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EU Considers Dumping Biofuels While U.S. Continues to Bully Global South to Adopt Gene-Altered Crops
July 8, 2008 10:14 AM - , Organic Consumers Association
European Union energy ministers said at an informal meeting Saturday they had been labouring for 18 months under the false impression that an EU plan to fight global warming included an obligation to develop controversial biofuels. What seems to be a stunning misreading on the part of policymakers in Brussels comes at a time when the image of biofuels has shifted over a matter of a months from climate saviour to climate pariah.
Rare hydrogen producing microorganism may help unlock tomorrow's hydrogen economy
July 8, 2008 10:10 AM - Virginia Tech
An ancient organism from the pit of a collapsed volcano may hold the key to tomorrow's hydrogen economy. Scientists from across the world have formed a team to unlock the process refined by a billions-year old archaea. The U.S. Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute will expedite the research by sequencing the hydrogen-producing organism for comparative genomics.
90% Of Israeli Homes Have Solar Water Heaters
July 7, 2008 09:53 AM - , MetaEfficient
I recently noted that Hawaii has enacted a law that requires all new homes to install solar water heaters. Eventually, Hawaii may have as many water heaters as Israel, where 90% of homes have solar water heaters installed. When viewed from above, the Jerusalem often glitters with the shine of the thousands of solar heaters that adorn rooftops.
Retooling a Developed Economy’s Energy Base: Germany at the Head of the Class
July 7, 2008 09:09 AM - , Triple Pundit
Energy consumption in Germany dropped 5.6% - the equivalent of 18.5 tons of oil - in 2007 as its economy grew 2.5%, according to BP’s latest statistical review of world energy, illustrating that economic growth is possible while clean technology is put in place and alternative, renewable energy resources are developed.
Egyptian centre to push Middle East renewables
July 3, 2008 11:05 AM - , Science and Development Network
Egypt has established a US$30 million centre for renewable energy for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Greenville Injection Project Could Have Global Implications
July 3, 2008 10:36 AM - , Organic Consumers Association
A porous rock layer filled with saltwater that underlies much of the Midwest could permanently store half of the greenhouse gases released in the next century by industries in Ohio and neighboring states.
Freeze lifted on solar applications in West
July 3, 2008 09:40 AM - Reuters
The Bureau of Land Management on Wednesday said it reversed an earlier decision freezing solar project applications in six Western states and would accept new applications.
State workers in Utah shifting to 4-day week
July 2, 2008 11:18 AM - USA Today
Utah this summer will become what experts say is the first state to institute a mandatory four-day work week for most state employees, joining local governments across the nation that are altering schedules to save money, energy and resources. Gov. Jon Huntsman, a first-term Republican, says he's making the change to reduce the state's carbon footprint, increase energy efficiency, improve customer service and provide workers more flexibility.
World Bank approves climate funds before G8 summit
July 2, 2008 10:22 AM - Reuters
The World Bank on Tuesday agreed to establish two investment funds to help developing economies switch to clean-energy technologies to curb carbon emissions and help poor countries adapt to climate change.
Motorists brave Mexico border violence for fuel
July 2, 2008 09:45 AM - Reuters
U.S. motorists are risking rampant drug violence in Mexico to drive over the border and fill their tanks with cheap Mexican fuel, some even coming to blows over gas shortages and long queues. The gap between Mexico's subsidized gasoline and record U.S. prices has made it well worth making the trip.