Google.org Expands Core Initiatives
Internet giant reveals more plans for philanthropy; announces new grants and investments
DOE to Invest $30M on Plug-In Hybrid Technology
DOE also partners with the State of Michigan and industry to advance vehicle technologies
Massachusetts Senate Passes Energy Bill
Bill prioritizing energy efficiency and renewable energy heads to committee for compromise
San Francisco Mayor Issues Roadmap to a Greener City
SForward identifies six policy areas--renewable and efficient energy, clean transportation, green buildings, urban forest, zero waste, and environmental justice
Japan Follows Europe by Tapping Offshore Wind for Power
Japan is planning a network of offshore wind farms to tap into the gales of the Pacific Ocean
Coal Industry Plugs Into the Campaign
A group backed by the coal industry and its utility allies is waging a $35 million campaign in primary and caucus states to rally public support for coal-fired electricity
Raser and Merrill Lynch Agree to Financing Program
Merrill Lynch to finance development of Raser's geothermal power plants
GE Says 2007 Wind Revenue Tops $4B
GE Energy installed over 2.3 gigawatts of wind capacity in 2007
BioFuel Reports Construction Delay
Company announces the start-up of its first two facilities will be delayed by about 3 months
Western GeoPower to Start Drilling
Company plans eight geothermal wells at proven California site