New economy
As we keep producing and consuming ever-increasing quantities of “stuff,” a growing number of people are asking: Can we create an economy that values our environment and the quality of our lives over growth at any cost?
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Expanding recycling in Houston to multi-family properties
Investing in the Promise of Clean Energy
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Fixed for the Holidays
Fixed for the Holidays
Water Resource Restoration Program – Bill Memo
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Build Back Better Act to supercharge clean energy growth in Texas
On Friday, November 19th, the US House of Representatives passed the Build Back Better Act (H.R. 5376). Although the legislation still faces a number of challenges as it moves through the senate, this is a monumental step towards reducing pollution, investing in renewable energy, cleaning up toxic sites, and protecting our lands, waters and wildlife.
Consumer advice: electricity prices
Large scale power outages and energy shortages across the state from this week’s winter storm have caused wholesale electricity prices to rise more than 10,000 percent, leaving many Texans wondering if their electricity bills will increase, too. TexPIRG Education Fund and Environment Texas Research and Policy Center jointly released a guide Friday with tips to help consumers understand their electric bills, assess their situations and agree on payment plans with their electric providers.
Will my electric bill go up?
As freezing temperatures rock the Texas power grid, electricity prices are surging. Will your bill go up? We have answers.
