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Global Warming to Increase Heat-Related Deaths in Houston	9/6/2007
Houston – The death toll from extreme heat in Houston each summer will increase from about 24 to nearly 32, resulting in 192 additional heat-related deaths by mid-century as global warming drives up summertime temperatures, according to a new report released by Environment Texas and conducted by Applied Climatologists, Inc. experts Dr. Laurence Kalkstein of the University of Miami and Dr. Scott Greene of the University of Oklahoma.
Global Warming to Increase Heat-Related Deaths in Chicago	9/6/2007
The death toll from extreme heat in Chicago will increase from about 110 to nearly 243, resulting in 3,192 additional heat-related deaths by mid-century as global warming drives up summertime temperatures, according to a new report released by Environment Illinois and conducted by Applied Climatologists, Inc. experts Dr. Laurence Kalkstein of the University of Miami and Dr. Scott Greene of the University of Oklahoma.
Environment California Applauds Gov. Schwarzenegger for Signing Landmark Global Warming Law	9/26/2006
At a ceremony in San Francisco, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger made history today, signing into law the nation’s first statewide cap on global warming pollution, a measure that will reduce emissions in the nation’s most populous state by 25 percent in the next 14 years.
Report Charts ‘Cleaner, Cheaper, Smarter’ Path On Global Warming Policy	9/20/2007
Capping emissions and making polluters pay for putting global warming emissions into the atmosphere is the most economically efficient and fair approach to cutting global warming pollution nationwide, according to a new report released today by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG).
New Report: U.S. Is Getting Hotter	9/14/2006
This year’s unprecedented heat wave is part of a broader trend of rising temperatures across the country, according to a new report released today by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG).
Governors Applauded for Standing up to Auto Manufacturers and Defending Clean Cars Standard	9/13/2007
Yesterday, the Governors of thirteen states, including New Mexico’s Governor Richardson, released an open letter to the CEOs of General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and Nissan, asserting their commitment to forge ahead with state Clean Car programs and urging the auto manufacturers to withdraw their legal challenges of the program.
Facts Don’t Back Up Trendy Claims Of A Rosy New Nuclear Future	9/11/2007
The same day 200 wind industry leaders gather to talk about investing in 21st century technology in Michigan, DTE Energy and the nuclear industry are sponsoring talks by former environmentalists about the supposed economic and environmental benefits of nuclear power.
New Report: North Carolina Temperatures on the Rise	8/30/2007
The maximum temperature in Raleigh was 2.0°F above average in 2006, according to a new report released today by Environment North Carolina. Environment North Carolina said this warmer-than-normal weather is indicative of what North Carolina can expect with continued global warming.
New Analysis Finds Clean Cars Program Would Cut Pollution, Save Florida Drivers Money	8/29/2007
As the governor’s Action Team on Climate and Energy met for the first time, our allies in Florida released a new analysis documenting the benefits of implementing the Clean Cars Program in Florida.
New Report: U.S. Can Cut Global Warming Pollution 20 Percent by 2020	8/24/2006
Just weeks after the strongest global warming legislation in U.S. history was introduced in Congress, a new report released today by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) shows how the U.S. can meet – and even exceed – the legislation’s near-term goals.
Western Climate Initiative Statement of Regional Goal	8/23/2007
Arizona advocates joined global warming and clean energy advocates from across the western United States and Canada to hail Governor Napolitano and other leaders of the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) for taking a crucial step toward regionwide reductions in global-warming pollution.
State Legislators Offered Screening of “An Inconvenient Truth” at National Convention	8/16/2006
Attendees of the annual National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) convention will be treated to a free screening of “An Inconvenient Truth” on Thursday, August 17th at 3:30 p.m. at the Opry Mills Regal Theatre.
Marylanders Call on Governor to Commit to Reductions of Global Warming Pollution	8/15/2007
Supporters at rally in Annapolis deliver 5,000 petition signatures to O’Malley administration.
Massachusetts' Senator Marc Pacheco Named Climate Change Champion	8/1/2007
This Wednesday, August 1, Environment Massachusetts, the new home of MASSPIRG’s statewide environment work, will award Massachusetts State Senator Marc R. Pacheco the title of Climate Change Champion for his tireless work to tackle what he calls “the most pressing and complex issue of our time.” The award will be given to the Senator at 10 a.m. in the conference room of the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District office on 88 Broadway, Taunton, MA, 02780.
PIRG Commends Senators Lieberman And Warner, But Says Bill Needs Work To Meet Global Warming Challenge	8/1/2007
The draft bill unveiled today by Senators Lieberman (Conn.) and Warner (Va.) is an encouraging starting point for Senate action on global warming.
