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This report presents an analysis of potential GHG emissions reductions under existing U.S. federal authorities and announced state actions through 2030. NOTE: This report was updated in February, 2013. Please access the latest version of this report.

A bill that strips the EPA of its authority or that sets a weak cap on greenhouse gas emissions could do more harm than good.

The Senate must consider several important issues before designing an electric power-only emissions trading program.

PECPA is unlikely to achieve estimated future emissions reductions.

This summary provides a concise overview of the carbon dioxide capture and storage (CCS) and related provisions in the American Power Act, released as a discussion draft by Senators John

This document provides a detailed summary of the greenhouse gas (GHG) offset provisions in the American Power Act, which was introduced by Senators Kerry and Lieberman on May 11, 2010.[^1]

Proposed federal legislation to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay could also help a typical Maryland crop farm earn an additional $10,000 in net profit each year, according to a new analysis by

The United States is falling behind in the clean energy revolution. A comprehensive climate and energy bill can get us back on track.

This analysis provides an assessment of reductions in net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions relative to total U.S. emissions that could be achieved by pollution reduction proposals currently under consideration in the 111th Congress. A full description of the methods and assumptions behind this analysis can be found in the Appendix of the PDF document.

This chart presents total net greenhouse gas reductions achieved by the APA, the CLEARA and the ACESA relative to U.S. historical and projected emissions under the three reduction scenarios..

This summary provides a concise overview of the American Power Act (APA) released as a discussion draft by Senators John Kerry and Joseph Lieberman on May 12, 2010.

This paper analyzes the global integration of the solar photovoltaic (PV) sector and looks in detail at the industry’s recent growth patterns, industry cost structure, trade and investment patterns, government support policies and employment generation potential.

This summary provides a concise overview of the American Clean Energy Leadership Act (here in referred to as the ACELA) as reported by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources on June 17,

U.S. policymakers at the federal, regional and state level are discussing market-based policies to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Below are answers to commonly asked questions about the scope of such legislation and the costs and benefits for business.

Wind energy needs stable policy support in the United States in order to keep creating jobs.

Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the United States Using Existing Federal Authorities and State Action

Important Considerations for a “Utility Only” Climate Bill

A “Utility Only” Cap on Emissions?

Emissions Reductions from Senator Lugar’s “Practical Energy and Climate Plan Act”

WRI Summary of the Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage and Related Provisions of the American Power Act (Kerry-Lieberman)

Detailed Summary of the American Power Act of 2010 Offset Provisions

NEWS RELEASE: Chesapeake Bay Nutrient Trading Could Benefit Maryland Farmers

Green Jobs and Competitive Industry: The Net Benefits of Climate Legislation

Emissions Reductions Under Pollution Reduction Proposals in the 111th U.S. Congress

Net Estimates of Emission Reductions Under Pollution Reduction Proposals in the 111th Congress, 2005-2050

WRI Summary of the American Power Act (Kerry-Lieberman)

Toward a Sunny Future? Global Integration in the Solar PV Industry

WRI Summary of S.1462, the American Clean Energy Leadership Act

Bottom Line on Climate Bill Compliance

U.S. and Foreign Wind Companies Create Good American Jobs

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