This was a year that saw major environmental shifts, in both directions. Here are just a few of the high (and low) lights, as we see them…

A new report from UNEP, the United Nations Environment Program, illustrates revised scenarios for climate change, most specifically the increase in global temperature averages forecast over the remainder of the century. The news is not good. Time to get to work.

Next week has been dubbed Global Climate Week, to coincide with the annual opening of the UN General Assembly session. The Carbon Disclosure Project is offering sneak peeks of statistics gathered in its annual carbon emission business survey.

Good News: On June 30th, EPA gives California emissions waiver.
Bad News: On July 23rd, Air Resources Board amends landmark rule to reduce toxic emissions from off-road equipment.

Sometime soon we might be able to suck in a huge breath of coastal air and feel refreshed again. Not sick. California regulations and a new push by the EPA are hoping to turn the tide on airborne particulates.

Did you know? Wind power already prevents 19 million tons of CO2 a year.

Have you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between Carbon Tax and Cap & Trade? Why we need to decrease CO2 levels? Check out this great animated video…