Report Finds Clean Electricity Standard Would Save Hundreds of Thousands of Lives
A new report finds that a national 80% clean electricity standard by 2030 would save many lives, make Americans a lot healthier, and save us lots of money through cleaner air.
The Long and Winding Road: pursuing infrastructure, energy policy, and a clean electricity standard
This blog was written by Jennifer Rennicks, former Senior Director of Policy & Communications at the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.
The Multiplier Effect: 100% Clean Electricity Standard + Electrification
A 100% CES + electrification could clean our air and water, protect public health, lower consumers' bills, bolster energy independence, and lift up the frontline communities most impacted by the climate crisis.
Climate action in Knoxville: Mayor’s Climate Council and City budget
This week, the Knoxville Mayor’s Climate Council held its penultimate meeting to discuss an updated City Sustainability work plan, and Knoxville City Council passed the City budget with climate provisions.
Broward County Exemplifies Local Leadership Tackling Climate Change
Local climate action, exemplified by Broward County, will continue to be a critical piece to reducing carbon pollution in Florida and securing resilient communities.
Oil pipeline company agrees to pause project, Memphis City Council delays vote on ordinance
The proposed Byhalia pipeline saga continues, with the Memphis City Council Public Works committee deciding last week to delay voting on an ordinance which would present a roadblock to the pipeline.
Is this our generation's moonshot moment? This Earth Month has seen growing momentum for climate action
This blog was co-written by Jennifer Rennicks, former Senior Director of Policy & Communications at the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.
Memphis City Council delays vote on pipeline ordinance
Brady Watson, former Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, also contributed to this blog post. Community opposition in Memphis to the proposed Byhalia Connection Pipeline, which would transport…
Memphis City Council Adopts Climate Action Plan
Memphis City Council adopted goals to reduce City and County climate pollution by 51% below 2016 levels by 2035, and 71% by 2050.
SACE and Allies Urge Congress to Pass Legislation Requiring 100% Clean Electricity in the United States by 2035
Fully decarbonizing the power sector, along with electrification, would reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 70-80%, helping fulfill our commitments under the Paris Climate Agreement while simultaneously creating millions of jobs, cleaning…