Despite Climate Change Challenge, Americans Aren't Too Worried About Impacts, New Survey Finds
But most Americans say people in developing countries will be worse off than they will because of climate change.
Environmentalists Accuse Walmart Of Failing On Renewable Energy Targets While Using Too Much Coal Power
The Thursday report says only 3 percent of Walmart's U.S. electricity comes from wind, solar and other clean sources.
Rich Countries Pledge $9.3B To Help Poorer Nations Fight Climate Change But Miss $10B Target
The U.S. and Japan made the largest commitments, pledging $3 billion and $1.5 billion, respectively.
Amazon Joins The 'Race To Build A Green Internet' With A 100% Renewable Energy Pledge For Its Cloud Division
The Seattle-based retailer has been criticized by green groups for relying too heavily on carbon-intensive coal power.
US Wind Industry Races To Revive Key Renewable Energy Tax Credit Before Congress Adjourns
Wind developers say the production tax credit, which expired in 2013, is crucial for boosting renewable-energy development.
China Plans To Limit Growth In Coal, Energy Use By 2020 To Tackle Climate Change Pollution
The announcement comes a week after China said its carbon dioxide emissions would peak by 2030.
Keystone XL Loses Senate Vote, But The Pipeline Matters Less And Less For US Energy Picture
In the years since the Keystone pipeline was first proposed, falling oil prices and rising U.S. production have made it less relevant.
'Monster' Fracking Wells Guzzled 3.3 Billion Gallons Of Water In Drought-Stricken Areas, Environmental Report Finds
The Environmental Working Group study suggests hydraulic fracturing uses more water than previously estimated.
US Solar Firm SunEdison To Become Major Global Renewable Energy Developer With $2.4B Acquisition Of First Wind
The Missouri-based solar panel maker's purchase of First Wind Inc. means a dramatic boost in its renewable energy capacity.
As Senate Readies Keystone XL Pipeline Vote, Debate On Existing Gulf Coast Section Simmers In Oklahoma And Texas
The U.S. Senate will vote Tuesday on a bill that could approve the Canada-to-U.S. oil pipeline. In the South, some are looking for the jobs.
Obama's $3B Climate Change Pledge Could Be The Most Effective US Climate Outlay So far
The president's Green Climate Fund pledge could spark private investment in clean technologies and climate resiliency.
Former Massey Energy CEO Indicted On 4 Counts Over Deadly 2010 Coal Mine Explosion In West Virginia
A federal grand jury accused Don Blankenship of conspiring to violate federal mine safety rules at the Upper Big Branch mine.
Federal Loan Program That Backed Failed Solar Firm Solyndra Has Officially Wiped Out Losses, Energy Agency Says
The federal loan program that backed failed solar firm Solyndra and other clean-energy firms is in the black and expects to earn billions more.
Global Crude Oil Prices Dip Below $80 For First Time In 4 Years Amid Slow Chinese Growth And Continued OPEC Output
Analysts said prices could soon drop further to $70 a barrel if demand stays flat and output rises.
How Obama Plans To Cut US Greenhouse Gas Emissions And Meet New Climate Change Targets
Regulations to curb power plant and tailpipe pollution, methane and refrigerants could help slash U.S. emissions.
US-China Climate Change Promises Aren't Ambitious Enough To Stop Global Warming, But Could Spark Progress
President Obama and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to curb greenhouse gas emissions in a first-of-its-kind deal Wednesday. Will it be enough?
Global Energy Demand To Soar By 2040, Putting 'Stress' On World Supplies: IEA Report
The International Energy Agency in its annual outlook report said demand could rise by 37 percent by 2040.
Veterans Day 2014: Vets Face Challenges Despite Improvements In Jobless Rates, Homelessness
America's military veterans are struggling with financial management, stable employment and permanent housing.
Tootsie Roll Industries Joins Candy-Makers Concerned About Ebola Outbreak's Effect On West African Cocoa Production
Tootsie Roll Industries and other chocolate-treat makers are watching to see how Ebola may affect cocoa supplies.
Larry Summers Says Lifting Export Ban On US Crude Oil Would Lower America's Gasoline Bills
Allowing U.S. crude exports would raise global oil supplies, in turn lowering overall prices, Larry Summers said.
Keystone XL Pipeline Still Economically Viable In Era Of Cheaper Crude Oil, Analysts Say
Falling oil prices present economic challenges for the controversial pipeline, but they are unlikely to lower demand for the project.
US Power Plants Struggling To Rebuild Coal Supplies As Booming Crude Oil Shipments Jam Nation's Railways
The shortage is forcing utilities in several states to shut down coal plants in an attempt to preserve their stockpiles ahead of the winter.
Midterm Elections 2014: Republican Senate Victories Boost The Odds For Controversial Keystone XL Pipeline Project
Republicans are vowing to make the Canada-to-Texas pipeline a top priority come January.
Democratic Rep. Rick Nolan Wins Minnesota House Race In One Of Most Expensive Congressional Contests
Nolan was projected to beat Republican challenger Stewart Mills by a slim margin.
Minimum Wage Ballot Initiatives 2014: Arkansas, Nebraska Lead States Seeking To Raise Minimum Wage In 2014 Midterm Elections
Voters in South Dakota and Alaska are considering similar ballot initiatives.
Arkansas Republican French Hill Wins House Race, Narrowly Beating Democratic Contender Patrick Henry Hays
French Hill, a millionaire banker, touted himself as a business leader, not a "career politician."
Illinois Republican Mike Bost Ousts Democratic Incumbent Bill Enyart In Tightly Contested Race
Bost had the backing of major conservative political groups, including Karl Rove's Crossroads GPS.
North Carolina House Race: Republican David Rouzer Lands Major Victory In District Run By Democrats For 140 Years
David Rouzer on Tuesday became the first Republican in more than 140 years to win the U.S. House seat for North Carolina’s 7th District.
UN Climate Change Report: World Must Phase Out Most Fossil Fuels To Avoid Catastrophic Global Warming
In its latest report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change called for 90% renewables by 2100.
Alberta Premier: Canadian Oil Sands Crude Will Reach US Gulf Coast With Or Without Keystone XL Pipeline
The head of Canada's largest oil-producing province says developers have alternatives to the proposed pipeline.
