by Firas Khalifeh | Aug 10, 2016 | Climate Action, Energy Policy
Long holding the reputation of Canada’s fossil fuel capital, Alberta is finally taking action to reduce their emissions by phasing out electricity generation from coal-fired plants. Pollution attributed to coal factories has been linked to countless health effects, as...
by Firas Khalifeh | Jul 28, 2016 | Climate Action, Energy Policy, Green Businesses and Economy
The shift towards fossil fuel divestment has been gaining momentum in recent years, particularly among large institutions such as universities, pension funds, and local governments. By withdrawing their funds from fossil fuel investments, these institutions are...
by Firas Khalifeh | Jul 20, 2016 | Community Power, Interviews, Renewable Energy Co-ops, Uncategorized
TREC’s recently published report, The Power of Community explores the economic, environmental, and social benefits of locally owned and operated renewable energy initiatives. In general, community owned renewables lead to higher job creation; stronger economic impacts...
