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Generally, remediation means giving a remedy. In this article, the term refers to the removal of pollution or contaminants from environmental media such as soil, groundwater, sediment, or surface water for the general protection of human health and the environment or from a brownfield site intended for redevelopment. Remediation is generally subject to an array of regulatory requirements, and also can be based on assessments of human health and ecological risks where no legislated standards exist or where standards are advisory.
Remediation in terms of new media, is the representation of one medium in another (Jay David Bolter and Richard Grusin 1999).
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Scientists Gear Up To Decode Cassava Genome
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 06:33:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2006/060830.htm?pf=1 Efforts to sequence the genome of cassava, a staple food for millions of people worldwide, could yield the genetic keys to unlocking new traits for improved yield, more protein and even novel industrial applications—like putting fuel in the gas tank.
The Last Straw? Making Gas From Crop Residue
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 06:27:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2006/060831.htm?pf=1 The Pacific Northwest grass seed industry that provides seed for lush lawns for homes, parks and golf courses also produces millions of tons of straw every year. Agricultural Research Service researchers in Corvallis, OR and Wyndmoor, PA are developing technology for converting that straw into synthetic gas that can be used to produce electricity or liquid fuel.
A Renewable-Energy Update from Agriculture
Thu, 24 Aug 2006 10:27:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/AR/archive/aug06/energy0806.htm Texas and Minnesota are striving to become leaders in renewable energy use—relying on everything from wind power to hydrogen fuel.
Energy and Agriculture
Thu, 10 Aug 2006 12:21:00 -0000
http://www.usda.gov/documents/Farmbill07energy.pdf As one of the 2007 Farm Bill theme papers, this document describes the current role of U.S. agriculture in energy production and efforts to conserve energy use in agriculture, discusses and evaluates energy programs administered by the Department of Agriculture (USDA), and concludes with a discussion of general policy approaches associated with energy and agriculture. The Executive Summary is located at http://www.usda.gov/documents/Farmbill07energysum.pdf
New Bioenergy Research Centers
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 08:01:00 -0000
http://www.acore.org/programs/eventscalendar.php American Council on Renewable Energy Calendar.
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Global Slowdown and Rising Food Prices Implications for South Asia
B-SPAN Washington, D.C. On April 24th, 2008, the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN), on behalf of the World Bank, presented a panel discussion on the recent rise in food prices and its impact on South Asia. Juan Blazquez Ancin, Knowledge Management Officer with the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN), opened the session with an introduction of the moderator, Syed Ejaz Ghani, the Economic Advisor for the World Banks Asia Poverty Reduction Economic Management Network (PREM). The event featured four additional speakers, each of whom shared their ideas and suggestions on current trends and the potential consequences. Notable attendees participating via videoconference were groups from offices in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka.
The EastEast Corridor The Growing Middle EastAsia Energy Relationship and Capital Flows
B-SPAN On June 10th, 2008, the World Bank Institute Oil, Gas, and Mining Policy Division (COCPO), sponsored a panel discussion entitled The EastEast Corridor The Growing Middle East Asia Energy Relationship and Capital Flows. Chaired by Paulo de Sa, Sector Manager in the Oil, Gas and Mining Policy Division of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the event was the second in a series of World Bank sponsored workshops highlighting trade flows and foreign investment within important regions.
3. Closing Session and TakeAway Messages
B-SPAN The session Closing and Takeaway messages was moderated by Pamela Cox, Vice President of the Latin America and Caribbean Region of the World Bank and featured the following panelists Robert Weiner, Tom Fearnley, and Marciel Grodzicki.
2. Lunchtime Session with Guy Caruso
B-SPAN Arvind Gupta, Lead Financial Sector Specialist at the World Bank, introduced the main speaker, Guy Caruso, noting the many different perspectives Caruso brings to the topic of oil price volatility. Caruso, an Administrator in the Energy Information Administration (EIA) of the United States Energy Department, stated that the EIA periodically publishes reports on the subject on the state of the world oil market and provides analysis for hypothetical policy scenarios.
1. Opening Session
B-SPAN The high and volatile oil prices pose a serious threat to financial sector stability and growth in todays global economy. Developing countries are most at risk, and the poorest people stand to suffer more as food prices increase with rising energy costs. The potential for instability has led policymakers to seek to understand how oilprice dynamics will continue to develop in the near future. To explore these issues, the World Bank Institute and the George Washington University jointly held the global finance forum entitled Oil Price Volatility, Economic Impacts, and Financial Management RiskManagement Experience, Best Practice, and Outlook in Washington D.C. on March 10 and 11 of 2008.
