It’s pretty easy to tell when the White House makes an important announcement, because I get a flood of statements in my inbox from nonprofit organizations, trade associations, major corporations, and friends. Numerous green organizations and associations sent over emails within the past few hours regarding Obama’s (i.e. the White … [continued]
According to Pike Research there are about 450 geothermal projects being developed around the world with a total estimated capacity of 18 GW. Sixty-four countries have geothermal projects scheduled for development, compared with just about thirty several years ago. An estimated 90% of the projects are conventional geothermal, which uses … [continued]
A first-of-its-kind requirement for solar power systems is going to be implemented in Lancaster, California. The requirement is that solar power systems be installed on all new single-family homes within the city. Furthermore, this announcement comes from a Republican mayor. All newly-built single-family homes within Lancaster will be required to … [continued]
Whether you are looking to save the planet or just a little money, going green is now easier than ever. However, with so many gadgets available on the market, it’s hard to know which products are truly green and which are just riding on the eco-friendly bandwagon. Here are nine new products which can … [continued]
Nearly half of all British consumers would be interested in switching to a green electricity supply as long as the cost was the same, a new survey conducted by Ipsos Mori has revealed. Out of those polled, however, only 2% have actually made the switch. The poll included 1,017 people, … [continued]
Electric vehicles are becoming more and more important to the future of a green planet Earth, with production and sales increasing worldwide. Vehicle manufacturers the world over are making electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles a priority, and adjunct companies focusing on recharging and distance calculations are popping up all … [continued]
The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) recently completed a mapping and assessment of hydrokinetic resources in continental U.S. rivers and found that these undeveloped resources could provide 3% of the nation’s annual use of electricity. The assessment is part of an Energy Department effort to assess U.S. hydrokinetic waterpower resources, … [continued]
The Mayor’s Council on Pipeline Safety takes up an issue that poses both catastrophic and chronic threats to public and environmental health and safety. New hyper sensitive mobile gas-sniffing devices may give them the tool they need.
The “Transportation Funding Crisis” was just recently brought to my attention. While conducting some research, I was startled to find congress pondering a “novel” new tax. So what is this “crisis?” Currently the U.S. federal government spends $78 million a year to keep the national highway system in working order, … [continued]
China electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD is looking to increase its share in the global EV market. Autoblog Green notes BYD is targeting a total of 8,000 light EV plug-ins sold for 2013, over four times the amount sold in 2012 when 1,700 units were purchased. Meanwhile, bus sales are also expected … [continued]
