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Google Says to Help Green Technologies Amass Scale - 2008-02-08
Google Inc is prepared to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in big commercial alternative-energy projects that traditionally have had trouble getting financing, the executive in charge of its green-energy push said on Wednesday.

Michelin Invests $6.8M In R&D To Further Reduce Tire-Related Energy Consumption - 2008-02-08
Michelin is investing $6.8 million in a research and development project focused on further improving vehicle fuel economy by reducing tire rolling resistance.

Finance Chiefs Urge Support for Clean Energy Fund - 2008-02-08
The finance chiefs of the United States, Britain and Japan on Thursday urged other governments to join their efforts to launch a multibillion-dollar fund to help developing countries switch to clean energy technologies.

BP's ARCO to Pay US$187 Million for Cleanup - 2008-02-08
BP Plc's s Atlantic Richfield (ARCO) unit has agreed to pay US$187 million to finance a cleanup of the Clark Fork River, a well-known Montana trout stream, under a settlement announced by the Justice Department and Environmental Protection agency Thursday.

Clean Sky Initiative Plans to Green European Planes - 2008-02-07
The European Union and aircraft industry unveiled the Clean Sky program this week, committing $2.3 billion (£1.6 billion) to develop cleaner and quieter airplane technology.

Wal-Mart to Introduce Four Class 8 HPDI LNG Trucks Into Service in California - 2008-02-06
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. will introduce four liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuelled Peterbilt 386 trucks equipped with Westport Innovations’s HPDI LNG system and Cummins ISX engines into service at its distribution center in Apple Valley, California.

Study Suggests That, Unlike in the ’70s, Energy Lessons Will Last - 2008-02-05
What makes today different from the 1970s is growing apprehension about global warming as a threat to political security and the environment, according to the report. That is pushing governments to demand, and subsidize, greater use of alternative energy.

Banks Set Emissions Standard for US Power Sector - 2008-02-05
Three Wall Street banks said on Monday they will set environmental standards that factor in risks posed by carbon-emissions when lending to power companies that seek to build coal-fired power plants.

Alstom Unveils Prototype 224 MPH AGV Train and Its First Customer - 2008-02-05
The AGV consumes 15% less energy than its main competitors, according to Alstom. The AGV emits 2.2 grams of CO2 per passenger km, 13 times less than a bus (30 grams), 50 times less than a car (115 grams) and 70 times less than a plane (153 grams), based on the rate of CO2 emissions per kWh of electricity produced in France.

Study: N.C. utilities should fund $400M in energy projects - 2008-02-04
N.C. utilities need to spend about $400 million over the next 10 years on major transmission projects to keep pace with the growing demand for power in the state, according to a new study released this week.

Groups Sue to Block Alaska Oil Drilling Plan - 2008-02-04
Environmental groups sued the Bush administration on Thursday to stop plans to allow oil and natural gas drilling in the icy Chukchi Sea off Alaska, which they claim will endanger polar bears.

Dutch Gas Guzzler Tax Hammers Exclusive Cars - 2008-02-04
Buying a Hummer just became 19,000 euros (US$28,000) more expensive in the Netherlands

New Report Finds Growing Interest In Green Investing - 2008-02-04
Investing in the environment is rich soil to till, reports a survey released by Allianz Global Investors. Almost half of those surveyed said that in the next year they are likely to invest in a company or fund that is proactive on environmental issues.

French Pesticide Ban Hits Major Listed Firms - 2008-02-04
France's decision to ban the sale of more than 1,500 pesticides in the country from Feb. 1 applies to some of the world's biggest chemical producers, the farm ministry said on Friday.

Southern Methodist to Launch Sustainable Design Degree Program - 2008-02-04
Bringing together leaders from industry, government and academia, SMU is working to develop an advanced degree program in sustainable design that combines ideas from engineering, architecture and technology into a forward-looking Master's degree program.

Wal-Mart Packaging Scorecard Begins Today - 2008-02-01
Wal-Mart begins using a scorecard today that will rate its suppliers' progress on making product packaging more sustainable.

