Dispatches

Dispatches

Shell USA Asks Government to Lead in Developing a ‘Cap-and-Trade’ Climate Change Market

Submitted by Verdexchange on May 30, 2007 - 12:37pm

John Hofmeister
John HofmeisterShell USA President John Hofmeister announces his company's alliance with the United States Climate Action Partnership in hopes of having a voice in the crafting of this new national framework for energy.

John Hofmeister

L.A. Public Utility Makes Progress Towards Goals of Implementing 20 Percent Renewables by 2010

Submitted by Verdexchange on April 30, 2007 - 1:43pm

David Nahai
David NahaiWith the goal of generating 20 percent of its power from renewable sources by 2010, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power has been investing in new technologies and forming partnerships across the West to bring green power to L.A.’s homes and businesses.

David Nahai

Former Mayor of Bogotá Looks to Democracy to Repair the Urban Fabric of Cities Rich and Poor

Submitted by Verdexchange on April 30, 2007 - 12:43pm

Enrique Penalosa
Enrique PeñalosaJust as cities in undeveloped countries face daunting urban and environmental challenges, so do they give rise to remarkable, unexpected solutions. Focusing on improved public transit and public spaces, Mayor Enrique Peñalosa transformed Bogotá, Columbia, into a more pleasant, safe, and sustainable city.

Enrique Penalosa