Financing Energy Efficiency Lessons from Brazil, China, India and Beyond
B-SPAN Todays world faces an ever growing environmental challenge. The rapidly escalating increase in both energy prices and greenhouse gas emissions is a global issue. Furthermore, demand for energy from China, India and Brazil is surging. On February 27, 2008, the book Financing Energy Efficiency Lessons from Brazil, China, India, and Beyond , was launched at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, D.C. The books author and a panel of experts explained how without significant gains from energy efficiency efforts, China, India and Brazil will more than double their energy use and greenhouse gas emissions within a single human generation.
U.S. Department of Energy - Press Releases
Australia, Iceland and the U.S. Launch International Partnership to Promote Advanced Geothermal Technologies
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
REYKJAVIK, ICELAND -- Acting Assistant Secretary Fredriksen, Australia’s Ambassador to Iceland Sharyn Minahan, and Iceland’s Minister of Industry Energy and Tourism Ossur Skarphedinsson sign the charter of the International Partnership for Geothermal Technology (IPGT), signaling the commitment of the three countries to aggressively foster and promote cutting edge geothermal technologies to promote energy security and address global climate change.
GLAST Observatory Renamed for Fermi, Reveals Entire Gamma-Ray Sky
Tue, 26 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- DOE and NASA announce that the Gamma-Ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) has revealed its first all-sky map in gamma rays.
DOE Kicks Off Old Refrigerator Recycling Effort
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON – DOE unveils The Art of Recycling: The Coolest Show in Town, a special exhibit at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C..
DOI Designates B Reactor at DOE’s Hanford Site as a National Historic Landmark
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, DC – Department of the Interior (DOI) Deputy Secretary Lynn Scarlett and Acting Deputy Secretary Kupfer announce the designation of DOE’s B Reactor as a National Historic Landmark and unveiled DOE’s plan for a new public access program to enable American citizens to visit B Reactor during the 2009 tourist season.
DOE Announces $26 Million to Develop Energy Efficient Processes for U.S. Industry
Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Mizroch announces over $26 million in federal funding over three years, subject to Congressional appropriations, cost-shared development of energy-efficient industrial processes in the steel and other energy-intensive industries.
DOE, NRC Issue Licensing Roadmap For Next-Generation Nuclear Plant
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, DC -- DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) deliver to Congress the Next Generation Nuclear Plant (NGNP) Licensing Strategy Report which describes the licensing approach, the analytical tools, the research and development activities and the estimated resources required to license an advanced reactor design by 2017 and begin operation by 2021.
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Allegheny Gains Regulatory Approval for Green Pricing
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Allegheny Power, the electric delivery subsidiary of Allegheny Energy, Inc., announced today that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has approved Allegheny’s request to offer a voluntary wind energy program to its electric customers in the state. In conjunction with its Watt Watchers energy conservation campaign, Allegheny has partnered with Community ...
City of Gresham Becomes EPA Green Power Community
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
The City of Gresham has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an EPA Green Power Community, becoming the seventh community in Oregon and the 14th in the nation to receive the designation. The federal agency extends the honor to communities that show their environmental commitment by purchasing renewable energy in amounts that meet or exceed EPA purchase requirements. Gresham electricity customers have surpassed the Gresham Green Power Challenge goal of 300 new renewable power ...
Xcel MN Customers Save on Wind in July
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Minnesota customers that are signed up for Xcel Energy’s Windsource voluntary renewable energy program found a pleasant surprise in their utility bills for July 2008. Windsource customers in the state actually paid less for wind energy than customers paid for fossil-fuel generated electricity. Windsource customers are exempted from paying a separate fuel cost (known as the energy cost adjustment) because wind energy does not use the fossil fuel paid for by the charge. When the ...
Facebook Launches Green Energy Application
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Facebook, the online social networking site, launched an application designed to promote renewable energy awareness and participation. Village Green Energy designed the Facebook application, named Green My Vino. Participating wineries will purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) from Village Green Energy, based on milestone levels of Green Power Minutes Facebook users give to each other. Each Green Power Minute is ...
Eagles Win 'Stevie' for Going Green
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
The Philadelphia Eagles football team was recognized with a Stevie award for Best Corporate Environmental Responsibility Program, for its Go Green environmental program. As part of the program, the Eagles are purchasing about 14 million kWh of wind energy RECs per year from NativeEnergy, or the equivalent of 100% of the team's electricity use for its operations, including those of its ...