Governor Corzine Signs Global Warming Response Act for New Jersey	7/6/2007
On the eve of the Live Earth Concerts for a Climate in Crisis, Governor Jon S. Corzine signed legislation adopting proactive and ambitious goals for the reduction of green house gas emissions in New Jersey. The legislation calls for reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by 2020, approximately a 20 percent reduction, followed by a further reduction of emissions to 80 percent below 2006 levels by 2050. New Jersey is only the third state in the nation make greenhouse gas reduction goals law and these provisions were previously set in Executive Order 54 which the Governor signed in February.
New Report: Temperatures Up In Washington And In Cities Across The Country	7/24/2007
Temperatures in the Washington, DC region were unusually warm in 2006 and are part of a trend toward warmer weather in the area, according to a new report released today by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG). The average temperature at Washington’s Reagan National Airport was 1.9°F above normal in 2006, while the average temperature at Dulles International Airport was 3.0°F above normal.
Bingaman Climate Bill Fails To Deliver Needed Pollution Reductions	7/11/2007
“We commend Senator Bingaman for working to build support for action on global warming. Unfortunately, his new bill fails to deliver the pollution reductions science shows are needed in the next 10 years to stave off the most dangerous impacts of global warming for future generations.
Governor Crist Calls For Sweeping Reduction Of Greenhouse Gas Emissions In Florida	7/11/2007
Governor Charlie Crist is poised to sign a series of Executive Orders to adopt proactive and ambitious goals for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in Florida.
New Research Shows Maryland Roadmap for Reducing Global Warming Pollution; Environmental Groups Call for a Firm Commitment from the State	6/6/2007
New research shows that the levels of reductions in global warming pollution called for by the world’s leading scientists are possible to achieve in Maryland. According to a study led by Environment Maryland Research & Policy Center, the state can use policy tools available today to reduce its emissions by 23 percent by 2020, more than the 20 percent figure that scientists have agreed is necessary for the industrialized world.
Outdated Gas Mileage Standards Cost Consumers Billions at the Pump	6/6/2007
While the CEOs of the Big Three automakers met with Senators behind closed doors to convince them to keep on dragging their heels on fuel economy, the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) released a new analysis showing that outdated gas mileage standards will cost Americans $53.1 billion dollars at the pump this summer alone.
Key House Committee Debates Clean Energy Act; Measure would slash global warming pollution, promote solar power	6/5/2007
This afternoon a key House committee held its second debate on the Clean Energy Act, the legislation cosponsored by nearly a majority of house members that would require clean, renewable sources of energy and energy efficiency measures to meet 15 percent of the state’s growing electricity needs by 2021. Led by Reps. Pricey Harrison, Grier Martin, Jim Harrell, and Carolyn Justice, 56 house members are sponsors of HB 77.
Energy Bill Moves Connecticut Toward A New Energy Future	6/4/2007
After two years of debate, the legislature passed an omnibus energy bill that promotes energy efficiency, increases Connecticut’s use of clean, renewable energy, and cuts global warming pollution.
Environmental Advocates Praise General Assembly for Approving New Global Warming Law	6/25/2007
Environmental groups are praising the General Assembly for passing legislation to reduce global warming pollution from power plants.
New Jersey Legislature Sets National Precedent By Passing Global Warming Response Act	6/22/2007
On the final day of votes before their summer break, the New Jersey Legislature overwhelmingly passed the Global Warming Response Act, A3301/S2114, (72-8 in the Assembly, 36-1 in the Senate). This ground-breaking legislation requires a mandatory reduction of the state’s global warming pollution to below 1990 levels by 2020 and 80 percent below current levels by 2050. These are the limits scientists say are necessary to avoid the worst impacts of global warming.
New Jersey Expected to Set National Precedent by Passing the Global Warming Response Act	6/21/2007
On the final day of votes before their summer break, the New Jersey Legislature is poised to vote on the Global Warming Response Act (A3301/S2114). This ground-breaking legislation requires a mandatory reduction of the state’s global warming pollution to below 1990 levels by 2020 and 80 percent below current levels by 2050. These are the limits scientists say are necessary to avoid the worst impacts of global warming.
Air Resources Board Takes First Step on AB 32 Implementation: Opportunity to Expand “Early Action” Measures is Passed Up	6/21/2007
At a hearing in Los Angeles today, the California Air Resources Board chose three “early action” measures as the first step in implementing California’s historic statewide cap on global warming pollution that will reduce statewide global warming emissions by over 25 percent by 2020.
New Report: Global Warming Pollution Doubled In 28 States Since 1960	6/20/2006
Twenty-eight states more than doubled their carbon dioxide emissions between 1960 and 2001, according to a new analysis of government data released today by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG).
Senate Rejects Subsidies for Liquid Coal	6/19/2007
Statement of U.S. PIRG Staff Attorney Ben Dunham
Energy Bill Impasse Threatens Key Global Warming Initiatives	6/1/2007
Environmental advocacy groups call for action on energy this legislative session to implement key policies in the state CT Climate Change Action Plan and solidify Connecticut’s national leadership on global warming.

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