A National Interstate Bike Highway? Is It Possible?
For the first time in 30 years, new routes have been approved for a national bicycle highway system.
Chicago Launches Green Building Retrofit Program
Chicago will retrofit 100 city buildings using private financing, including City Hall, police stations and schools.
Republicans Try Another Way to Keep Cherished Energy Hog Bulbs
Although the Bulb Bill was voted down in the House, Republicans voted to remove funding to enforce the law.
NYC's Empire State Building Is An Energy Star
The iconic building is wrapping up its $550M retrofit, achieving Energy Star certification.
Future for Carbon Capture from Coal Plants Looks Dimmer
Lack of US climate policy and the weak economy are behind American Electric Power's decision to shelve its commercial-scale carbon capture and sequestration project.
State Roundup: Record Year for CA Rooftop Solar; NH Veto Saves Carbon Trading; VA Transitioning to Clean Fuels Fleet
Almost 200 MW of rooftop PV installed in California last year: New Hampshire keep trading carbon thanks to Governor veto; Virginia Governor orders state to transition to clean fuels; Wind growing in West Virginia.
Italy's New Solar Subsidies Complex, But Robust
Italy's new feed-in tariffs for solar are stronger than others around the world, but much more complex.
Honda Achieves Zero Waste to Landfill in North America
Honda recycles or uses its waste for energy recovery for all but one-half of 1% of its waste.
New Energy Star Label Recognizes Cream of the Crop Appliances
Only about 5% of the most efficient appliances will qualify for the top performers label.
US Green Economy Has 2.7 Million Jobs
More people are employed by the green economy than in fossil fuels or bioscience.