Daimler Plans Electric Smart Car for 2010
Daimler chief executive discussed the carmakers plans for electric- and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
NY Adopts New Energy-Efficiency and Net-Metering Initiatives
Energy Efficiency Portfolio aims to reduce electricity use 15% by 2015. Net metering law expanded for residential and commericial customers with renewable energy systems.
Aggressive Climate-Change Bill Introduced
New bill introduced in the House aims for 80% reductions in emissions through strong cap-and-trade system.
Germany, EU On Pace to Meet Kyoto Obligations
The European Union is on track to meet its 8% emissions reduction target, but increased coal use could derail progress.
Canada Sued For Failing to Meet Kyoto Obligations
Friends of the Earth Canada has brought a suit against the nation's conservative government for ignoring it's binding agreement to pursue set greenhouse gas emissions cuts.
20 Solutions to Global Warming
New report by Environment America highlights 20 local and federal initiatives that could be employed on a larger scale to solve the climate-change crisis.
Information Technology Can Cut Global Emissions 15% by 2020 – Report
New report says monitoring and maximizing energy efficiency could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to that of China or the U.S.
What Happened to McCain on Climate Change?
Senator McCain turned his attention to energy this week and demonstrated that as president, his energy policy will mirror that of current administration.
First Congressional Hearing on Obstacles to Wind Power
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee heard testimony on the difficulties of building transmission lines to carry wind power to the grid.
Waste Heat From Polysilicon Production To Be Used for Malt
Hoku Scientific will send heated water to neighboring facility for malt production in closed loop cycle.