ARAMARK Participates in EPA's Fortune 500 Challenge
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations, a division of ARAMARK, which provides a wide range of professional services, including property management, hospitality services and recreational support to tourist destinations throughout the United States, was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its support and participation in the Agency's Fortune 500 Green Power Challenge. ARAMARK purchases more than 15 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power, which is enough to meet 100% of the company's annual purchased ...
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United States, Australia, and Iceland to Promote Geothermal Energy
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700
The United States, Australia, and Iceland signed a charter on August 28 to launch the International Partnership for Geothermal Technology, which will foster and promote cutting-edge geothermal technologies and help address energy security and address global climate change.
GM to Spend $500 Million to Launch the Chevy Cruze, a New Small Car
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:03 -0700
General Motors Corporation (GM) plans to launch a new fuel-efficient compact car in the United States, and to do so, the company is investing $350 million in its Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant. Another $150 million will introduce the vehicle to its U.S. customers.
Google.org Invests $10 Million in Enhanced Geothermal Systems
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:02 -0700
The philanthropic arm of Google is investing $10.25 million in Enhanced Geothermal Systems technology, which involves fracturing high-temperature rocks deep underground to either create a new geothermal reservoir or to enhance an existing one.
Hawaii's Conversion of Coal Plant to Biomass Marks a New Trend
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0700
A coal-fired power plant on Hawaii's Big Island will be following a trend as it is converted into a 24-megawatt biomass power plant. A similar coal-to-biomass conversion was accomplished in New Hampshire in 2006, and plans are underway for similar projects in Georgia and Wisconsin.
High Fuel Costs Ground U.S. Travelers on Labor Day Weekend
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700
Kerosene-based jet fuel is costing 79% more this summer than it did last summer, causing rising airfairs and airline schedule cuts. Energy costs are also crimping family budgets, and these combined factors are being blamed for a 5.7% drop in U.S. air travel during this year's Labor Day holiday.
Refrigerator Recycling Campaign Spawns a Unique Art Exhibit
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700
An Energy Star campaign to promote the recycling of refrigerators has resulted in an art exhibit that is filling the Great Hall of the National Building Museum with old refrigerators. "The Art of Recycling: The Coolest Act in Town" opened on August 25 and features about 50 old refrigerators that have been decorated by students, institutions, utility companies, private organizations, and individuals.
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Scientists Gear Up To Decode Cassava Genome
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 06:33:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2006/060830.htm?pf=1 Efforts to sequence the genome of cassava, a staple food for millions of people worldwide, could yield the genetic keys to unlocking new traits for improved yield, more protein and even novel industrial applications—like putting fuel in the gas tank.
The Last Straw? Making Gas From Crop Residue
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 06:27:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2006/060831.htm?pf=1 The Pacific Northwest grass seed industry that provides seed for lush lawns for homes, parks and golf courses also produces millions of tons of straw every year. Agricultural Research Service researchers in Corvallis, OR and Wyndmoor, PA are developing technology for converting that straw into synthetic gas that can be used to produce electricity or liquid fuel.
A Renewable-Energy Update from Agriculture
Thu, 24 Aug 2006 10:27:00 -0000
http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/AR/archive/aug06/energy0806.htm Texas and Minnesota are striving to become leaders in renewable energy use—relying on everything from wind power to hydrogen fuel.
Energy and Agriculture
Thu, 10 Aug 2006 12:21:00 -0000
http://www.usda.gov/documents/Farmbill07energy.pdf As one of the 2007 Farm Bill theme papers, this document describes the current role of U.S. agriculture in energy production and efforts to conserve energy use in agriculture, discusses and evaluates energy programs administered by the Department of Agriculture (USDA), and concludes with a discussion of general policy approaches associated with energy and agriculture. The Executive Summary is located at http://www.usda.gov/documents/Farmbill07energysum.pdf
New Bioenergy Research Centers
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 08:01:00 -0000
http://www.acore.org/programs/eventscalendar.php American Council on Renewable Energy Calendar.
Energy
Global Slowdown and Rising Food Prices Implications for South Asia
B-SPAN Washington, D.C. On April 24th, 2008, the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN), on behalf of the World Bank, presented a panel discussion on the recent rise in food prices and its impact on South Asia. Juan Blazquez Ancin, Knowledge Management Officer with the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN), opened the session with an introduction of the moderator, Syed Ejaz Ghani, the Economic Advisor for the World Banks Asia Poverty Reduction Economic Management Network (PREM). The event featured four additional speakers, each of whom shared their ideas and suggestions on current trends and the potential consequences. Notable attendees participating via videoconference were groups from offices in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka.
