Archive for July, 2009
Japan, Germany Stake Claims in U.S. Renewable Energy Market
Japanese and German companies - already well-entrenched in global solar and wind energy markets - are starting to stake claims in the emerging U.S. renewable energy ...
Data Centers Power Up Savings With Renewable Energy
New data center projects are taking a closer look at renewable energy sources including solar and wind as a way to improve corporate sustainability, cut energy ...
Even in Agreement, U.S., China Still Worlds Apart on Climate Change
While a memorandum of understanding has been signed between the U.S. and China, no firm goals have been set on climate change. Despite the pledge to ...
62% of Shoppers Respond to Green Item Impulse Buys
Showing the power of impulse buys, about 62 percent of shoppers say that the availability of green product options can impact unplanned purchases, according to a new report from Miller Zell. Nearly three-quarters of women ...
Long-Range Projects Add Big Savings for Health Care Facilities
For hospitals willing to make the investment, significant cost savings await in adding renewables, revamping lighting fixtures and maximizing a building's heating and cooling system. New construction ...
Intel, PepsiCo Top Green Power Purchasers
In EPA's most recent ranking of Fortune 500 companies that purchase renewable energy, Intel comes out on top, edging out PepsiCo by about 75 million kWh. The ...
British Embassy in Berlin Gets Energy Efficiency Makeover
The British Embassy in Berlin as been certified under the BREEAM In-Use program for existing buildings, making it one of the first buildings to be ...
Pharmacies Cut Paper Use, Save Energy, Recycle Bottles
Pharmacies are implementing environmental initiatives that recycle plastic bottles and vials, cut down on paper usage and help save energy. Wegman's, for instance, expects to save ...
Dell Launches Energy Savings Calculator, Energy Star 5.0 PCs
Dell has released a new energy savings calculator aimed at helping businesses determine the energy use of their computers systems, and a broad portfolio of ...
NYC E-waste Recycling Under Fire as AT&T Ramps Up Own Efforts
As industry groups file suit against a New York City e-waste recycling program, AT&T is ramping up its own wireless recycling initiatives, showing the divergent attitude ...
Global Community Pushes India, China on Climate Change
The global community is hoping for cooperation on climate change, particularly from developing countries including China and India that have been hesitant to agree to carbon ...
Wisconsin, San Antonio Spur Manufacturers to Adopt Renewables
Wisconsin and San Antonio are launching separate initiatives to push area manufacturers toward innovation and adoption of renewable energy and energy efficiency. Wisconsin is getting $28 ...
Emerson Data Center Has Solar, is 31% More Efficient
Emerson's new $50 million data center is 31 percent more efficient than other similar versions, thanks to precision cooling ...
For Hospitals, Some Sustainability Changes Pay Off in 2 Years
When it comes to investing in energy efficiency, hospitals and health care facilities should not sit on the sidelines, because some of the low-hanging fruits offer ...
Amtrak Commits To Carbon Tracking
Amtrak has pledged to reduce its emissions from diesel locomotives by six percent from 2003 through 2010, as part of its recent decision to join the ...
Hotels, Spas Enjoy Big Savings from Green Projects
By implementing energy- and water-saving initiatives, hotels and spas are illustrating how businesses across all industries can reduce their operational costs while cutting their environmental footprint. As ...
Kimberley-Clark Tops EPA List of On-site Renewable Energy Users
In EPA's latest rankings of the top-20 users of on-site renewable energy, Kimberley Clark came out on top with more than 192 million kilowatt hours, comprising ...
Europe Faces Growing Pains in Renewable Energy Market
Europe's renewable energy market is being hurt by falling prices, lower demand and the ongoing credit crunch. As a result, key players in the solar and ...
Finnair Adds Web Tool to Calculate Business Travel Carbon Footprint
As companies begin to tabulate the environmental impact of their business travel, a European airline has added an online tool to help employees calculate their own ...
Telecommuting Touted for Carbon Reduction
As companies look for ways to cut costs, reduce carbon footprint and keep employees happy in a down economy, they increasingly are turning to telecommuting. Cisco has ...
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Btok on Canada Delays GHG Emissions Regs, Russia Ups Emissions Cuts
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ruffie on Wind Power Investments Grow in North America
"Anyone with any knowledge of the energy business in Canada knows that the majority of smart..."
Rod Johnson on Stimulus Package Delivers $2.4 Billion for Electric Vehicle Projects
"Will this stimulus be extended to other electric utility vehicles?"
Charli on Trade Group on EPA Chemical Regs: ‘If Everything is a Priority, Then Nothing is a Priority’
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James Beddingfield on Oceans May Trap more Carbon than Forests
"Another great thing about an ocean-based carbon sink is that it can’t..."
Custom Organic Shirts on Climate Scientists Alleged to Have Manipulated Data
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Phil on Climate Scientists Alleged to Have Manipulated Data
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