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State of the State: Perry calls for tax relief, investing in water, roads. Austin American-Statesman LCRA drought plan OK’d by state agency. Austin American-Statesman Texas A&M part of project to harvest wind energy in the Valley. Bryan Eagle Houston powers up car charging, though few are plugging in at city spots. Houston Chronicle TCEQ to join new air alliance, one composed of states that have squabbled with EPA. Austin American-Statesman More wind power is heading CPS' way. San Antonio Express-News Drought, low snowfall may limit El Paso region's water supply. El Paso Times At meeting in Austin, a confluence of atmospheric science and spirituality. Austin American-Statesman Wichita Falls revisits water reuse. Wichita Falls Times Record News
More Climate News January 10, 2013
Federal judge accepts $4 billion BP guilty plea for Deepwater Horizon oil disaster. New Orleans Times-Picayune Army's largest solar array dedicated in New Mexico. Associated Press Outgoing EPA chief says sending BP fines to the Gulf Coast a highlight of her tenure. New Orleans Times-Picayune Southwest faces looming threats from climate change. Climate Central Army Corps' options dwindle along with Mississippi River. NPR 'Mexsicko City' turns a corner in its clean air marathon. New York Times Okla. governor doubts climate change is causing drought. KRMG
More Climate News January 10, 2013
China's soaring coal consumption poses climate challenge. ClimateWire Climate change blamed for Australia's extreme weather. New Scientist Obama's covert plans for climate. Politico Billionaires secretly fund attacks on climate science. Independent Risks of Hurricane Sandy-like surge events rising. Climate Central Obama's climate volley sets oil industry's focus on EPA. EnergyWire 2012 is 10th warmest for world since 1880. CNN Emissions limits could cut climate damage by two-thirds: study. Reuters Global food crisis will worsen as heat waves damage crops, research finds. Guardian Ontario phases out coal-fired power. ClimateWire
More Climate News January 10, 2013
Winter drought creeps across Central Texas, worrying farmers, ranchers. Waco Tribune 2012 ties mark for warmest year on record in DFW. Fort Worth Star-Telegram Lawmakers want money to flow into water projects. Houston Chronicle EPA to issue greenhouse gas permits in Texas. Dallas Morning News Then there's this: The irony of conservation. Austin Chronicle Texas lawmakers prepare to take on water project. Texas Tribune Houston and Texas on pace for warmest years on record. Houston Chronicle Lubbock part of state study exploring use of reclaimed water. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
More Climate News December 18, 2012
NM agency tallies renewable energy tax credits. Associated Press Storms on US Plains stir memories of the Dust Bowl. Reuters Federal judge signs off on $7.8 billion BP settlement. Associated Press Federal reports offer recommendations for adapting to climate change. Santa Fe New Mexican SWEPCO starts operation of SW Ark. coal plant. Associated Press Renewable energy: Desperate ranchers chase after wind in vain scramble for financial lifeline. Greenwire
More Climate News December 18, 2012
Wind and solar power faces challenges in the new year. Time California's new cap-and-trade law: A model for the country? National Journal 2012 poised to become wettest year on record in UK. Guardian Wind farm developers race against end of tax credit. New York Times Kyoto climate change treaty sputters to a sorry end. CBC In Ireland, carbon taxes pay off. New York Times On ravaged coastline, it’s rebuild deliberately vs. rebuild now. New York Times The fuzzy face of climate change. Pacific Standard Latinos are ready to fight climate change – Are green groups ready for them? Nation
More Climate News December 18, 2012
Three quarters of Texas now in a drought, new report shows. Houston Chronicle Drought drives rainwater collection across Texas. Austin American-Statesman Fracking at front and center in Perot Museum’s energy hall. Dallas Morning News Texans' enthusiasm about smart meters wanes. Texas Tribune Texas wind power hits record output – and subsidy. Fort Worth Star-Telegram Rice farmers likely to get water next year under agency plan. Houston Chronicle Despite "green" label, Austin a growing oil and gas hub. Texas Tribune 'Landfarms' for disposing drilling waste causing problems in Texas. KUHF West Nile virus may have mutated to more damaging strain. Houston Chronicle
More Climate News November 8, 2012