Calif. Crafts Path to Greener Chemistry - 2008-02-01
Through more than 800 ideas, the California Environmental Protection Agency hopes to encourage the state to create the country's first comprehensive chemical policy.

New 'Green' Energy from Dirty Sources - 2008-01-31
Wall Street has piled billions into solar panels, wind farms, and other alternatives to oil and gas, but many investors also see big opportunities in making better use of older, dirtier energy sources

California Asks EPA to Regulate Machine Emissions - 2008-01-30
California officials Monday called on the US Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from industrial machines that they say emit as much carbon dioxide as 40 million cars.

High Oil Prices Boost Energy Efficiency - Report - 2008-01-30
High oil prices have spurred countries to use energy more efficiently, a report by an energy industry group said, but the authors say concerted government action is still needed to encourage less waste.

Austin Joins Growing Network of LED Cities to Promote and Deploy Energy-Efficient Lighting Technology - 2008-01-30
Austin Energy, the Nation's 10th Largest Community-Owned Electric Utility, Expands Rebate Program to Include LED Lighting

US DOE and State of Hawaii Sign Agreement to Increase Renewable Energy Technologies in Hawaii - 2008-01-29
The partnership aims to put Hawaii on a path to supply 70% of its energy needs using clean energy by 2030, which could reduce 72% of Hawaii’s current crude oil consumption.

Bill would give utilities conservation targets, incentives - 2008-01-28
The amendments, contained in HB 305, would require utilities to invest in new technologies and programs to achieve, by 2020, a cumulative savings in electric consumption equal to at least 10 percent of 2005 total retail kilowatt-hour sales to New Mexico customers. Utilities would have to achieve at least 5 percent savings by 2014.

EPA Expected to Lose Calif Emissions Suit - Documents - 2008-01-25
The US Environmental Protection Agency figured it would lose a lawsuit filed by California if the agency turned down the state's request to toughen vehicle emissions standards to fight global warming, according to documents released on Wednesday.

Westport to supply LNG fuel systems through new assembly centre in British Columbia - 2008-01-25
Under an exclusive agreement with Westport Innovations Inc., Kenworth will use Westport's LNG fuel system technology adapted for the Cummins ISX-15-liter engine.

Wal-Mart Announces Next Steps in its Green Evolution - 2008-01-25
CEO Lee Scott outlined additional steps the world's largest retailer wants to take to improve its environmental footprint in a speech Wednesday. That includes strengthening environmental, social and ethical standards for its suppliers, some of whom could be paid more if they meet Wal-Mart's wishes.

Chrysler Executive Says Fuels Key to Success - 2008-01-24
Research and development in fuel alternatives for gasoline should be the auto industry's top priority, even in a weakened economy, and even if it means companies delay expanding or other expensive strategic decisions, the president of Chrysler LLC said on Tuesday.

Biotech Critics Challenging Monsanto GMO Sugar Beet - 2008-01-24
Opponents of biotech crops said on Wednesday they were filing a lawsuit to challenge the USDA's deregulation of Monsanto Co's genetically engineered sugar beet because of fears of "biological contamination" and other harm to the environment.

European Commission Proposes Plans for 20% Cut in GHG Emissions and 20% Use of Renewable Power by 2020 - 2008-01-23
The European Commission has proposed a detailed set of plans to implement the vision put forward in 2007 of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 20% and being ready to step up to 30% with an international agreement; and to produce 20% of power from renewable sources by 2020.

Hologram prince hails new money for alternative energy - 2008-01-22
He welcomed an announcement by Abu Dhabi of an investment of $15bn of new money immediately, and far more later, into alternative energy projects including wind, solar, and carbon capture technologies.

First-of-Kind Nationwide Survey Finds Investors Focusing on the Environment - 2008-01-22
71% of investors classify environmental technology companies a "buy"

Lockheed Expands Into Energy Conservation Market - 2008-01-22
Lockheed Martin is expanding its business operations beyond military applications to capture a chunk of the private energy-management market.

British Gas Chief Says EU Must Make Polluters Pay - 2008-01-18
Lawmakers must act now to end a scheme that has handed billions of euros in windfall profits to Europe's biggest polluters, the chief executive of British Gas owner Centrica said on Thursday.

