Daily Archives: October 22, 2008

The latest from Renewable Energy World

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

The latest issue of Renewable Energy Weekly is now available. Highlights include: Video: Solar Perspectives Roundtable The Future of the Electric Car in China More State, County, City Governments Expected to Offer Residential Financing Nuclear Power: The Safe and Easy … Continue reading →

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2009 Aspen Institute Energy and Environment Awards Nominations Open

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the press release. The Aspen Institute has opened nominations for the second annual Aspen Institute Energy and Environment Awards. These awards, created by members of the Aspen Institute Global Leadership Network, recognize and reward excellence for those making a … Continue reading →

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POP Committee Reviews More Substances

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Environmental Protection. A new range of everyday and industrial chemicals used in carpets and textiles up to aviation devices and medical equipment may soon be controlled or eliminated under an international hazardous substances treaty.

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Greening the music industry

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Plenty. While major labels struggle with implementing eco initiatives, smaller labels pick up the slack

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Request for Information (RFI): Ongoing Research and Research Needs for Biological Effects of Exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA)

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

The National Toxicology Program (NTP) and Division of Extramural Research and Training (DERT), National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) are seeking input on a number of key research areas that have been identified in recent evaluations of bisphenol A … Continue reading →

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League of Conservation Voters Releases 2008 National Environmental Scorecard

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. League of Conservation Voters Releases 2008 National Environmental Scorecard Source: League of Conservation Voters The League of Conservation Voters, which works to turn environmental values into national priorities, today released the 2008 National Environmental Scorecard. For 30 years, … Continue reading →

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Stagnant Waters: 2008 Clean Water Act Report

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. Stagnant Waters: 2008 Clean Water Act Report Source: U.S. House of Representatives, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure On the eve of the 36th anniversary of the enactment of the Clean Water Act (October 18), Rep. James L. Oberstar, … Continue reading →

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Agriculture as a Source of Fuel: Prospects and Impacts, 2007 to 2017

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. Agriculture as a Source of Fuel: Prospects and Impacts, 2007 to 2017 (PDF; 61 KB) Source: Conference on Biofuels, Food & Feed Tradeoffs; Sponsored by Farm Foundation, USDA’s Office of Energy Policy and New Uses For most of … Continue reading →

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DOE and EPA Release Report on Advancing Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Laura B.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have released the report, Energy Efficiency in Data Centers: Recommendations for Government-Industry Coordination, which details the discussions and recommendations covered during a national strategy workshop on July 8, … Continue reading →

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