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How to Reach 10% Solar Power by 2030 3/09/2010

Baltimore – From laundromats and baseball stadiums, to homes and cars, solar energy is already enhancing energy security and reducing pollution in America. A new Environment Maryland report outlines a vision for using the sun to meet 10 percent of the United States' total energy needs by 2030.

Global Warming News

Pollution Reduction Actions of U.S. States Surpass Those of Most Nations 12/03/2009

Activists Gather to Protest Proposed Transmission Lines, Rally in Support of Clean Energy 12/01/2009

America's Biggest Polluters: Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Power Plants in 2007 11/24/2009

Nuclear power will set back race against global warming, new report shows 11/17/2009

Legislation proposed by Senators Alexander and Webb would set U.S. back in solving global warming 11/16/2009

Clean Water News

Over 43,000 Citizens Demand Stronger EPA Action on the Chesapeake Bay 1/11/2010

U.S. EPA Lacking in Commitment to Enforce Chesapeake Bay Clean-up 12/29/2009

Federal Bay Clean-Up Plan Falls Short 11/09/2009

Over Two Million Pounds of Toxics Discharged into Maryland Waterways 10/21/2009

Sen. Cardin's New Proposal Could Open the Door to Renewed Chesapeake Bay Restoration 10/19/2009

Energy News

How to Reach 10% Solar Power by 2030 3/09/2010

Action by Maryland’s General Assembly Could Create Jobs and Expand Solar Power 2/16/2010

Support Grows for Offshore Wind in Maryland 12/15/2009

Strong Energy Efficiency Policies in Global Warming Legislation Would Save Maryland Families $287 per Year, Create 14,600 Jobs 9/09/2009

Energy Efficient Buildings Could Save More than $500 Billion by 2030 and Cut Global Warming Emissions by a Third by 2050 5/15/2009

Preservation News

Broad Coalition Calls for More Development Near Transit 1/14/2010

Groups Denounce Development Decisions 4/01/2009

New Study Shows Smart Growth Has Been "Not So Smart" 3/10/2009

Historic Tax Credit: The Key to an Economic and Environmental Boon throughout Maryland 3/04/2009

Legislators Endorse Smart Growth Principles 10/09/2008

Clean Air News

Fly Ash Found in Dust at Homes Near Gambrills Dump 1/03/2008

New Report Shows Need to Reduce Particulate Matter Pollution from Power Plants 6/29/2007

Every Maryland County Exceeds Cancer Risk Threshold from Vehicle Pollution 12/27/2006

Election 2008 News

Environment Maryland Endorses Frank Kratovil for Congress 9/15/2008

More News

Environment Maryland Applauds Maryland’s Congressional Champs 12/30/2009

Rep. Sarbanes, Environment Maryland, & Green Coalition Release Report Highlighting Benefits of President Obama’s Budget for Environment and Economy 4/17/2009

Environment Maryland Hails Environmental Gains in 2009 Legislative Session 4/14/2009

The Environment Wins in 2008 Legislative Session 4/08/2008

Gov. O'Malley Signs Environmental Bills 4/24/2007