The EastEast Corridor The Growing Middle EastAsia Energy Relationship and Capital Flows
B-SPAN On June 10th, 2008, the World Bank Institute Oil, Gas, and Mining Policy Division (COCPO), sponsored a panel discussion entitled The EastEast Corridor The Growing Middle East Asia Energy Relationship and Capital Flows. Chaired by Paulo de Sa, Sector Manager in the Oil, Gas and Mining Policy Division of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the event was the second in a series of World Bank sponsored workshops highlighting trade flows and foreign investment within important regions.
3. Closing Session and TakeAway Messages
B-SPAN The session Closing and Takeaway messages was moderated by Pamela Cox, Vice President of the Latin America and Caribbean Region of the World Bank and featured the following panelists Robert Weiner, Tom Fearnley, and Marciel Grodzicki.
2. Lunchtime Session with Guy Caruso
B-SPAN Arvind Gupta, Lead Financial Sector Specialist at the World Bank, introduced the main speaker, Guy Caruso, noting the many different perspectives Caruso brings to the topic of oil price volatility. Caruso, an Administrator in the Energy Information Administration (EIA) of the United States Energy Department, stated that the EIA periodically publishes reports on the subject on the state of the world oil market and provides analysis for hypothetical policy scenarios.
1. Opening Session
B-SPAN The high and volatile oil prices pose a serious threat to financial sector stability and growth in todays global economy. Developing countries are most at risk, and the poorest people stand to suffer more as food prices increase with rising energy costs. The potential for instability has led policymakers to seek to understand how oilprice dynamics will continue to develop in the near future. To explore these issues, the World Bank Institute and the George Washington University jointly held the global finance forum entitled Oil Price Volatility, Economic Impacts, and Financial Management RiskManagement Experience, Best Practice, and Outlook in Washington D.C. on March 10 and 11 of 2008.
Financing Energy Efficiency Lessons from Brazil, China, India and Beyond
B-SPAN Todays world faces an ever growing environmental challenge. The rapidly escalating increase in both energy prices and greenhouse gas emissions is a global issue. Furthermore, demand for energy from China, India and Brazil is surging. On February 27, 2008, the book Financing Energy Efficiency Lessons from Brazil, China, India, and Beyond , was launched at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, D.C. The books author and a panel of experts explained how without significant gains from energy efficiency efforts, China, India and Brazil will more than double their energy use and greenhouse gas emissions within a single human generation.
U.S. Department of Energy - Press Releases
Australia, Iceland and the U.S. Launch International Partnership to Promote Advanced Geothermal Technologies
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
REYKJAVIK, ICELAND -- Acting Assistant Secretary Fredriksen, Australia’s Ambassador to Iceland Sharyn Minahan, and Iceland’s Minister of Industry Energy and Tourism Ossur Skarphedinsson sign the charter of the International Partnership for Geothermal Technology (IPGT), signaling the commitment of the three countries to aggressively foster and promote cutting edge geothermal technologies to promote energy security and address global climate change.
GLAST Observatory Renamed for Fermi, Reveals Entire Gamma-Ray Sky
Tue, 26 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- DOE and NASA announce that the Gamma-Ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) has revealed its first all-sky map in gamma rays.
DOE Kicks Off Old Refrigerator Recycling Effort
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON – DOE unveils The Art of Recycling: The Coolest Show in Town, a special exhibit at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C..
DOI Designates B Reactor at DOE’s Hanford Site as a National Historic Landmark
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, DC – Department of the Interior (DOI) Deputy Secretary Lynn Scarlett and Acting Deputy Secretary Kupfer announce the designation of DOE’s B Reactor as a National Historic Landmark and unveiled DOE’s plan for a new public access program to enable American citizens to visit B Reactor during the 2009 tourist season.
DOE Announces $26 Million to Develop Energy Efficient Processes for U.S. Industry
Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Mizroch announces over $26 million in federal funding over three years, subject to Congressional appropriations, cost-shared development of energy-efficient industrial processes in the steel and other energy-intensive industries.
