EPA Air Quality Assessment Identifies High-Risk Neighborhoods
Nearly 600 U.S. neighborhoods have elevated risks of developing cancer from air pollutants.
Experimental Farm Increases Ecosystem Services – Study
Mix of food and biofuel crops is a model for reducing environmental impact and providing renewable energy.
Unions Leaning on Solar Power Developers
Labor unions accused of exploiting environmental laws to gain negotiating edge with developers.
Ford, Nissan, Tesla To Receive $8B in Fed Loans
President Obama announced the first round of loans made under the DOE's Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program.
Showa Shell, Saudi Aramco to Develop Saudi Solar Projects
Long-range plans call for a joint venture to develop off-grid systems in the Middle East, Latin America and other developing regions.
GE's Finance Arm is Waiting on DOE
GE Energy Financial Services is lining up renewable energy projects, but won't move until feds clarify loan guarantees.
GCL-Poly Acquires Major Chinese Polysilicon Producer
Cash and equity deal worth more than US$3 billion.
McDonald's Highlights Sustainable Farming in Europe
Flagship Farms initiative aims to raise awareness of best farming practices.
U.S. Commerce Department Lays Groundwork for Smart Grid
National Institute of Standards and Technology released a report proposing priorities for developing technical standards for a U.S. Smart Grid.
DOE Makes First Efficiency Grants to Michigan, Iowa
States granted combined $48 million under State Energy Program of the Recovery Act.