This actually should be an opportune moment to rethink our energy system, as the current one goes haywire. But that’s not how things usually work out.
Climate Crisis
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
The European Union and Britain Boost Biden En Route to Glasgow
The president claims America is back in the climate fight, but legislation is the missing ingredient.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
U.S. Snubs Biodiversity Summit
The U.S. refuses to join the global conference in China on biodiversity due to decades of pharma lobbying. Yet habitat destruction could fuel future pandemics.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Can’t See the Forest for the Trees
A proposed wood pellet plant in North Carolina would increase air pollutants in a majority-minority community already hammered by climate change.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
How Biden Can Take On the Climate Crisis by Himself
He has a number of important executive actions at his disposal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
U.S. Demands Something for Nothing at Glasgow
The top constraint on global climate talks is still parochial American politics.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
New Flood Insurance Rates Still Subsidize Coastal Development
FEMA says new rates are more fair. But homeowners can still skip buying insurance, premiums may still not price in severe climate risk, and the program remains insolvent.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
The Oil Merchant in the Gray Flannel Suit
Why aren’t insurance companies aggressively fighting climate change, and minimizing catastrophes? Look at their balance sheets.
Posted inBuilding Back America
The Real Trouble With the Sprawling Reconciliation Bill
Focusing the agenda could have a benefit: a clearer message.
Posted inPolitics
Charting the Future in Boston
Can two city councilors avoid partisan sniping and stay focused on the issues in the race for mayor?
