Energy and Industry

Will Renewable Energy Be The End Of The Sage Grouse In Wyoming?

January 20, 2010
By Beth Buczynski
Will Renewable Energy Be The End Of The Sage Grouse In Wyoming?

Despite studies which have shown that Wyoming has wind resources consistent with utility-scale production, the state’s Governor recently announced a decision to block future wind-turbine development in about 20 percent of the state in a move to protect the greater sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus), a species that might soon be included on the Endangered...
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Responding to Harmful Government Inaction, Protestors Stop Blasting on Coal River Mountain

November 22, 2009
By Beth Buczynski
Responding to Harmful Government Inaction, Protestors Stop Blasting on Coal River Mountain

Yesterday, two concerned citizens, Dea Goblirsch and Nick Martin, locked down to a drill rig on Coal River Mountain’s Bee Tree mountaintop removal site, effectively stopping blasting. Two others, Grace Williams and Laura Von Dolen, joined them in direct support, holding a banner with the message “Save Coal River Mountain”. These nonviolent protestors have...
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Ways to Keep Your Home Warm Without Heating Up the Planet

October 24, 2009
By Beth Buczynski
Ways to Keep Your Home Warm Without Heating Up the Planet

(These house-warming suggestions were provided by Ideal Bite, the best place to find bite-size ideas for light green living, covering everything from organic cosmetics to seasonal recipes from local chefs!) Sliding Into HomeIf the cold makes you wanna stay at home base, instead of cranking up the heat, hang some eco-friendly, cold-busting curtains, throw...
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