Posted by Michael Oko in Solving Global Warming
"Unease is no excuse for inaction." These were President Obama's words at the United Nations in his most significant speech on climate change since taking office, setting the tone for a bold vision that will hold the U.S.-- and...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Solving Global Warming
With the energy and climate legislation coming to a head in the House this week, things are definitely heating up in Washington. Latest reports are saying that the House will vote on the American Clean Energy and Security Act (ACES)...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Solving Global Warming
As President Obama wraps up his first 100 days in office, it's clear that he's set a high bar for the direction that he intends to lead the country. With an approval rating well over 60% and a majority of...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Moving Beyond Oil , Solving Global Warming , The Media and the Environment , U.S. Law and Policy
This week, energy and the environment took central stage from the fields of Iowa to the halls of Congress. Between Earth Day celebrations and Capitol Hill marathon briefings, it was all a bit dizzying. And, while not all of the...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Solving Global Warming
Before I left the office today, I read an advance excerpt of President Obama's speech to Congress. One line that stuck out was: "We will rebuild, we will recover, and the United States of America will emerge stronger than before."...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Moving Beyond Oil
At first glance, you wouldn't think that a trip to our friendly northern neighbors would be cause for concern for environmental groups. You'd expect Canadians, with their love of outdoors and the vast wilderness, to be strong advocates for the...continued→
Posted by Michael Oko in Solving Global Warming
As I reflect on Inauguration Day 2009, a day filled with great promise, I keep thinking about an editorial I came across a few days ago. It was written by Thomas Friedman in the New York Times. Here's a selection...continued→
