Plastic bags and the never-ending urge to tax everything

A few days ago I attended the environmental legislative summit in Annapolis. We were treated to a three-course meal of we need you, followed by we will get it done and for dessert we had it will take more taxes to get it done. I’ve had this dinner before! There was such a strong attendance and excitement that I admit it tasted a little bit better than usual, almost.

Electric Vehicles without mileage restrictions are here NOW. Well, no, not exactly.

Better PlaceOkay so you say that they don’t go very far between fill-ups. They are hazardous in an accident. They require tons of maintenance. You are absolutely correct. Gasoline and diesel vehicles are a horrible way to get around. Now throw in that they are noisy, smelly, enemies of the environment and you start to get the real picture.

Maryland Environmental Summit Report

The Maryland Environmental Legislative Summit was buzzing with optimism last night with the Miller Conference room bursting at the seams. It was beyond standing room only. Usually this event is a love fest of sorts with environmentalists detailing their priorities and legislators saying that they would try to push this or that bill through the chambers and to the Governor’s desk.

Coal production increasing while offshore wind awaits

 Pulg into the oceanCoal production may not decline as much over the next five years as previously projected, but the long-term forecast looks worse. Monday, DOE's Energy Information Administration increased its estimates of annual regional coal production for each of the next five years.

You'll have to TEVO the President tonight if you are near Annapolis

Tonight is the 18th Annual Maryland Environmental Legislative Summit, chock full of info about the legislative priorities of our lawmakers and the environmental community. Come and see where they intersect. The topics will include offshore wind, clean water, and more... all vital to sustainable living.  

Electric Vehicle news

According to Pike Research, the successful launch of plug-in electric vehicles greatly depends on the deployment of a robust residential and commercial network of charging equipment. This market is largely in its infancy, as many of the companies involved have been selling product for less than five years.

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