EU to Stick to Climate Plan Despite Rival Protests - 2008-01-18
The European Commission will spell out next week, over the din of protests from industry and governments as well as green groups, how it intends to cut greenhouse gas emissions to fight climate change.

Norway Says Aims to Go Carbon Neutral by 2030 - 2008-01-18
Norway, which last year set what it called the world's most ambitious target for cutting greenhouse gas emissions, said on Thursday it aimed to go "carbon neutral" in 2030, which is 20 years earlier than its previous target.

SC Johnson Launches Greenlist Product Labels - 2008-01-18
SC Johnson will begin designating products with a special label indicating they contain fewer volatile organic compounds (VOC).

Canada Beginning Consultations on Fuel Consumption Regulations - 2008-01-17
Canada’s Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Lawrence Cannon, announced that the government is beginning consultations with automotive, environmental and other stakeholders as part of the government’s commitment to implement national fuel consumption regulations for motor vehicles.

Khosla Ventures Increases Stake in Transonic Combustion; 100 MPG Demonstrator Targeted for Q3 2008 - 2008-01-17
Transonic is in the process of developing a 100 mpg technology demonstrator in a sports car which is targeted to be on the road by the third quarter of 2008.

Sierra Nevada Increases Solar Energy Production; U.K. Brewers Lighten Their Bottles - 2008-01-17
While Sierra Nevada in the United States is adding to its clean energy resources, brewers in the United Kingdom are making their bottles lighter to reduce carbon emissions and put less glass in the waste stream.

BT- and Cisco-Sponsored Paper Says Sustainability Breeds Innovation and Profitability - 2008-01-16
Focusing on sustainability can help businesses innovate and see profits, but it's a concept that has to start with leadership and be part of a company's culture, according to a paper released yesterday.

GE Increases Renewable Energy Pledge to $6 Billion - 2008-01-15
GE Energy Financial Services has raised its 2010 target for renewable energy investing to $6 billion.

Matsushita to Include Emissions as Performance Indicator - 2008-01-15
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd., the parent company of Panasonic, plans to add carbon dioxide emissions figures to its key performance indicators, the company announced Friday.

Manila Creates Green Courts for Environmental Cases - 2008-01-15
The Philippine Supreme Court will designate special courts to speed up a backlog of environmental cases and ensure polluters are penalised for breaking the law, a spokesman confirmed on Monday.

IBM Leads Program to Share Clean Technologies - 2008-01-14
As of today, 31 patents that were previously the sole domain of IBM, Nokia, Pitney-Bowes and Sony have been released for the public good. These patents mark the launch of the Eco-Patent Commons, and the result of nearly two years of discussion and planning.

Clorox and Sierra Club Announce Branding Partnership - 2008-01-14
Green Works, Clorox's first new product line in two decades, is the first line of natural cleaners developed by a major consumer products company.

Australia to End Plastic Bags in Supermarkets - 2008-01-11
Australia has followed China in announcing it plans to end plastic bag use in supermarkets, with its new environment minister saying on Thursday he wants a phase-out to start by the end of 2008.

NYC Council Votes to Mandate Plastic Bag Recycling - 2008-01-11
In a bid to curb the environmental impact of nearly 1 billion plastic bags used by New York City consumers annually, the city's council passed a bill on Wednesday requiring large stores to set up recycling programs.

Report: Green Investments Creating First Sustainable Economy - 2008-01-11
The continual growth of green investments and efforts worldwide is creating the first global sustainable economy, according to a recent report.

China poised to be world leader in renewable energy, expert predicts - 2008-01-10
China is poised to become a global leader in renewable energy in the next few years, the head of environmental research group Worldwatch said Wednesday.

Green energy's hottest stocks for 2008 - 2008-01-09
Investing experts say to stay away from solar, which saw a huge run up in 2007, and instead focus on wind, energy efficiency specialists or the battered biofuels sector.

China Launches Surprise Crackdown on Plastic Bags - 2008-01-09
- China launched a surprise crackdown on plastic bags on Tuesday, banning production of ultra-thin bags and forbidding its supermarkets and shops from handing out free carriers from June 1.

