FDC Bans Chlorofluorocarbons in Inhalers
Used as a propellant in some inhalers, CFCs deplete the ozone layer
Stanford Tops Schools, Offers Best Green MBA
The Beyond Grey Pinstripes survey ranks business schools based on how well MBA programs incorporate social, environmental and ethical issues into the training of future business executives.
Development Stage Biofuels, Green Chemistry Companies to Go Public
Mascoma's yeast eliminates the need for costly enzymes in biofuels production; Elevance Renewable Sciences turns plant-based oils into high value green chemicals.
Big Wind Farm Opens in Colorado But Offshore Lake Erie Project Shelved
A 250 MW wind farm is completed in Colorado, but high costs shelve the first offshore wind project in the Great Lakes.
Nation's First Zero-Energy Multifamily Community Opens
It demonstrates that cutting edge green building technologies are not only possible, but scalable, for mainstream housing production.
S. Korean Electronics Giant LG to Invest $7 Billion in Green Business
The company will invest in electric vehicle batteries, lighting, solar PV and water treatment.
Green Chemistry Company Turns Ocean Trash into Plastic Bottles
Until now, most thought the plastic in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch couldn't be recycled, but Method has found a way.
Jinko Solar Dump Toxic Waste, Apologizes
Jinko Solar promises to clean up toxic waste after protestors storm
World Energy Use Will Grow by 53%, Led by China and India
Renewable energy will grow faster, but fossil fuels still remain dominant.
Japan to Install Wind Turbines off Fukushima Coast
In the wake of this year's nuclear disaster, Japan wants to be world leader in offshore wind.