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Once a BP Exec, Now an Algae Biofuel Champion

Tonic, July 21st, 2010

It still may sound strange and far-flung to many of us that one day soon we'll be looking to algae to help us make progress and distance along the path that will carry us away from fossil fuels. But as we have reported on multiple occasions, there's plenty of alternative-to-petroleum promise in that pond scum. And among those who are ... read more

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Tagged energy, fuel, gas, oil

Published in Automotive


NYC’s First EV Charging Station Now Open

Chloe Skye, July 20th, 2010

On July 15, New York City unveiled the first of more than 100 public EV charging stations it will be installing in the coming months. This is a necessary undertaking, considering the anticipated release of EVs like the Nissan Leaf and the Chevy Volt later this year. The vehicles, both of which have a charging range of 100 ... read more

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Tagged curbside, energy, oil, reduce

Published in Automotive


Operation Deepwater Clean

Libuse Binder, July 19th, 2010

It’s been almost three months since the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explosion caused the largest oil spill in United States history. As of June 15, the government estimated that up to 60,000 barrels of oil were spilling into the Gulf of Mexico daily. The latest attempt to cap the spill seems to be holding, and as of this writing, there ... read more

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Tagged energy, fuel, oil, reduce, reuse

Published in Hazardous


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EPA Monitoring BP’s Handling of Oily Waste, Tar Balls

Amanda Wills, July 15th, 2010

Summertime on Mississippi's gulf coast is picturesque. During the normal high season, thousands of tourists plop their reclining polyester chairs in the sand, slather on sunscreen and squint their eyes while reading the latest tabloid in 80-degree sunshine. But this July, the beaches are virtually empty. Replacing last year's kaleidoscope of towels and umbrellas are tanks filled with tar ... read more

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Tagged beaches, oil, recycle, reduce

Published in Hazardous


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The $8 Million Caffeine Jolt

Chloe Skye, July 13th, 2010

We may rely on it for our daily dose of caffeine, but coffee goes farther than fueling just our minds. A study published in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agriculture estimates that from the approximately 16 billion pounds of coffee grown each year, 340 millions gallons of biodiesel could be generated. While that amount of ... read more

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Tagged composting, fuel, noteworthy, oil, organicwaste

Published in General


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Report Predicts Oil Spill Will Lead to $100 Billion Spike In Green Building

Mary Mazzoni, July 8th, 2010

A recent Environmental Leader Insights report reveals the commercial green building industry is expected to see growth of 18.1 percent annually - an increase of more than $100 billion in the total U.S. green building market value from 2010 to 2015. The reason behind the unprecedented hike? The oil spill. According to the report, “increased awareness ... read more

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Tagged constructionmaterials, greenbuilding, oil, reduce

Published in Construction


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Obama Proposes New Tax to Clean Up Haz Waste Sites

Katherine J. Chen, July 5th, 2010

In the shadow of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, President Barack Obama has backed a cause, no less toxic, that has plagued the United States since the 1980s: superfund sites. Superfund sites, which are locations polluted by hazardous substances, have lacked the necessary funding for cleanup since the end of the fiscal year in 2003. As a result, the ... read more

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Tagged energy, oil

Published in Hazardous


20 Green Things in 20 Minutes

Mary Mazzoni, July 5th, 2010

Think one person can’t make a difference? Think again. With every American producing 4.6 pounds of trash per day, the little things we do to reduce our impact can make a huge difference. Here are 20 little things you can do to help the environment and your world in less than 20 minutes. 1. Shop local for produce. Next time you’re headed ... read more

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Tagged blender, composting, energy, gas, ideas, mail, newspaper, oil, packaging, recycling, reduce, refrigerator, reuse, television, tires, toaster, toilet

Published in General


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Software Tracks Food Waste, Saves Thousands

Amanda Wills, June 30th, 2010

A solution for the billions of pounds of wasted food in the restaurant industry could be as easy as three clicks on a touch screen. LeanPath's WasteLOGGER is a new software that minimizes pre-consumer food waste for restaurants, caterers and hotels. Commercially available this summer, the PC-based software could save businesses up to 4 percent on food purchases by ... read more

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Tagged composting, computers, kitchen, oil, organic, organicwaste, recycling

Published in Garden


Where Your Home Is Losing Money

Ashley Schiller, June 28th, 2010

Reviewing your summer energy bill can be as brutal as taking a punch from Rocky Balboa. But you don't have to go into the ring defenseless: there are many large and small adjustments that can lessen the damage and save you hundreds in long-term savings. Let's start big. You can reduce your home's heating and cooling costs by as much as 30 percent through proper ... read more

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Tagged basics, bath, brick, cfl, computers, DIY, energy, fuel, gas, kitchen, oil, reduce, television, windows

Published in Household


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