The Climate Protection Campaign works to inspire, align, and mobilize action in response to the climate crisis. We partner with business, government, youth and the broader community to advance practical, science-based solutions for significant greenhouse gas emission reductions.
If you’re like a lot of climate protection supporters, you understand the basic science of climate change but have lots of questions. Come to a science chat at our office next Friday and find out if the ice is really melting faster than previously predicted. The chat will be led by climate scientist and CPC board member Carl Mears. He … More
More on PG&E’s “Green Option” from GreenwireIn California, questions swirl around new voluntary renewable energy program Greenwire by Debra Kahn – May 14, 2012 Despite pitfalls and naysayers, California’s largest and most troubled power company is plugging its latest “green” efforts. Northern California’s Pacific Gas and Electric Co. unveiled a new “green option” last month that would allow customers to pay extra to have their electricity … More
Sonoma Clean Power vs. PG&E’s “Green Option” ProgramBackground: April 10, 2012, the Sonoma County Water Agency Board voted unanimously to continue its evaluation of Sonoma Clean Power. Since 2011 the Sonoma County Water Agency has studied the feasibility and desirability of implementing Sonoma Clean Power, a local program that will buy and generate electricity for businesses and residents to reduce local greenhouse gas emissions. April 24, 2012, … More
