The eventual goal of a national high-speed rail network is still moving forward, according to the Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. When he was speaking before a congressional committee earlier this week, he clarified that the administration is going to continue to invest in “its signature transportation project. We’re not … [continued]
The bicycle company ReCycle is getting close to releasing its first full run of 100% recycled aluminum bikes. In addition to the appeal of a bike created out of 100% recycled aluminum, the bike features some nice improvements that really help to make it stand out. Some of the … [continued]
Upsolar, a well known global solar manufacturer, and Greek company RSEnergy are teaming up on a 2 megawatt (MW) solar farm in Igoumenitsa, in Northwestern Greece. The new deal adds to Upsolar’s 55MW of solar energy located within the country since 2010. An Upsolar official is very keen they … [continued]
A new year on the horizon means the potential for change. If a group of bi-partisan politicians on Capital Hill in Washington have it their way, changes to the US tax code could help to boost renewable energy projects. Last week, Reuters reported that 29 Democrat and Republicans are proposing … [continued]
The East Anglia Offshore Wind (EAOW) could become the world’s largest offshore wind farm, if the plans which were recently submitted are approved and construction is completed. The plans were sent in for review to the National Infrastructure Directorate just several days ago. When there is enough wind to … [continued]
Other than our own stories, here’s some top cleantech, climate, and even fossil fuel news of the day: Solar Solar-Powered Prisons in California Represent Big Savings for Taxpayers: “Prisons are a necessary component of modern society, but even the most die-hard “get tough on crime” proponent doesn’t want to … [continued]
Modern electronics usually use a little bit of electricity while they are switched “off,” often for the sake of convenience so that you don’t have to set the time or retain settings or wait awhile for something to start up. However, the settings bit is unnecessary, as they can … [continued]
A group of researchers from Penn State University has uncovered a new issue for fracking, the natural gas drilling method that involves pumping a pressurized mix of water, chemicals, and other substances thousands of feet underground. Until now, one major focus of concern has been fracking water contamination from chemicals in the … [continued]
Here’s a pretty big opportunity some of you might be interested in: the chance to be invited to Abu Dhabi as VIP media in order to cover the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, which is January 13-17. (This is a big event: the organizers expect 30,000 people from 150 countries to attend … [continued]
Update: The conversation is over. Here’s a video of it: Want to hear what Energy Secretary Steven Chu and Senator Mark Udall (D-CO) think about the future of the US wind industry? Have questions you want to ask them? Today’s your opportunity. At 4pm ET on energy.gov/live, the two clean energy … [continued]