Canon Unveils 'Generation Green' Brand - 2008-01-08
Canon U.S.A. unveiled Monday a new brand and campaign that will encompass all of its environmentally-focused products and initiatives.

The new buzz words? Energy efficiency -- for everyone - 2008-01-07
At the public level, the state is preparing new legislation to push energy efficiency in the upcoming session, said Craig O'Hare, special assistant for renewable energy in the state Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department.

Austin Wants a Zero-Waste Plan - 2008-01-07
The city of Austin wants to follow in the footsteps of San Francisco and Seattle by creating a zero-waste plan that will eradicate the garbage it sends to landfills.

California ARB Details Refutation of EPA Claim that New Federal CAFE Is More Effective at GHG Reduction than AB1493 - 2008-01-03
The ARB study shows that California’s regulations on tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions are more effective than the new CAFE regulations contained in federal energy bill.

Beijing Introduces Cleaner Fuel Standards - 2008-01-03
China has introduced cleaner fuel standards in its capital Beijing, its latest effort to curb the city's notorious pollution ahead of the Olympic Games in August.

Milan's Pollution Charge Gets Off to Smooth Start - 2008-01-03
Under the innovative "EcoPass" system cars will be charged up to 10 euros (US$14.7) per day, the graduated charge based on the amount of pollution a car's engine produces.

Clean energy investment up one third in 07 -report - 2008-01-03
Investment in clean energy worldwide rose by a third last year to $117 billion, boosted by widespread concerns over global warming, researchers New Energy Finance said on Wednesday.

Milan Drivers Face Trend-Setting Pollution Charge - 2008-01-02
Drivers will have to pay a "pollution charge" to enter Milan's city centre from Wednesday in what the Italian financial capital bills as a trend-setting way to cut smog.

New labels balance nutrition pros and cons, give each food a score - 2007-12-31
Sometime next year, scientists will introduce a new labeling system that they say will help consumers easily identify the healthiest foods in a grocery store - every product will be rated on a scale of 1 to 100, with 100 going to the most nutritious products.

Michigan Needs Renewable Energy Portfolio To Rank Among Nation's Best - 2007-12-27
Although Governor Jennifer Granholm has directed what she calls a "laser beam" focus on developing the state's alternative energy industry, until the state has a renewable energy portfolio standard Michigan will likely continue to struggle among the mediocre performers in the nation in most areas of renewable energy research and development, experts say.

SEAT Introduces 62 MPG Ibiza Ecomotive - 2007-12-26
The Ecomotive, the SEAT analog to the Volkswagen Bluemotion models (earlier post), is based on the three-cylinder 1.4 TDI Pumpe Duse diesel engine and has carbon dioxide emissions of 99 g/km, fuel consumption of 3.8 l/100km (62 mpg US), and can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 12.8 seconds.

Energy rule could promote tenant savings - 2007-12-24
Energy hogs, beware. Hundreds of Bay Area buildings are subject to a new California Public Utility Commission rule taking effect in January that will allow building owners and property managers to charge each commercial tenant for the actual amount of electricity they use.

Mexico's Biggest Clean up to Transform Refinery Site - 2007-12-21
Pemex will throw more than US$50 million to make a toxic and potentially cancer-threatening site into a park in the north of Mexico City. The former oil refinery operated for almost 60 years until it was closed down in 1991 because of pollution.

Hitachi Outlines Environmental Goals for 2025 - 2007-12-21
Hitachi Group has announced a new plan to cut 100 million tons of carbon emissions by 2025, increase its amount of eco-friendly products and quicken previous environmental commitments.

Whole Foods Plans Nationwide Plastic Bag Ban - 2007-12-21
Whole Foods Market is no longer offering plastic grocery bags at the checkouts in its two stores in Austin, Texas. The company says that the move in Austin, where the supermarket is headquartered, is the first step to ban plastic bags companywide by early next year.

