Policy

Regulatory News Roundup: Hawaii Legislature Passes 100% Renewable Energy Goal

May 12, 2015

Portman's energy efficiency bill signed into law; $35 billion bill passed for Energy Department, water projects.

China Aims for 300,000 “New Energy” Buses and Taxis by 2020

April 2, 2015

China is making big investments in clean transportation, including electric, hybrid electric, fuel cell electric or alternative fuel-powered vehicles, and plans to spend $32 billion...

France to America on Clean Tech: Git ‘R Done

March 3, 2015

The Eiffel Tower’s new wind turbines will power tourist attractions on the first floor, providing a symbol France hopes will spark further environmental policies ahead of the UN...

President Obama's FY 2016 Budget Increases Cleantech Spending

February 9, 2015

Tax incentives, technology investment, part of emissions-reduction strategy.

Governor Brown Ups the Ante for California Renewable Energy

January 12, 2015

Sets goal of 50% renewables increase by 2030.

Washington Gov. Beckons for Law to Reduce Pollution

December 23, 2014

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is trying to make his state the next to adopt a cap-and-trade program similar to California’s. Approximately 85 percent of Washington’s carbon emissions...

Follow-Ups on US-China Climate Deal: What’s the Impact?

November 16, 2014

Major news outlets have outlined the pros and cons of the deal, and experts question whether it represents China’s increased commitment or just “business as usual.”

The GOP’s Senate Takeover Implications on U.S. Energy Policy

November 16, 2014

What energy issues will be prioritized by Republicans under the likely Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell? What are the implications for cleantech entrepreneurs?

Climate Week NYC Kicks Off, Top Signs at People's Climate March

September 23, 2014

Climate change caused by pollution has grown to such a level that it is now considered an international security threat on par with terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass...

Institutional Investors Push Carbon Tax to Fuel Clean Energy and Efficiency

September 23, 2014

Some of the world's largest institutional investors managing over $24 trillion make the case for what governments and investors need to do in order to spark an additional $750B investment...