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| Browsing Minnesota in NewsroomDr. James Hansen press call 04242008 by Dr. James HansenPosted April 24th, 2008 by ErinStojanRuccolo
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Dr. James Hansen letter to MN Governor Tim PawlentyPosted April 24th, 2008 by ErinStojanRuccoloDr. James E. Hansen, head of NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies, is urging Governor Tim Pawlenty to publicly oppose the proposed Big Stone II coal plant to curb global warming pollution and halt escalating energy costs. ...read more » [Media release] NASA Scientist to Governor: Oppose Controversial Big Stone II Coal PlantPosted April 24th, 2008 by ErinStojanRuccoloExpert writes governor, asks for investment in clean, renewable energy Dr. James E. Hansen, head of NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies, is urging Governor Tim Pawlenty to publicly oppose the proposed Big Stone II coal plant to curb global warming pollution and halt escalating energy costs. [Read Dr. Hansen's letter to Governor Palwenty.] The state of Minnesota has jurisdiction over the transmission lines from the proposed plant to be located in Milbank, South Dakota. Most of the power would be sold to Minnesota ratepayers. The decision to allow the lines rests with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. ...read more »
Transportation AdPosted February 22nd, 2008 by elenaFresh Energy produced a transportation radio ad with the help of Clean Energy Minnesota. It will air on six stations, starting on Sunday, Feb. 24. It encourages Minnesotans to contact their legislators to push forward the Transportation Bill. 0:59 minutes (1.13 MB)
Oct. 12, 2007: Al Gore Wins Nobel Peace Prize, Local CommentPosted October 12th, 2007 by elenaAl Gore won the Nobel Peace Prize for his work addressing global warming, and KARE asked some local clean-energy advocates for comment. Oct. 3, 2007: A 'Green' Power Plant in FaribaultPosted October 3rd, 2007 by elenaA new power plant in Faribault, Minnesota is running on natural gas, excess turbine heat, rainwater and soy oil. Star Tribune Minnesota's Vow to Cut EmissionsPosted September 21st, 2007 by elenaAs stated below corresponding to "Coal-lovin' Governor," many clean-energy advocates do not feel that Minnesota is as committed to reducing global warming emissions as promised. Dennis Lien with the Pioneer Press reports on this subject at http://www.twincities.com/ci_6912999.
Sept. 19, 2007: Big Stone Pullouts Leave Coal-fired Electricity's Future in QuestionPosted September 21st, 2007 by elenaGreat River Energy pulled out of the Big Stone II project, siting cost as the main reason. The project now lacks substantial funding. Argus Leader Sept. 19, 2007: Neal St. Anthony: Big Stone II Events May Signal End of Coal EraPosted September 20th, 2007 by elenaGreat River Energy pulled out of the Big Stone II project, which begs the question, is the nation moving away from a time of coal plants? Star Tribune Sept. 18, 2007: Big Stone II Power Plant Suffers SetbackPosted September 18th, 2007 by elenaThe proposed Big Stone II project may be downsized following the withdrawal of Great River Energy Minnesota Public Radio |
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