Sen. Vitter won't put as much emphasis on global warming. New Orleans Times-Picayune Gulf Coast officials watching BP criminal settlement outcome. AL.com Officials wrestle over how to best cut power-plant pollution while others argue for cleaner energy. Santa Fe New Mexican Wind turbine on Lake Pontchartrain coming up short of power projections. New Orleans Times-Picayune The new boom: Shale gas fueling an American industrial revival. Washington Post City prepares for climate change impact. Santa Fe New Mexican OG&E urged to switch from coal. Muskogee Phoenix For Maya, climate change may have been blessing and curse. New York Times Climate Change to affect SF watershed. Albuquerque Journal
More Climate News November 8, 2012
Will US role at climate talks change after storm? Associated Press Climate skeptic group works to reverse renewable energy mandates. Washington Post The demise of coal-fired power plants. Washington Post CO2 hits new high; world could warm 7°F by 2060. Climate Central World Bank fears devastating 4.0 degree warming. Agence France-Presse Climate change: It's even worse than we thought. New Scientist As US hesitates, California pours billions into green energy. Reuters California's landmark global warming law becomes real this week with first cap-and-trade auctions. San Jose Mercury News US drought worsens after weeks of improvement. Associated Press Climate change report outlines perils for US military. New York Times
More Climate News November 8, 2012
Four years later, Ike claims keep coming. Austin American-Statesman Utility commissioners decline calls for mandatory solar energy targets. Houston Chronicle Texas electric prices cap to double over 3 years. Associated Press LCRA staff recommends against cutting off rice farmers for second year. Austin American-Statesman Methane found in drinking water across US brings concern to the Lubbock community. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal In wake of CNN report, mayor defends solar deal. San Antonio Express-News Gulf Coast joins export coal rush. Houston Chronicle Report: South Texas Project faces flood risk. Houston Chronicle
More Climate News October 5, 2012
Farmers are watching their water use. Wall Street Journal David Vitter threatening to fight potential Romney EPA chief. New Orleans Times-Picayune Criminal probe eyes remarks after Gulf spill, lawyers say. Houston Chronicle Two years after moratorium lifted, many expect Gulf oil production to soon exceed pre-spill levels. New Orleans Times-Picayune Oklahoma dust storm shuts down portion of Interstate 35. Associated Press Louisiana's renewable energy program starts to pick up steam, two years after inception. New Orleans Times-Picayune
More Climate News October 5, 2012
Bloomberg backs Obama, citing climate. New York Times Cuomo: Whoever doesn't see extreme weather pattern is 'denying reality'. Capital New York Effects of climate change increase risk of storms’ impacts. Boston Globe Hurricane Sandy Storified: Is climate change to blame? InsideClimate News Al Gore calls Sandy a ‘disturbing sign of things to come,’ urges climate action. The Hill Hurricane Sandy: Activists urge leaders to 'connect the dots' with climate. InsideClimate News Hurricane could prompt review of New York's preparedness. New York Times Frankenstorm: Has climate change created a monster? NPR Hurricane Sandy as 'super storm': Is climate change a factor? Los Angeles Times The making of a superstorm: Part hurricane, part nor'easter and all trouble. Associated Press
More Climate News October 5, 2012
Texas seeks to learn lessons from West Nile virus disaster. Reuters Fort Bend County power plant looks to Dallas for smog relief. Houston Chronicle New disease strain found in Midland mosquitoes. Midland Reporter-Telegram Rising water use is challenge: Expert says El Paso poised to manage growing needs. El Paso Times Keystone XL breaks ground in Texas. Washington Post If Austin sheds its coal power, would the city's carbon footprint. Austin American-Statesman Scientists warn of increased risks to Texas from hurricanes and tropical storms. Dallas Morning News Texas wind boom threatened by expiring tax credit. Texas Tribune Power retailer's entry sheds light on green gains. Houston Chronicle At universities, fracking research funded by oil and gas companies. Texas Observer
More Climate News September 7, 2012
