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Weekly Clean Energy Roundup:July 7, 2004

*News and Events Honda Unveils the Hybrid-Electric Accord Rhode Island Sets Renewable Energy Requirements L.A. Aims to Meet California’s Renewable Energy Requirements USDA Awards Grants for Wind and Solar Energy Projects New York State Awards $15 Million for Clean Energy Projects Construction Starts on Grid-Connected Superconducting Cable *Site NewsUMass Lowell Solar Energy Engineering Program*Energy ConnectionsU.S. Greenhouse Emissions Increased Moderately in 2003 ———————————————————————————News and Events ———————————————————————————Honda Unveils the Hybrid-Electric AccordAmerican Honda released the first images of its 2005 Accord V6 Hybrid last week, and although it may not look much different, the new vehicle packs a lot of technology under its hood. Using what Honda is calling a “next-generation hybrid powertrain,” the new vehicle delivers more than 240 horsepower. It also takes advantage of the electric motor’s high torque at low speeds, delivering “near-peak torque” across the engine’s entire operating range, according to Honda. The Accord Hybrid will be Honda’s first vehicle to incorporate Variable Cylinder Management technology, which deactivates three of the six cylinders during cruising and deceleration. Honda claims the Accord Hybrid will deliver more power and performance than the current Accord V6, while achieving the fuel economy of a four-cylinder Civic. The new Accord Hybrid goes on sale […]

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Renewable Energy Incubator Launches in Rochester, NY

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), High Tech Rochester, Greater Rochester Enterprise (GRE), and Rochester Institute of Technology, announced the formation today of the Renewable Energy Network of Entrepreneurs in Western New York (RENEW NY). RENEW NY is a collaborative effort focused on identifying, incubating and creating renewable energy companies in Western New York. The incubator's goal is to create a cluster of renewable energy companies in Western New York, defined as the geographic region west of Interstate 81, including the areas of Syracuse, Binghamton, Ithaca, Corning, Rochester and Buffalo. One of its primary goals is to market these firms to other companies throughout New York State, both for potential partnership opportunities and for business transactions. It will also assist firms in reaching out to a broader audience out of state. The incubator will create a catalogue of renewable energy companies and resources in the region and establish an inventory of all the clean-energy intellectual property available in the area. It will also match entrepreneurs with seed capital; assist with grants; provide coaching, mentoring, education and training; offer networking opportunities; and raise overall awareness of renewable energy companies in Western New York. Rochester is not the […]

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Timberland Begins US to Revitalize Communities

The Timberland Company (NYSE: TBL) will kick off an innovative grassroots community revitalization tour of U.S. cities, the "Community Builders Tour" on July 24. The tour begins in Philadelphia and travel to major U.S. cities throughout the remainder of this year. "At Timberland, we're about more than the rugged boots we've made for 30 years. We believe that companies have the power and the responsibility to effect positive and lasting change in the world," said Jeffrey Swartz, president and CEO. Known for its commitment to employee volunteering, hundreds of volunteers will renovate parks and schoolyards, cultivate community gardens and re-build playgrounds. Service projects will be tailored to the needs of each particular community. Each service day will end with a celebration featuring live entertainment and information about local community organizations. "Our mission with the Community Builders Tour is to build meaningful relationships and create excitement around the idea of serving your community to create lasting, positive change that will endure well after the tour has left town," said Swartz. Learn about the tour and register to volunteer at: http://www.communitybuilderstour.com or by calling 877-INFO-CBT. Timberland is a global leader in the design, engineering and marketing of premium-quality footwear, apparel and accessories […]

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