Here’s a short summary of some of the ecological accomplishments of this year’s 85th Academy Awards related to energy, waste management, paper products and food.

If we develop the right kind of alternative fuels for our vehicles–clean, sustainable, low-carbon fuels, or advanced biofuels—we can reduce oil dependency.

Natural Resources Defense Council takes a look at whether California can continue to have a successful history with efficiency, making it the second largest resource meeting their electric needs.

Natural Resources Defense Council talks about how the extension of the production tax credit is bringing wind energy jobs back.

Natural Resources Defense Council talks about East New York’s Gateway Elton affordable housing complex is made even more affordable with solar.

Natural Resources Defense Council reflects on Steven Chu’s legacy at the Department of Energy and what he did for clean energy and efficiency.

Natural Resources Defense Council reports on a group of smaller, single-family homes that share gardens and amenities that would occupy more land if duplicated for each individual house.

Natural Resources Defense Council reports on how New York’s new Green Bank is a Triple Crown for the clean energy economy.

Natural Resources Defense Council reports on how the California city of Lancaster has focused on making walkability a priority for residents.

Natural Resources Defense Council talks about how the fiscal cliff deal serves as a foundation for a better clean energy future.