New Orleans levees leave those outside the gates vulnerable. Los Angeles Times El Salvador in battle against tide of climate change / Rising sea levels and deforestation have destroyed the mangrove crops that villagers depend on to survive. Independent Louisiana, Coast Guard officials continue feud over BP oil cleanup. New Orleans Times-Picayune The most solar company In the US is ... Walmart? Co.Exist La. officials close 12 miles of coastline after Isaac washes up tar balls, oil from BP spill hotspot. New Orleans Times-Picayune Canine conservationists on the move. New York Times Isaac is latest blow to swampy South Louisiana. New York Times Drought has Mississippi River barge traffic all choked up. Los Angeles Times
More Climate News September 7, 2012
Drought grows, forecast to persist through early winter. Climate Central Data centers waste vast amounts of energy, belying industry image. New York Times New York faces rising seas and slow city action. New York Times Climate change challenges power plant operations. Washington Post Arctic ice melting at 'amazing' speed, scientists find. BBC Fossil fuel industry opens wallet to defeat Obama. New York Times Obama vs. Romney: Where their energy policies differ. Washington Post US energy carbon emissions fell in three of last four years. Los Angeles Times Arctic ice melt 'like adding 20 years of CO2 emissions'. BBC
More Climate News September 7, 2012
Revealed: The corporations and billionaires that fund the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Texas Observer UN-backed Agenda 21 angers many in Texas. Texas Tribune Drought's silver lining: a cleaner Gulf of Mexico. Houston Chronicle Paying for energy efficiency programs: Texas industry opts out. KUHF Romney energy plan offers few rewards for Texas oil but creates risks for wind companies. Dallas Morning News Texas leads nation in West Nile cases, and count expected to rise, officials say. Austin American-Statesman Texas State receives major gift for water research. Texas Tribune Texas judge rules TransCanada can seize pasture for Keystone XL. New York Times Houston going greener with expanded electric-car sharing program. Houston Press
More Climate News August 3, 2012
Oklahoma's farm operations feel sting of drought. Associated Press Lawmakers wade into water battle. Las Cruces Sun-News Pennsylvania officials say Okla. energy firm’s data filled with errors. Associated Press In midst of a drought, trying to keep cargo moving on the Mississippi. New York Times CO2 emissions in US drop to 20-year low. Associated Press Okla. heat, drought allow deadly amoeba to thrive. Associated Press Saltwater wedge reaches Chalmette; Plaquemines buys N.O. water. New Orleans Times-Picayune
More Climate News August 3, 2012
Amount of sea ice in Arctic is measured at record low. New York Times Autos must average 54.5 mpg by 2025, new EPA standards say. Washington Post Climate change deniers 'are either extreme free marketeers or conspiracy theorists,’ Australian study finds. Telegraph Coal plants still pressured despite Romney plan, EPA court loss. Reuters Carbon efficiency failing to fight warming: study. Agence France-Presse Arctic sea ice levels to reach record low within days. Guardian Midwest water wells drying up in drought. New York Times Italians pack Speedos as Dolomites lake hit by soaring temperatures. Guardian Romney energy plan would expand oil drilling offshore. New York Times
More Climate News August 3, 2012
Gulf turbine plan sparks wildlife debate. San Antonio Express-News In wake of Texas drought, water and politics mix. Austin American-Statesman Lost Pines forest in Bastrop State Park is threatened. Austin American-Statesman In Texas, arguing that heat can be a death sentence for prisoners. New York Times Texas judge invalidates Las Brisas energy air pollution permit. Environment News Service Budget cuts, drought, wildfires have Texas parks seeking corporate partners for first time. Associated Press Prof didn't disclose business ties to fracking. San Antonio Express-News Texas agency warns it may curtail water rights. Associated Press Solar deal for CPS set to bring 805 jobs. San Antonio Express-News
More Climate News July 6, 2012
Extreme heat continues to plague South Central states. Climate Central Researcher: Big drought means smaller 'dead zone.' Associated Press Oklahoma foresters warn of rising danger of wildfires. Associated Press Oklahoma drought is intensifying across state, report shows. Associated Press Mexico's climate law to face challenge under new president. Reuters BP, contractor missed the big hazard issues in Gulf oil spill, board says. Associated Press Nation has large stake in protecting Louisiana from storms, Mayor Mitch Landrieu says. New Orleans Times-Picayune
More Climate News July 6, 2012
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