EPA Denies California Vehicle GHG Waiver; State Will Sue to Overturn Decision - 2007-12-20
Under the Federal Clean Air Act, California has the right to set its own tougher-than-federal vehicle emission standards, as long as it obtains a waiver from US EPA. Over the past 30 years the US EPA has granted California more than 40 such waivers, denying none.

France Says to Extend GMO Ban Unless Proven Safe - 2007-12-20
France will extend its ban on the use and sale of the only genetically modified crop grown in the country unless a newly set-up committee on GMOs can prove it is safe, senior government officials said on Wednesday.

San Francisco to Adopt Global Warming Offset Plan - 2007-12-19
San Francisco will become the first US city to offer a program to offset the impact of global warming by funding local green activities, the mayor said in an interview on Monday.

Green Collar Jobs Could Fill Many Needs: Report - 2007-12-18
Green collar jobs are high quality, poised for growth and have low barriers for entry, according to a report released last week.

Hong Kong Public Calls for Air Pollution Fight - 2007-12-18
Most Hong Kong people were willing to pay for a tougher crackdown on chronic air pollution through road pricing and other measures, a government-backed report said on Monday.

Americans Resolving to Go Green in 2008 - 2007-12-17
From Shedding Carbs to Shedding Carbon? Half of Us Plan to Make a "Green" or Environmentally Responsible New Year's Resolution

Beluga Shipping Launches MV Beluga SkySails - 2007-12-17
The company anticipates that in this first phase the ship will consume 10-15% less bunker fuel. Later, when the sail is scaled up to 320 square meters in the course of the coming year in order to increase efficiency on the high seas, potential savings of 20-30% are “definitely feasible and realistic,” according to the company.

Québec to Adopt California Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Regulations - 2007-12-14
The standards call for an average reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in new light-duty vehicles by 30% by 2016.

Nuclear Power's "Green" Credentials Under Fire - 2007-12-13
Nuclear power's claim to be the answer to global warming is being questioned by reports suggesting mining and processing of uranium is carbon intensive.

Federal Court Rejects Challenge to California Vehicle GHG Regulations - 2007-12-13
US District Judge Anthony Ishii (Eastern District of California) today ruled that both the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of California are equally empowered under the Clean Air Act to set regulations limiting greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles. The court also ruled that California regulations do not conflict with federal authority.

UK Partnership to Collaborate on Intelligent Transport Systems to Improve Fuel Efficiency and Reduce Congestion - 2007-12-12
The 18-month Sentience project has the end goal of developing advanced vehicles which can utilize technologies such as GPS and telemetry to improve fuel efficiency and emissions.

Research Shows Financial Institutes Increasing Their Green Efforts - 2007-12-12
The report, authored by TowerGroup analyst Inci Kaya, finds that customer and employee demand is pushing the businesses studied to offer products and services that are eco-friendly.

China Expects US$1.5 Billion for Climate Fund by 2012 - 2007-12-10
China expects to raise US$1.5 billion by 2012 from a levy on sales of carbon credits, which it will channel into a government fund to raise awareness of climate change and cut emissions, the head of the fund said.

Green Building Initiatives Among $11.2 Million in Pa. Grants - 2007-12-10
Geothermal, solar and wind installations are among the 24 projects in Pennsylvania that will receive a total of $11.2 million state grants.

Nokia Unveils Evolve, Green Phone In Green Packaging - 2007-12-07
Nokia has launched a new phone, the 3110 Evolve, which the company says has “bio-covers” made from more than 50 percent renewable material. The device comes in new packaging made of 60 percent recycled content and it has a new charger that uses 94 percent less energy than the Energy Star requirements.

New York Goes Green: Earth Advertising Sees Boom for Green Business in 2008 - 2007-12-07
Mayor Bloomberg's plan for a greener and greater New York is enjoying a healthy growth spurt with the GoGreenExpo scheduled for April 26-27, 2008, the biggest environmental event in New York history.

Nokia Announces Environmental Vision, Plans, at Conference - 2007-12-07
At the annual NokiaWorld Conference, the host company outlined its vision for how IT will fit into a sustainable future, and announced several environmental initiatives of its own.

