Energy & Environment
Report: Oil & Gas Industry Set To Release An Extra 220 Million Tons Of Greenhouse Gases By 2025
Posted on · That’s about as much as 50 large coal plants, according to the Environmental Integrity Project.
Tag: greenhouse emissions
Houston Matters
Understanding the President’s Clean Power Plan — and Reactions To It
Posted on · Last week, President Obama, flanked by EPA Chief Gina McCarthy, presented a revised “Clean Power Plan” setting standards to reduce carbon dioxide emissions 32 percent from 2005 levels by 2030. That’s 9 percent more than the administration’s previously proposed rules. The plan requires states to submit plans to meet that goal. Reaction here in Texas […]
Houston Matters
Is Houston a Cyclists Friend?
Posted on · Cycling is increasing in Houston, but are we a cycling-friendly city? Whatâs being done to that end? What are the challenges cyclists face here? Whatâs bike etiquette for cyclists? For drivers? What would it take for you to cycle more? We spoke with the organizers of Cherryhurst Bikes, a local event that is trying to […]