Government/Politics
280 Most Profitable U.S. Corporations Shelter Half Their Profits from Taxes
According to a report by Citizens for Tax Justice, 280 Most Profitable U.S. Corporations Shelter Half Their Profits from Taxes.
Press Release dated November 3, 2011:
Report: 280 Most Profitable U.S. Corporations Shelter Half Their Profits from Taxes;
Thirty Companies Paid Less Than Zero in Taxes In The Last Three Years
Eco-oil Country?
Six Green leaders in Red States
They may not be preaching to the choir, but the following green advocates have paved the way for pragmatic, eco-friendly efforts in traditionally conservative states.
It seems unlikely that there would be a growing green movement in Houston, Texas, the heart of American oil country.
Government's New E-Waste Strategy Not Strong Enough, Experts Say
Government's New E-Waste Strategy Not Strong Enough, Experts Say
Mayor Annise Parker Receives 2011 Mayors' Climate Protection Award
United States Conference of Mayors Names Mayor Annise Parker as First Place Winner for 2011 Mayors’ Climate Protection Award
Houston, TX: Mayor Annise Parker has been selected as the nation’s top winner for large cities in the 2011 Mayors’ Climate Protection Awards, an initiative sponsored by The U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Money and Democracy Update
Just in from: Public Citizen
a newsletter about the movement to curb corporate influence in politics and restore our democracy
Issue #51 • March 4, 2011
Press Release
Statewide Funding Now Available to Retrofit Texas School Buses
Application deadline extended to May 31
Is League City By-passing Environmental Concerns?
Is League City By-passing Environmental Concerns?
April 2010
By: Kim Osborne
League City is proposing a FM 518 bypass which will create dangerous walking situations for school children and destroy a nature preserve, wetlands and a bird sanctuary.
This area of wetlands is a refuge for local wildlife and is one of the areas that make League City a desirable place to live. There are several endangered or threatened species that will be affected in this area. The Brown Pelican, 4 kinds of hawks… the list goes on.
Solar Power: Calling All Houston Business Leaders
Calling All Houston Business Leaders
Texas has what it takes to be the national leader in solar power. We have the most solar radiation in the country, are home to the world's largest supplier of solar-grade silicon, and we're innovators in the high-tech industry.
