B.L.M. Expedites Review of Energy Projects
Thursday, January 7th, 2010Thirty-one proposed renewable energy projects could potentially be cleared for approval by December 2010.
author By COLIN MINER, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Clean Technology Investing Slips, but Could Be Worse, Report Finds
Thursday, January 7th, 2010The global recession drove clean-tech investments down 33 percent over last year, but investors still spent $5.6 billion in the space.
author By TODD WOODY, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
The Shrinking American Car Fleet
Thursday, January 7th, 2010The auto fleet in the United States shrank by roughly 2 percent according to a new report — the first decline since World War II.
author By JOHN COLLINS RUDOLF, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
When Moving Turbines, Beware the Wind
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009Ironically, heavy winds pose a challenge to the storage and transportation of wind turbines.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Harvesting Clean Energy Along the Road
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009More and more innovators are looking to the roadways as a potential source for generation and distribution of clean energy — including a pair of patent holders who envision an ambitious network of roadside technologies.
author By Leora Broydo Vestel, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Why Not Make Turbines at Wind Farms?
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009Since wind turbines are so difficult to transport, Clipper Windpower is considering manufacturing them on-site, at a giant wind farm planned in South Dakota.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Nissan Offers Sneak Peek at Electric Car
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009Nissan has announced that it will unveil its still-unnamed battery electric car at the opening of its new global headquarters next week.
author By Jim Motavalli, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Oregon Eases Ethanol Requirements
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009Gas stations across Oregon will now be allowed to sell premium gasoline unblended with ethanol, in accordance with a bill signed into law last week by the governor.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Boeing and Vestas Form Research Partnership
Saturday, March 14th, 2009The plane maker and the wind power company have announced a research partnership that could help Boeing improve fuel efficiency in its jetliners and could help Vestas improve the strength and performance of its turbines.
author By James Kanter, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Biodiesel That Conquers the Cold?
Saturday, March 14th, 2009A researcher in Indiana says he’s discovered a way to overcome one of biodiesel’s biggest shortcomings: gelling up in cold weather.
author By Stefan Milkowski, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Fast Buses vs. Light Rail: You Decide
Saturday, March 14th, 2009From Cleveland to Los Angeles, bus rapid transit is revving up.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Shipping Carbon Dioxide to Sea for Burial
Saturday, March 14th, 2009A Danish shipping and oil company is exploring ways of delivering captured carbon dioxide directly to burial sites using specially designed sea vessels, initially in the area of the North Sea.
author By James Kanter, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
New on the Block: Energy & Environment
Monday, March 2nd, 2009The New York Times — and the team at Green Inc. — are pleased to announce the launch of today a new Energy & Environment section (URL: nytimes.com/energy).
author By Tom Zeller Jr., source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
New on the Block: Energy & Environment
Monday, March 2nd, 2009The New York Times — and the team at Green Inc. — are pleased to announce the launch of today a new Energy & Environment section (URL: nytimes.com/energy).
author By Tom Zeller Jr., source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Raise Gas Tax, Then Move to Mileage Tax, Federal Commission Says
Monday, March 2nd, 2009A Congressionally commissioned report released today in Washington tackles the controversial gas tax question.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Shipping Investors Advised to Watch CO2
Monday, March 2nd, 2009Investors in the shipping sector were warned this week that it is difficult to assess which companies present the greatest risks or opportunities as climate and other environmental regulations come into force.
author By James Kanter, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Discount Shopping for Carbon Credits
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Some countries are seeking to expand imports of credits from developing countries to help offset their emissions. But many environmentalists condemn the move, saying it will reduce incentives at home to fund energy efficiency, public transportation and cleaner energy systems.
author By James Kanter, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Eight Energy Suggestions for Obama, From SunEdison’s Founder
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Jigar Shah, the founder of SunEdison, offers suggestions about the energy priorities of the incoming administration
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Battery Maker Takes Lithium-Ion Up a Notch
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Battery maker Boston-Power will be the first American company to provide power for a top-tier laptop maker. Next stop: automotive batteries.
author By Jared Flesher, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com
Competition Intensifies for Car Battery Makers
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Whether or not a bailout for Detroit comes through, battery makers are anticipating a rosy future for electric cars.
author By Kate Galbraith, source greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com