What Drives Water and Energy Improvements?
Posted on June 13th, 2013 by Barry Stevens
When I started this article, the answer seemed clear. Shockwaves resounded as I drilled down on this rather complex subject. Judgment is tempered on the[...]
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Do EVs Make Good Cents or Sense?
Posted on January 3rd, 2013 by Barry Stevens
David Herron of Torque News stated in his article “60 kWh Tesla Model S rated at 208 mile electric driving range by EPA:” “The 85[...]
NASCAR and EPA Team Up on Environmental Initiatives
Posted on June 13th, 2012 by Ben Lack
NASCAR joins EPA’s team to support some of the agency’s environmental initiatives. On May 22nd, NASCAR and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) signed a memorandum[...]
Sears Green Leadership Work Receives EPA Recognition
Posted on May 14th, 2012 by Ben Lack
Paul Campbell and Kaitlin Hooper discuss the sustainability work that they do for Sears Holdings.
Fresno Mayor: Lowering Energy Costs ‘Mission Critical’ To Improving City’s Economic Development
Posted on April 16th, 2012 by Ben Lack
City of Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin talks about the role energy efficiency programs play in helping her lower unemployment and stimulate the economy.
Samsung Sustainability Initiatives: What’s Working?
Posted on March 29th, 2012 by Ben Lack
John Godfrey, Vice President of Government & Public Affairs for Samsung, discusses some of the successes coming out of Samsung’s Corporate Sustainability initiative.
Whole Foods Receives EPA Recognition For Eco-Friendly Foggy Bottom Location
Posted on November 1st, 2011 by Ben Lack
Kathy Loftus and Mark Hughes, of Whole Foods, discuss their reasoning for joining the EPA’s Green Chill Partnership Program and the approach they took to[...]
Empire State Building’s Sustainability Retrofit Program Achieves 2010 ENERGY STAR Certification
Posted on July 15th, 2011 by Ben Lack
Empire State Building's Sustainability Retrofit Program Achieves 2010 ENERGY STAR Certification, Virginia Gov. McDonnell signs deal to transition state fleet with alterative fuel vehicles and a J.D. Power study shows residential customers overall satisfaction staying consistent
Arizona State University #1 For Solar Panels Used By A University
Posted on May 27th, 2011 by Ben Lack
Arizona State University becomes #1 In solar power production for a University, details about the DOE's new America's Home Energy Education Challenge.
DOE and USDA Allocate New Funds for Biofuel
Posted on May 6th, 2011 by Krishna Patel
The DOE and USDA are giving $47 million to eight biofuel research and development projects. Vietnam is also getting support from the Asian Development Bank for biofuel adoption. And the EPA recognizes leading pledges for their Change the World campaign with Energy Star.
Obama Vows to Side with EPA on Energy Tax Bill
Posted on April 11th, 2011 by Krishna Patel
President Obama promises to veto the Energy Tax Prevention Bill, to act in favor of the EPA, if the act passes through the Senate. Also, Secretary Chu increases the funding further for the SunShot Initiative.
Study: Biofuel Production Predicted to Increase
Posted on April 8th, 2011 by Krishna Patel
A study finds biofuel production will increase worldwide among top producers like the U.S. and still nascent markets such as Sweden. Also, wind farm under construction in Hawaii and DOE funds more solar manufacturing.
Americans’ Opinion of Nuclear Power Unchanged
Posted on April 1st, 2011 by Krishna Patel
Polls show American's opinions of nuclear energy remain largely unchanged following the Japanese disaster but agencies continue to regulate food. Also, the world's first HVAC company to achieve LEED Gold Certification.
G-20 Countries Increase Energy Investments
Posted on March 30th, 2011 by Krishna Patel
Global investments in clean energy increased by roughly 30% in 2010. Also, funding is finalized for a Minnesota wind farm and how the nuclear reactor crisis in Japan is affecting the East coast.
Indiana Utility Begins New Energy Efficient Plan
Posted on March 28th, 2011 by Krishna Patel
An Indiana utility publishes a quarterly report that compares energy consumption across consumers and offers tips to reduce consumption. Also Permalink develops its most efficient LED sign and AT&T adds green vans to its service fleet.
New Renewable Project Joins The Mix In Hawaii
Posted on March 23rd, 2011 by Krishna Patel
Another clean energy project is underway in Hawaii, a solar farm designed by SunPower. Also, Ohio's first commercial wind farm, a 150-MW project, is almost complete.
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