DOE, NRC Issue Licensing Roadmap For Next-Generation Nuclear Plant
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON, DC -- DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) deliver to Congress the Next Generation Nuclear Plant (NGNP) Licensing Strategy Report which describes the licensing approach, the analytical tools, the research and development activities and the estimated resources required to license an advanced reactor design by 2017 and begin operation by 2021.
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Allegheny Gains Regulatory Approval for Green Pricing
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Allegheny Power, the electric delivery subsidiary of Allegheny Energy, Inc., announced today that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has approved Allegheny’s request to offer a voluntary wind energy program to its electric customers in the state. In conjunction with its Watt Watchers energy conservation campaign, Allegheny has partnered with Community ...
City of Gresham Becomes EPA Green Power Community
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
The City of Gresham has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an EPA Green Power Community, becoming the seventh community in Oregon and the 14th in the nation to receive the designation. The federal agency extends the honor to communities that show their environmental commitment by purchasing renewable energy in amounts that meet or exceed EPA purchase requirements. Gresham electricity customers have surpassed the Gresham Green Power Challenge goal of 300 new renewable power ...
Xcel MN Customers Save on Wind in July
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Minnesota customers that are signed up for Xcel Energy’s Windsource voluntary renewable energy program found a pleasant surprise in their utility bills for July 2008. Windsource customers in the state actually paid less for wind energy than customers paid for fossil-fuel generated electricity. Windsource customers are exempted from paying a separate fuel cost (known as the energy cost adjustment) because wind energy does not use the fossil fuel paid for by the charge. When the ...
Facebook Launches Green Energy Application
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
Facebook, the online social networking site, launched an application designed to promote renewable energy awareness and participation. Village Green Energy designed the Facebook application, named Green My Vino. Participating wineries will purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) from Village Green Energy, based on milestone levels of Green Power Minutes Facebook users give to each other. Each Green Power Minute is ...
Eagles Win 'Stevie' for Going Green
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
The Philadelphia Eagles football team was recognized with a Stevie award for Best Corporate Environmental Responsibility Program, for its Go Green environmental program. As part of the program, the Eagles are purchasing about 14 million kWh of wind energy RECs per year from NativeEnergy, or the equivalent of 100% of the team's electricity use for its operations, including those of its ...
ARAMARK Participates in EPA's Fortune 500 Challenge
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations, a division of ARAMARK, which provides a wide range of professional services, including property management, hospitality services and recreational support to tourist destinations throughout the United States, was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its support and participation in the Agency's Fortune 500 Green Power Challenge. ARAMARK purchases more than 15 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power, which is enough to meet 100% of the company's annual purchased ...
EERE Network News
United States, Australia, and Iceland to Promote Geothermal Energy
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700
The United States, Australia, and Iceland signed a charter on August 28 to launch the International Partnership for Geothermal Technology, which will foster and promote cutting-edge geothermal technologies and help address energy security and address global climate change.
GM to Spend $500 Million to Launch the Chevy Cruze, a New Small Car
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:03 -0700
General Motors Corporation (GM) plans to launch a new fuel-efficient compact car in the United States, and to do so, the company is investing $350 million in its Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant. Another $150 million will introduce the vehicle to its U.S. customers.
Google.org Invests $10 Million in Enhanced Geothermal Systems
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:02 -0700
The philanthropic arm of Google is investing $10.25 million in Enhanced Geothermal Systems technology, which involves fracturing high-temperature rocks deep underground to either create a new geothermal reservoir or to enhance an existing one.
Hawaii's Conversion of Coal Plant to Biomass Marks a New Trend
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0700
A coal-fired power plant on Hawaii's Big Island will be following a trend as it is converted into a 24-megawatt biomass power plant. A similar coal-to-biomass conversion was accomplished in New Hampshire in 2006, and plans are underway for similar projects in Georgia and Wisconsin.
High Fuel Costs Ground U.S. Travelers on Labor Day Weekend
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700
Kerosene-based jet fuel is costing 79% more this summer than it did last summer, causing rising airfairs and airline schedule cuts. Energy costs are also crimping family budgets, and these combined factors are being blamed for a 5.7% drop in U.S. air travel during this year's Labor Day holiday.
Refrigerator Recycling Campaign Spawns a Unique Art Exhibit
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700
An Energy Star campaign to promote the recycling of refrigerators has resulted in an art exhibit that is filling the Great Hall of the National Building Museum with old refrigerators. "The Art of Recycling: The Coolest Act in Town" opened on August 25 and features about 50 old refrigerators that have been decorated by students, institutions, utility companies, private organizations, and individuals.
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