Hybrids, Electric Cars Are Too Quiet, says DOT
The Department of Transportation is proposing a rule that requires these cars to emit sounds at slow speeds.
Electric Motorcycles Get Charge From Fiscal Cliff Deal
Electric motorcycles are rising in popularity and could become an export market for the US.
Amazing Design For Underwater Hotels
Could this be a global warming design? The Water Discus concept is modular, so it can be adapted to different environments or moved if conditions change.
Methane Leaks From Natural Gas Production Higher Than Anticipated
The research raises even more questions on the usefulness of natural gas as a bridge fuel from coal.
Apple's Wind Turbine Patent Reveals Unique Design
In a rare move, Apple filed a patent for a wind turbine, which purportedly solves the problem of intermittency.
How Will Clean Energy Fare in Upcoming Sequestation, Spending Cuts Fight?
The Department of Energy is a prime target for spending cuts, from clean energy research to energy codes.
Chicago Shifts Bicycling Into High Gear
The city is building out 645 miles of bike lanes that will run through all its neighborhoods.
Renewable Portfolio Standards Key to US Clean Energy Growth
The majority of renewable energy projects in the US are in states that have mandatory Renewable Portfolio Standards.
Want Higher Energy Efficiency? Use Well-Targeted Incentives
In a testimony to the Senate, ACEEE discussed its analysis of how efficiency incentives need to be structured to be most effective.
World's Protected Areas Shelter Humans From Climate Change Impacts
The world's protected areas, now the size of Russia, are an important buffer to climate change.