US CO2 Emissions Fell 7% in 2009
Economic downturn combined with energy efficiency trends led to an 'exceptional' drop in emissions.
DOE Announces Grants for the Industrial Energy Efficiency
Funding given for transformational industrial processes and technologies.
Environmental Groups Demand Action In Wake of Gulf Spill
UCS says boosting fuel economy to 42 miles per gallon by 2020 would save more oil every day than 40 BP gulf oil spills.
Gulf Spill Reveals Hidden Costs of Fossil Fuels
Addiction to fossil fuels means not much is likely to change following oil spill disaster.
Abengoa Begins Operation of 50MW Concentrating Solar Power Plant
Company says new plant validates technology planned for California and Arizona.
Siemens, GE Launch New Wind Power Offerings
Siemens introduces direct drive turbine; GE offers full service agreement.
Joule Raises $30M for Renewable Diesel
Company aims to make diesel from sunlight and waste CO2.
EDF EN Canada Expands Ownership of Montreal Wind Developer
Saint-Laurent Energies is developing 954 MW of wind power for utility Hydro-Quebec.
EPA Proposes First-Ever Coal Ash Rules
EPA is requesting public comment on two differing approaches to regulations.
NYSERDA Awards $11M for 25 Innovative Projects
Funding to help commercialize cutting-edge renewable energy and energy storage projects.