Lithium Battery Maker Boston Power Raises $125 Million
The company will retain its strategic operations in the US, but will manufacture in China.
Walgreens Installs Solar Across Ohio, Duane Reade Electrifies NYC Truck Fleet
Walgreens is installing 90 solar systems throughout Ohio; Duane Reade is buying Smith Electric medium-duty electric trucks.
Major Investors Commit to Platform That Connects Them With Mission-Oriented Businesses
Companies are rated for their environmental and social impact, making it easier for mission-oriented investors to put their money to work in high impact businesses.
Most Multinationals Now Have Climate Strategies
The majority of US companies are taking action on climate change, despite absence of mandatory rules.
Energy Efficiency Loans Are Low-Risk With Large Potential
A review of 24 energy efficiency loan programs finds extremely low default rates ranging from 0-3%.
Senate Bill Would Level Playing Field for Algae Biofuels
Bipartisan bill would reform the Renewable Fuels Standard to include algae.
Organic Farming Outperforms Conventional Practices in 30-Year Study
Rodale released the results of the longest running side-by-side comparison of organic and conventional farming practices.
Largest US Foodservice Distributor Commits to Sustainable Seafood
Sysco will sell only responsibly-sourced seafood by 2015.
US Patent Office Fast-Tracks Controversial CBS EcoAds
Numerous watchdog groups call the program greenwashing.
Siemens Turns Its Back on Nuclear Energy
Siemens announced it will no longer be involved in managing or building nuclear plants.