Weekly Clean Energy Roundup:March 22, 2006

News and Events DOE and EPA Honor Energy Star Partners Low Premiums Increase Sales for Utility Green Power Leaders New Wisconsin Energy Act Boosts Efficiency and Renewable Power World’s Largest Biodiesel Plant Slated for Indiana Hydrogen Fueling Stations Moving Ahead in California New Lexus Hybrid Sedan Emphasizes Performance Over Efficiency Energy ConnectionsDOE Report Raises Concerns About China’s Energy Needs News and EventsDOE and EPA Honor Energy Star PartnersEnergy Secretary Samuel Bodman and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Stephen Johnson honored 67 businesses, groups, and government entities last night for their accomplishments and leadership in the Energy Star program. The 67 organizations have achieved major energy savings or are helping consumers to save energy, and the top awardees include the Whirlpool Corporation, General Electric Company, Osram Sylvania, Gorell Windows and Doors, Precision Entry Inc., The Home Depot, the Maytag Corporation, Lowe’s Corporation, the Sierra Pacific Power Company, and Sears, Roebuck and Company. See the DOE and EPA press releases and the full list of awardees.The Energy Star program was formed in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce air pollution through increased energy efficiency. In partnership with DOE, EPA works to offer businesses and consumers new ways to save energy […]

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