First Hybrid Locomotives Sold in North America
Bombardier Transportation has signed contracts with New Jersey Transit and the transportation agency of Montreal for locomotives capable of running on diesel and electricity.
GM, Ford, Toyota and Others Launch EcoDriving Campaign
Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers campaign aims to educate drivers on practices that can save gas and reduce emissions.
U.S. Climate Scientists Call for Investment to Protect Economy
Eight scientific organizations urged the next U.S. president to double spending on tools that will allow for more accurate weather prediction; say $2 trillion in economic output is at risk.
California Bill Would Curb Sprawl To Fight Climage Change
California state legislature is expected to pass the nation's first law to curb urban sprawl in an attempt to reduce greenhouse gases.
Weekly Investor Round Up
Big deals announced in the solar industry: Suniva, SunEdison, Q-Cells, Applied Materials and others.
Solar Thin Films, Ameiio Solar Form Strategic Alliance
Solar Thin Films will market and sell CIGS technology developed by Amelio Solar.
Blue Sun Biodiesel Makes Inc. 500 List
Listing recognizes Blue Sun as the fastes grow U.S. biodiesel company and the tenth-fastest growing privately held energy company.
Yingli Green Energy To Build First Solar Power Plant
10 MW plant in Beijing would be first solar plant built and owned by the solar manufacturer.
Hyundai To Release Hybrid in 2010
Korean car maker is planning a hybrid version of the Sonata that will utilize lithium-ion batteries.
Environment America Endorses Obama
Environmental group says the November election is a chance to change the course of events for the natural world and the health of Americans.