Three Renewable Energy Bills Pass in California, Community Solar Bill Fails
The new bills extend net metering and solar hot water heating to organizations, and cap solar permit fees.
Organic Food Value Questioned in Stanford Study
Researchers question whether organic food is nutritionally superior, while ignoring many of the complex issues.
Keystone XL Route Changes Pay Lip Service to Environmental Concerns
The new route still puts Nebraska's most important water supply at risk.
Smart Meters Find Growing Support in Europe, Emerging Markets
With privacy and health concerns slowing US deployments, the focus is shifting to other markets.
US Moves Big Step Closer to Our Own Tar Sands
The first large-scale oil sands mine got the go-ahead from a Utah judge.
Capstone's iPad App Shows Savings From Renewable Energy
With a few keystrokes, users of the free App can glean potential energy savings in buildings by using solar, wind and microturbines.
Rising Star, Pro-Clean Energy Julian Castro Shines in Keynote Speech at DNC
The 37-year old mayor of San Antonio has already done much on renewable energy.
Robots Improve Solar Panel Efficiency
A new tracking system from QBotix could boost production of ground-mounted solar by 40%.
California Rekindles Geothermal Focus Amid Industry Uncertainty
Developers seek to spur new projects before the federal tax incentive expires next year.
Democratic Convention to Be Greenest, Most Open Yet
Green and live-streamed gavel to gavel; the platform emphasizes efficiency, renewable energy and addressing climate change as part of an "all of the above" approach.