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California Sets Second Cap-And-Trade Emissions Auction
On Dec 27, 2012 05:09AM ET in Clean Technology
California has set the date and details for a second CO2 emissions allowance auction to be held February 2013, under the state's cap-and-trade system. Read More California Sets Second Cap-And-Trade Emissions Auction was originally published on: CleanTechnica
West Antarctica Warming Twice As Fast As Previously Thought, Research Finds, May Speed Up Sea Level Rise
On Dec 27, 2012 04:50AM ET in Clean Technology
New research has revealed that West Antarctica is actually warming nearly two times faster than was previously thought. This finding suggests, therefore, that sea levels may rise much faster than was previously predicted. The average annual temperatures in West Antarctica, at the Byrd research station, have increased an incredible 2.4 degrees Celsius (4.3F) in the years since the 1950s. This is one of the quickest increases in temperature in the world — it’s currently … Read More West Antarctica Warming Twice As Fast As Previously Thought, Research Finds, May Speed Up Sea Level Rise was originally published on: CleanTechnica
Illegal Wildlife Trafficking A Threat To National Security
On Dec 26, 2012 09:26PM ET in Green 101
Japanese Solar-Cell Fabric Turns Sweaters into Energy Garments
On Dec 26, 2012 09:23PM ET in Green 101
Kwanzaa Resolution: Rethinking What You Thought You Knew
On Dec 26, 2012 04:09PM ET in Green 101
While staring at this image, I was struck by how simple it can be to radically reframe what is possible, if you just slightly change your perspective, or maybe erase a few letters. This photo came through my social media feed via Cristina Morales; it reminds me of joyful exuberance, and the message gives me hope.
Amp to Develop Wirelessly Charged Delivery Trucks
On Dec 26, 2012 03:21PM ET in Clean Technology
Amp Electric Vehicles has decided to start converting the propulsion systems of delivery trucks to electric, and this time, they will be equipped to charge wirelessly. The company used to convert SUVs to electric propulsion systems, but it moved on from that and has now reached an agreement with Momentum Dynamics to convert delivery trucks, using one of the latest charging technologies: resonant induction charging. Momentum Dynamics is to develop the wireless vehicle chargers to make … Read More Amp to Develop Wirelessly Charged Delivery Trucks was originally published on: CleanTechnica
How to Start a Food Revolution in 2013
On Dec 26, 2012 02:06PM ET in Green 101
The FoodTank aims to become a bold new voice in the fight for health-based agriculture, alleviating hunger and poverty, stemming the tide of obesity, and improving environmental sustainability. Co-founders Danielle Nierenberg and Ellen Gustafson understand that fixing the system requires changing the conversation and finding ways that make food production—and consumption—more economically, environmentally, and socially just. The Food Think Tank officially launches January 10th.
Better Place Delays Australian Rollout
On Dec 26, 2012 01:00PM ET in Energy
It has not been a great year for electric vehicles or the companies promoting them. Project Better Place has had a particularly rough time of it, losing their CEO amid flagging sales and delayed projects. The latest bit of news from Better Place isn’t any, well, better, as partner Renault has put its rollout of the Fluence EV sedan on “indefinite hold” in Australia while Better Place gets its act together. The post Better Place Delays Australian Rollout appeared first on Gas 2.
Solar Impulse EV Airplane Aiming For New York-To-California Flight In 2013
On Dec 26, 2012 11:00AM ET in Energy
Do solar electric vehicles have a future...in the sky? Some innovative aero-engineers seem to think so, and they aim to prove the viability of their concept by flying across the U.S. using nothing but the sun for power. The Switzerland-based Solar Impulse team is aiming for make a sun-powered flight across the continental U.S. sometime in the next year. The post Solar Impulse EV Airplane Aiming For New York-To-California Flight In 2013 appeared first on Gas 2.
Tis the Season to Recycle
On Dec 26, 2012 10:30AM ET in Green 101
By Stuart Reed As the nation’s largest seller of appliances, Sears Holdings Corp. has long championed initiatives and programs that save energy, and respect and protect the environment. That’s why, as the first and largest retail partner to join EPA’s Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD) program back in 2007, today we’re proud to commemorate RAD’s sixth [...]
2012 Texas Air Quality: A Year In Review
On Dec 26, 2012 10:28AM ET in Environmental Defense
New Playlist: Practically Green Staff Resolutions
On Dec 26, 2012 09:33AM ET in Green 101
It’s that time of year when we reflect on the days past and look forward to a fresh start fired with resolve to make changes large or small for a happier, healthier–and more sustainable–New Year. So we thought it would be fun to ask around the Practically Green office to find out what resolutions our [...]
Toyota Offering Early Adopters Up To $17,500 Off of RAV4 EV Purchase
On Dec 26, 2012 09:30AM ET in Energy
Nobody seems overly-impressed with the new Toyota RAV4 EV. With a price tag similar to the Tesla Model S, but less than half the range, and sales limited to just California, calls of “compliance car” were shouted by many a blog. But in an interesting twist, Toyota is offering buyers a chance to cut the RAV4 EV’s price down to a much more acceptable level. The post Toyota Offering Early Adopters Up To $17,500 Off of RAV4 EV Purchase appeared first on Gas 2.
Green Grants Mobilizes Social Change
On Dec 26, 2012 07:38AM ET in Green 101
When a collective group works together to address an injustice, real and lasting change begins. First, by raising awareness of the issue, then creating infrastructure, and then, from there, the groundswell begins to create the change needed. All movements to promote change often start small with some local organizations, or one committed leader, and then spread.
A Scientist Answers Your Battery Questions
On Dec 26, 2012 07:00AM ET in Clean Technology
After announcing a big EV battery research project on December 1, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) let us know about a Q&A opportunity with one of its scientists regarding batteries. After collecting a number of questions, Berkeley Lab battery scientist Venkat Srinivasan answered several of these questions. Here’s the video: Dr. Srinivasan may still answer questions you have about batteries if you post them in the comments of the video above. If you’ve got some, … Read More A Scientist Answers Your Battery Questions was originally published on: CleanTechnica
