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Replace Coal with Wind

Can wind power replace coal in the US for generating electricity? The answer is YES, and it can be done more cost-effectively than using nuclear.

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Climate Protection in Sonoma County

For the past few weeks, there has been a great deal of activity going on "behind the scenes" in Sonoma County, related to climate protection. The CA state Public Utilities Commission and the utility, PG&E, have been negotiating with local groups to bring an unprecedented array of energy efficiency programs into the county.

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Sonoma County Business Activity in Climate Protection

There are three projects going on in Sonoma County now that involve businesses taking action to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from their activities in the community. The businesses, a winery, a home builder and an organic waste processor, represent major economic activities in Sonoma County.

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