The Sierra Club is getting a big boost in its effort to shut down coal-fired power plants. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is supporting the organization's efforts with a donation of $50 million. The plants produce nearly half the nation's electricity. But they also pump out lots of pollution that contributes to climate change, makes people sick and causes premature deaths.
Mayor Bloomberg Donates $50 Million To Sierra Club
Thu, July 21, 2011 9:17am
Story by Elizabeth Shogren
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