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AB 32 and You How California’s Global Warming Solutions Act Delivers Smart Solutions to Californians Fact Sheet: With its implementation of the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, also known as A.B. 32, California is leading the country in its effort to curb global warming.
Senate Shows Growing Support for Global Warming Controls but Fails to Pass Bill
Overview: The global warming crisis is at a tipping point. To stave off the worst effects of global warming, the United States must quickly pass strong legislation including a mandatory cap on emissions of carbon dioxide and other heat-trapping pollutants.
California Clean Car Law Prevails over Big Auto Challenge Landmark law restricting global warming pollution from cars upheld in court, but EPA quickly denies CA authority to legislate. Overview: A landmark law restricting global warming pollution from cars is upheld in court.
A Golden Opportunity: California’s Solutions for Global Warming California's Solutions for Global Warming Report: The landmark California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, also known as AB 32, is the most ambitious global warming solutions law in the nation. The state’s next step: putting in place the specific measures that will bring emissions levels back to 1990 levels by 2020 to meet AB 32’s limit. This June 2007 report describes how California is protecting the state from global warming pollution while growing its economy and encouraging the innovative clean technology industry.

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Solving Global Warming
Overview: A four-point action plan that will drastically cut U.S. global warming pollution.
Global Warming: A Roundtable Discussion
Interview: On this page experts from NRDC and beyond talk about why global warming is such a pressing problem and what we can do to solve it. Listen to their various perspectives and then join the fight. [Audio]
How to Reduce Your Energy Consumption
Guide: Energy efficiency and renewable energy represent the fastest, cleanest and least expensive ways to reduce our electricity use -- and our dependence on oil. Here, some tips on doing just that, for both individuals and businesses -- along with links to other resources that will help you conserve even more.
Efficient Appliances Save Energy -- and Money Consumers get lower utility bills, and we all get a cleaner environment. Guide: Energy efficient appliances are good for consumers and the environment. They won't solve our energy problems by themselves, but there are many reasons why they are a step in the right direction.