Eastern U.S. Could Benefit from High-Altitude Wind Power
New study shows that jet streams over the U.S. eastern seaboard and in East Asia are best suited for future energy development.
Biofuel Demo Flight Improved Fuel Efficiency
Continental Airlines said January test flight showed slight increase in fuel efficiency and much better carbon life cycle.
Poet Cellulosic Plant To Be Partially Powered by Waste Material
Company is testing an anaerobic digester that will produce methane from waste liquid, which will be burned for power.
Maxwell, ISE To Cooperate on Hybrid Systems for Buses and Trucks
Strategic alliance to focus on developing energy storage systems for heavy-duty vehicles.
BioteQ Named One of Canada's Top 50 Most Socially Responsible Corporations
Company treats industrial wastewater that is contaminated with dissolved metals and sulphate.
Weekly Clean Energy Roundup: June 24, 2009
Clean Energy Emphasized at the Americas Energy & Climate Symposium DOE: $8B for Advanced Vehicle Technologies DOE: $453M for Weatherization DOE: $49M for Clean Energy in Michigan, Iowa Offshore Wind Power Leases Issued for Delaware, NJ Coasts Demand Response Could Cut U.S. Peak Power Demand 20% Copenhagen Report: "Climate Inaction is Inexcusable" Clean Energy Emphasized at the Americas Energy and Climate Symposium Energy efficiency and renewable energy were the major focus of energy ministers and other government leaders from throughout the Americas last week, as they converged in Lima, Peru, for the Americas Energy and Climate Symposium. U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced a Low Carbon Communities Program, which will assist countries in developing energy efficiency and renewable energy programs that will reduce the carbon footprint of their urban communities. DOE will partner with participating countries to develop building energy standards and to adopt modern urban planning strategies, including transit-oriented development. DOE will provide technical assistance and limited funding to help achieve those goals. Energy leaders also announced the development of a Regional Energy Efficiency Center, supported by Peru, and a Regional Wind Center, supported by Mexico. The symposium was the first major energy event after the Summit of the […]
U.S. Issues Landmark Climate Report
Report stresses coast-to-coast effects of climate change and the need for action.
Obama Administration Links Up with Western Governors
Senior administration officials announce major renewable energy initiatives at Western Governors' meeting.
Hybrid American Chestnut Trees Have Superior Carbon Capture Potential
Hybrid version of the once-numerous species grow faster than other hardwoods, according to a new study.
Strong RES Would Create 850,000 Manufacturing Jobs – Report
The Blue Green Alliance released a report tracking the job creation benefits that would accompany a 25% renewable energy standard.