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DENVER | Utility aims for zero carbon emission from electric power

DENVER | Utility aims for zero carbon emission from electric power

DENVER— A utility serving 3.6 million electricity customers in eight states said Tuesday it will try to eliminate all its carbon emissions from electrical generation by 2050.

Xcel Energy CEO Ben Fowke acknowledged that not all the technologies the company needs to meet that goal are available yet on a commercial scale, but he said he is encouraged by advances in clean energy technology.

“If we…

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Congress, Don't Stop States from Labeling GMO's!

www.thepetitionsite.com/706/687/058/congress-dont-stop-states-from-labeling-gmos/ Vermont is set to become the first state to require labeling identifying food that contains GMO ingredients - but some lawmakers in Congress want to take away the ability of individual states to require this labeling! Ask Congress to kill this bill and let the people decide if they want to know about GMOs in their food. Maine and Connecticut are the only US states that have passed GMO labeling laws, though their proposals would only go into effect if surrounding states also pass similar laws. GMO labeling is required in 64 countries, including the European Union. The US Department of Agriculture voiced concerns over the devastating environmental effects of GMOs. And a recent study found that global classification of GMO foods is fundamentally flawed and “has failed miserably” at protecting public health. Tell Congress to stop meddling and allow voters to decide whether GMO labeling is appropriate for their states! www.thepetitionsite.com/706/687/058/congress-dont-stop-states-from-labeling-gmos/