Cool News!
Gore Presses America to Institute Energy Reform
Former vice President Al Gore urged Americans to convert all
electricity to wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources within
10 years. Read more
EPA Issues Warning for Human Health
The US Environmental Protection Agency released a new report, stating the dangers of global warming to the human health. Intensified heat waves, more powerful hurricanes, and shrinking water supplies are among the concerns--especially for the elderly, the poor, and those in the inner city. Read the EPA release
July 1, 2008 Energy Bill Passed
The DC Council, on July 1st, unanimously passed the full first reading of the
Clean and Affordable Energy Act, which seeks to reduce Washington D.C.’s energy usage while expanding the area’s access to renewable energy sources. Read more
Londoun County reports a pledge of 1,365,810 lb of carbon dioxide emission reduction
Londoun County Board of Supervisors past a resolution to adopt the Cool Capital Challenge to reduce Carbon Emissions by 1,365,810 lb. The pledge starts July 1st 2008, and ends June 30th 2009.
Fairfax County reports massive CO2 emission reduction and receives a Cool award.
See Summary Matrix of CO2 Reduction. Analysis on Wind Power, Hybrids, Tree_Turf & Lighting, Recycling_Gas to Energy. Read more
Council of Governments endorses the Cool Capital Challenge
COG encourages its 21 member jurisdictions to participate in the challenge and wants to join as a corporate entity. Read more>>
Londoun County Board of Supervisors voted to join the Cool Capital Challenge
Londoun County oficials pledge to help reduce the region's greenhouse gas emissions and encourage more environmentally friendly buildings. Read more>>
COG tax rebate - How to Use Economic Stimulus Checks To Benefit the Environment and Your Wallet
"Now that the economic stimulus checks are on the way, citizens wanting to save energy and money at the same time can turn those greenbacks into “green purchases” that help the environment and also get more green ---back!" Read more>>
Cool Capital Challenge on The Kojo Nnamdi Show WAMU 88.5 FM
Earth Day and Mainstream Environmentalism Program. Listen to this segment by clicking on real audio or windows media on the top right corner.
Cool Capital Challenge on Spanish Newspaper
El Mundo, a worldwide leader newspaper from Spain posted an article about the Cool Capital Challenge. See English Version and Spanish Version.
Cool Capital Products Now Available
Show your support for Cool Capital with our new long-sleeve t-shirts and yard signs! Also available is the Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings. Perfect for upcoming house parties being planned into the new year, these products can be purchased by emailing info@coolcapital.org.
Prices:
T-Shirts (S-XXL): $20
Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings: $17
Yard Signs: Free
Cool Capital in Facebook
Help us spread the word on Facebook. Join the group "The Cool Capital Challenge" and tell all your friends to take the challenge.
Cool Expands Low-Income Homebuyer Trainings
Cool Capital is launching a partnership to train low-income tenants and homebuyers in saving money through energy efficiency. This builds on existing outreach to low-income housing projects done by many Cool Partners, including DC Department of the Environment, Earth Day Network, Greater Washington Interfaith Power & Light, Green Home, Latino Federation of Greater Washington, and Washington Parks & People.
Maryland Study Finds Clean Energy Could Be Next BioTech
A 2007 study commissioned by the State of Maryland has found that energy efficiency and renewables, the world's fastest growing industries, could take root in the Washington region with massive job generation and economic benefits for the entire area. The study suggests that investment in energy efficiency and renewables could generate 144,000 new jobs in the region over the next 20 years.
Cool Co-Founder Dr. Lara Hansen Joins in Nobel Peace Prize
Dr. Lara Hansen, Chief Climate Scientist for the World Wildlife Fund and a co-founder of the Cool Capital Challenge, will join with 2,000 other scientists in receiving the Nobel Peace Prize as a member of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), whose dramatic findings have galvanized climate action around the world.
Other Local Climate News
Officials in King County and other places are rethinking the way their communities grow and operate, all with an eye toward reducing their overall carbon footprint.
D.C. Council Targets Energy Use With New Program
ACEEE Offers Consumers Help to Reduce High Heating Bills
In its latest report (9/30/07) on the staggering pace of regional carbon emissions that now outstrip a number of entire countries, the Washington Post also noted the progress of the Cool Capital Challenge as the region's immediate direct action to counter the climate crisis.
DC Councilmember Cheh Announces Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals
Montgomery County commits to fight climate change by signing Cool Counties Declaration
Maryland News- State Residents Challenged on Energy Savings
What It Would Take to Put the Brakes on Global Warming - Washington Post article
A Carbon Neutral Capitol Building in Washington D.C.
Gadget Prods Homeowners to Cut Energy Use
Power-Bill Savings Begin With Digital Wireless Device
Events
Upcoming Events
Arlington County Fresh AIRE events to help you green your home or building - contact Starnay@arlingtonva.us with question
Support Peddling at Brita Climate Ride 2008 - September 20-24
Brita Climate Ride 2008 is the first multi-day bicycle tour to bring bikers together to raise money and awareness of climate change and hope for a future powered by renewable energy and a green economy. The route runs from New York City to Washington DC, covering 320 miles and 5 days (September 20th-24th). Register to ride and learn more>>
Recently Past Events
Cool Cities Workshop - May 31, 2008
Cool Cities is a national campaign to move local governments forward with innovative energy solutions that curb global warming, save tax payer dollars, and create healthier cities. Read more>>
Greening Downtown DC - May 29, 2008
Energy efficiency for property managers and Building engineers. Being green in today's marketplace. Case study: Lessons learned from Akridge's Green Initiative. Tools for tracking and reduce your energy use. Resources and strategies for Property Managers and Building Engineers. Green Certification. Transportation programs for tenants.
See Agenda & Presentations.
ENERGY STAR Networking Meeting - May 22, 2008
Industry experts discussed the financial value of energy performance improvement projects and presented case studies to illustrate how organizations have improved operations and optimized building energy performance. Agenda and Presentations.
Washington Area Bicyclist Association Bike to Work Day - May 16, 2008
http://www.waba.org/events/btwd/index.php
Climate Action Conference - May 2nd, 2008
Agenda - Presentations for small businesses
Location: George Washington University
Green Neighbors' Metal Recycling Celebration - April 27, 2008
Location: Clara Barton Community Center in Cabin John
See the complete Cabin John's Village News and read an article about Cool Capital.
Cool Capital on Green DC Day- April 23, 2008
Carbon-Buster Leadership Training - April 17, 2008
Hosted by Montgomery County.
Agenda
Training Summary
Carbon Buster registration
Carbon Buster Tool Kit
The three parts of spreading the word about the Cool Capital Challenge
DC Hearing on the Energy Bill - Jan 30, 2008
Green Neighbors' Metal Recycling - Kick-off Event - Feb 27, 2008
Presentation for Montgomery Community