House Passes Energy Bill with New CAFE Regulations - 2007-12-07
In a vote largely split along party lines, the US House of Representatives passed H.R. 6, an amalgamated energy bill now containing a 40% increase in fuel economy requirements by 2020; an increase in the renewable fuel standard to 36 billion gallons per year by 2022; provisions for a renewable electricity portfolio; and the elimination of about $13 billion in tax subsidies for big energy companies, along with a host of other provisions and initiatives.

France to Institute Vehicle Feebate Based on CO2 Emissions; $7,300 Bonus for Electric Cars - 2007-12-07
Under the scheme, a bonus will be paid to purchasers of new passenger cars emitting less than 130 g CO2/km, which now represents about 30% of sales.

Green Electronics Buyers on the Rise, Research Shows - 2007-12-06
About 25 million Americans, or 12 percent of the population, are "bright greens:" buyers absolutely willing to spend more for environmentally friendly electronics, or for products that come from a green company.

France Starts Car CO2 Penalty System - 2007-12-06
France on Wednesday started a system of CO2 penalties and discounts on the price of new cars in a bid to boost sales of vehicles with low greenhouse gas emissions.

Investors Bullish On China's Clean Energy Technology - 2007-12-04
Foreign funds are lining up to invest in China as the country promotes cleaner energy and environmental issues, but investors say the state should step back from the market to allow entrepreneurs room to operate.

U.S. Steel Plans $1B Environmental Upgrade - 2007-12-03
United State Steel Corp. could spend $1 billion to make the country's largest coke-making facility more environmentally friendly.

U.S., E.U. Propose Tariff-Free Green Goods - 2007-12-03
The European Union and United States could make green goods tariff-free to spur carbon-friendly technology use.

London 2012 Releases Sustainability Plan - 2007-11-29
London 2012 has outlined its sustainability plans for the 2012 Olympic Games.

New Mexico Becomes 13th State to Adopt California GHG Limits on New Cars - 2007-11-29
After two days of joint hearings, the Albuquerque-Bernalillo Air Quality Control Board (AQCB) and hte New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (EIB) voted to adopt Clean Car standards to reduce air pollution and global warming emissions from new cars, trucks and SUVs beginning in Model Year 2011.

EPA, Supermarkets Want to Put the Chill on Fridge Emissions - 2007-11-28
The Environmental Protection Agency and supermarkets have teamed up to put the chill on greenhouse gases and ozone-depleting substances caused by refrigeration.

FTC Plans Review of its Green Marketing Guidelines - 2007-11-27
The Federal Trade Commission announced Monday it will begin reviewing its environmental marketing guidelines in January, a year before the review was originally planned.

Home Depot To Green Truck Operations At Ports - 2007-11-27
Home Depot and logistics provider California Multimodal have joined the Coalition for Responsible Transportation, pledging to implement clean truck technologies in their operations at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

Hydrogenics Receives US$1.7 Million Order for Three Fuel Cell Hybrid MidiBuses - 2007-11-27
Hydrogenics Corporation has received a US $1.7M order for the delivery of three Fuel Cell Hybrid MidiBuses to the upcoming 2008 International Exposition, EXPOAGUA Zaragoza 2008 to be held next summer in the City of Zaragoza, Spain.

Google’s Goal: Renewable Energy Cheaper Than Coal - 2007-11-27
Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) today announced a new strategic initiative to develop electricity from renewable energy sources that will be cheaper than electricity produced from coal.

Nestlé, Tyson, Others Developing GRI Guidelines for Food Industry - 2007-11-26
A handful of global food companies has joined the Global Reporting Initiative to develop sustainability indicators specific to the food processing industry.

RWE Abandons Power Plant Project After Local Vote - 2007-11-26
German utility RWE said on Sunday it would give up a 2 billion-euro (US$2.96 billion) plan for a huge coal-fired power generation plant after local residents of the targetted site at Ensdorf on Sunday voted against a change of land utilisation plans.

Despite Economy, Americans Willing To Pay More For Holiday Gifts Associated With A Cause - 2007-11-26
Nationwide Poll Indicates When Price and Quality are Equal, 77 Percent Will Choose Brand That Supports a Cause

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