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The Economic Benefits of Investing in Clean Energy

The Economic Benefits of Investing in Clean Energy

Report from Robert Pollin, James Heintz, and Heidi Garrett-Peltier outlines how the economic stimulus program and new legislation can boost U.S. economic growth and employment.

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A State-by-State Look at Clean Energy and Job Creation A State-by-State Look at Clean Energy and Job Creation Interactive map shows that $150 billion in clean-energy investment would create 1.7 million jobs and reduce unemployment across the United States.

Action on Clean Energy Action on Clean Energy Daniel J. Weiss discusses how the American Clean Energy and Security Act and President Obama's clean cars program will affect the economy and environment.

A Clean-Energy Standard Would Lower Household Electricity Bills A Clean-Energy Standard Would Lower Household Electricity Bills A map from Ben Furnas shows that a bold renewable electricity standard would save families and businesses money in every state.

The Greening of Newark The Greening of Newark Mayor Cory Booker gives an inside look into how Newark is transforming its economy with green jobs and spaces.

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The Neglected Challenge The Neglected Challenge Andrew Light, Julian L. Wong, and Samuel Charap argue that the United States and Russia can work together on climate change and energy efficiency.

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CAP is pioneering progressive, 21st century policy proposals to transform our nation and our economy in ways that protect the global environment, boost global prosperity, and create sustainable sources of clean energy to reduce the world’s reliance on dirty, carbon-based energy. Our low-carbon policy priorities encourage comprehensive upgrades in the efficiency of energy production and consumption as well as environmentally safe and sustainable energy diversification. And our commitment to sound scientific energy and environmental technology innovation exemplifies progressive ideals and pragmatism at work.