Solar News: Notable Projects in California, Massachusetts
SolarWorld's panels will bring electricity to 1000 low income families, Suntech gets 28 MW order, and Mass. gets a 4.5 MW system.
Green Chemicals Company Genomatica Announces $100 Million IPO
The San Diego-based company makes petroleum alternatives to industrial chemicals.
Green Scissors Brings Left and Right Together on Deficit Reduction
This year's report, supported by left and right-leaning groups, would eliminate subsidies that harm the environment.
Gap Meets Target, Pledges Even Deeper Emissions Cuts
After cutting GHG emissions 20%, it says it will double down by 2015
Campbell Soup, Darden Restaurants Install Solar Systems
Campbell installs a 9.8MW system, Darden's is 1.1 MW, the largest in Florida.
Nation's Leading Environmental NGOs, Unions, NY Times Call for Denial of Tar Sands Pipeline Permit
Environmental leaders sent a letter to President Obama today, the NY Times and major unions also call for denying the permit.
Ford, Toyota Collaborate on Hybrid Drive For Trucks, SUVs
They plan to bring next-generation technology to the market faster and more affordably by working together.
$745 Million Will Bring Amtrak to World Class Speeds, Fastest in America
Upgrades between Trenton, NJ and NYC will allow for speeds of 185 mph.
Neptune Wind Wants to Build Massachusett's Second Offshore Wind Farm
Neptune Wind intends to build a 500 MW offshore wind farm about 20 nautical miles south of the Massachusetts/Rhode Island border.
Norwegian Cruise Lines Creates Industry-First Carbon Offsets Program
Guests on the cruise line will have the option of offsetting the emissions associated with their vacation.