denmark for the United Nations’ 15th annual Conference of the Parties where the primary focus will be to seek agreement on a new global climate treaty. This week, President [...]

Florida editorial writers urge strong state efficiency goals

Next week, a former editorial board editor is one of five Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) members who will direct Florida’s major utilities to pursue energy efficiency efforts over the next five years. Will we get more of the same, as the utilities and the Commission staff suggest, or will Florida take a step towards [...]

What do a Rabbi, a Brew-pub Owner, a Mayor, an Economist, and a Reverend have in common?

…the belief that we have an economic, environmental and a moral imperative to protect our Southeastern coastal communities, natural resources and businesses from the perils of global warming. SACE Leads Diverse Coalition to DC to Advocate for Climate Action On October 21st and 22nd, SACE staff led a diverse coalition of clean energy business owners, [...]

TVA Board Appointments Present Opportunity for a Sustainable Energy Future

After several months of waiting, President Obama has nominated Neil McBride and Barbara Heskew, both Tennesseans, to fill two of the four vacant seats on the TVA Board of Directors.  They now face confirmation by the Senate before they can be appointed and take their seats at one of the more powerful tables in the [...]