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The More You Know Goes Green
TakePart Social Action Network —
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Yesterday Giulia told us about NBC’s upcoming Green Week , which will feature environmentally-themed programming, and to help viewers get involved the network has launched a new series of “The More You Know” clips with NBC stars sharing eco-friendly tips. The campaign is a great way to remind people that ...2 days ago -
“The Right Thing To Do” – WattSaver
Climate and energy —
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Demand Response programs are mechanisms that allow utilities to adjust customer consumption of electricity in response to supply conditions, for example, having electricity customers reduce their consumption at critical times.Both Westar and KCP&L offer demand response programs for their residential customers – ...2 days ago -
IEA calls for global push to end energy poverty
The Guardian - guardian.co.uk —
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Energy watchdog says that without action at Copenhagen one in six people will still be without electricity by 2030 Rich countries are being urged to sign up to a Make Poverty History-style pledge at the climate change summit at Copenhagen next month to bring electricity to the 1.5 billion people in the world without ...5 days ago -
VIDEO: Coal ash dumping may have caused deformities
The Conservation Report —
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Video by Charles Trainor Jr./Miami Herald Staff According to the Miami Herald, “ Villagers in the Dominican Republic claim children have been born without limbs and organs. And, they are blaming the abnormalities on rock ash dumped by a Virginia coal company .” More from MiamiHerald.com : A civil lawsuit filed ...5 days ago -
Environment Agency calls for flood defences to protect 900,000 properties
The Guardian - guardian.co.uk —
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The number of homes and businesses at highest risk could rise by 60% by 2035, warns the agency in its five-year strategy More than 900,000 homes and businesses in England and Wales could be at the highest risk of flooding by 2035 without increasing investment in defences, the Environment Agency warned today. The ...5 days ago -
Miliband unveils nuclear plans
The Guardian - guardian.co.uk —
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Eleven sites for nuclear reactors announced as part of UK energy strategy that includes clean coal and wind power A new fleet of nuclear power stations was today backed by the energy secretary, Ed Miliband, as he outlined the UK governments plans to fast-track major energy infrastructure projects, also including ...6 days ago -
Al Gore: Its not just about the planet
Northloop Neighborhoods - Community News & Directory —
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In a talk promoting his book, Al Gore looks for fixes beyond renewable energy and draws the link between environment, energy, and the economy.1 week ago -
The Repower America Wall: Voice Your Support for Clean Energy and Climate Action
TakePart Social Action Network —
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The Repower America Wall , a new multimedia campaign from the Alliance for Climate Protection, invites you to join thousands of people across the country in voicing your support for action on clean energy and climate change. The virtual wall is a stunning and powerful visual testament to strengthening national ...1 week ago -
Senator Chuck Schumer Attempting to Block Federal Funds From Chinese-Backed Wind Farm
TakePart Social Action Network —
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About a week ago, we told you about a joint venture between Chinese and American companies to build a huge wind farm in Texas, using Chinese turbines, and funded by Chinese banks, as well as loans and grants from the U.S. government. Up to speed? Good. The story seemed pretty cut and dry, but nothing ever really is, ...1 week ago -
Bulk Fluid-Processed Carbon Nanotubes Could Make Better Power Lines
The Green Optimistic —
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Scientists at Rice University have developed a new method for producing carbon nanotubes in bulk fluids. It could lead to revolutionary advances in nanoelectronics, materials science and power distribution.1 week ago -
Video: Al Gore Praises the Copenhagen Conference
TakePart Social Action Network —
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Al Gore, former Vice President and current environmental hero, sat down with Katie Couric yesterday for her online program @KatieCouric to discuss all things environmental and green. He even had a few things to say about one of our current favorite topics here at TakePart, the Copenhagen Conference on Climate ...1 week ago -
Ban Ki-moon urges religious leaders to act boldly in protecting people and the planet
The Guardian - guardian.co.uk —
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UN secretary-general tells delegates at Windsor Castle summit that they can provoke, challenge and inspire political leaders The UN secretary-general today urged religious leaders to "set an example for the lifestyle of billions" by establishing green places of worship, purchasing environmentally friendly goods and ...1 week ago -
U.S. Tops In Energy Resources – Human Events
The Daley Gator —
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The United States has largest energy reserves on Earth, according to a report from the Congressional Research Service.As shown in the charts below, the U.S. has 1,321 billion barrels of oil (or barrels of oil equivalent for other sources of energy) when combining its recoverable natural gas, oil and coal ...1 week ago -
FastCAP Receives DOE Funding for Developing Commercial Ultracapacitor
The Green Optimistic —
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ARPA-E, or the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy has awarded FastCAP Systems, from Cambridge, MA, with a 2.5 year, $5.35 million grant to further develop and commercialize a nanotube-enhanced ultracapacitor, which could reduce the costs of hybrid and electric cars.1 week ago -
San Diego Solar Projects Get $154 Million Funding
GoodCleanTech —
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A total number of 192 solar installation projects in the public sector of San Diego were awarded with $154 million in allocations through the Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBs) program. Seven hundred thirty-nine projects were given $800 million in allocation by the IRS in all. The funding given to San Diego will ...1 week ago -
San Diego Solar Projects Get $154 Million Funding
GoodCleanTech —
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A total number of 192 solar installation projects in the public sector of San Diego were awarded with $154 million in allocations through the Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBs) program. Seven hundred thirty-nine projects were given $800 million in allocation by the IRS in all. The funding given to San Diego will ...1 week ago -
Bird and Bat Radar Detection For Wind Farms
Wind Energy Planning —
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With many people and organisations concerned about potential bird and bat kills from wind turbines , could radar be the answer? Radar specialist company DeTect has developed and manufactured a new Avian Radar System ‘ Merlin ‘ which is aimed at protecting birds and bats from colliding with wind turbines. The ...2 weeks ago -
Allegheny County Starts on Energy Conservation Path
Sierra Club Allegheny Group —
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It has been some time coming, but Allegheny County is finally getting with the energy conservation program. On October 27 County Executive Dan Onorato signed into law the Sustainability Policy for Allegheny County. As stated in a press release : “ The Policy includes aggressive goals for reduction of energy ...2 weeks ago -
Emission Admission: An Eco-Friendly Music Video
TakePart Social Action Network —
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You’re probably putting the last minute touches on your green Halloween costume , and chowing down on some tasty vegan Halloween treats , but before you head out to trick-or-treat , I just wanted to share with you a catchy and clever eco-friendly music video. Emission Admission is an animated short film ...2 weeks ago -
New York Area to Have 17 GW of Renewable Energy Projects
The Green Optimistic —
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According to a recent report by SNL Financial, a business research firm, more than half of all planned energy projects in the Northeast Power Coordinating Council region, comprising part of Canada and 6 US states, are renewable energy projects.2 weeks ago
