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Scientists: Wastewater Can Be An Energy Superstar
Researchers at Oregon State University say their new microbial fuel cell is 10 to 50 times better at producing power from wastewater than current versions.
The Truth About Vampire Energy (And How To Vanquish It)
The good news about energy vampires is you don’t need a wooden stake or shirtless werewolf to vanquish them.
Low-Cost, Big-Time Energy Storage Gets A Go
A U.K. startup gets $22 million to test its system of Pumped Heat Electricity Storage, which would become wind power’s best friend if it works.
US Wave Energy Testing Set To Hit The Surf
This summer a milestone in the U.S. wave energy technology sector will be reached with the launch of the first ever test platform off the Oregon coast.
Navy’s Hawaii Ocean Energy Plans Taking Shape
The Navy, working with the U.S. Department of Energy, will pick three ocean energy power developers to occupy Wave Energy Test Site moorings at Kaneohe Bay.
Clean Energy On The Farm Gets Big US Assist
The Obama administration is promoting the successes of the Rural Energy for America Program, which backs renewable energy and efficiency on U.S. farms.
Green Military: Battlefield Energy Goals Mapped Out
The Pentagon announces an implementation plan for its bold, renewables-heavy energy strategy, with security, innovation and efficiency key planks.
Ubiquitous Energy: A Solar Game-Changer?
Miles Barr, who recently completed his Ph.D. at MIT, won the Lemelson-MIT Student Prize for a new approach to solar cells that could make generation ubiquitous.
U.S. Drop In Energy Use: It’s A Feature, Not a Bug!
The money-centric become hysterical when they see energy use drop, even though, says columnist Susan Kraemer, it’s really a sign of progress.
DOE Clean Energy Loans Less Risky Than Thought
The White House cheers an independent audit that finds the U.S. Department of Energy’s loan portfolio is at less risk than previously thought.
Obama Budget Pumps Up Clean Energy, FWIW
The president said he wouldn’t back down on clean-energy investment, and his 2013 budget comes through—but turning proposals into reality will be a challenge.
Solar Energy Trade Battle Heats Up Again
Opponents say a study shows duties on Chinese PV would result in big U.S. job losses, while SolarWorld wins a “critical circumstance” ruling from the U.S.
Obama Plans Paint Aggressive Clean Energy Push
The White House has spelled out more in depth the clean energy action items called for by the president in his State of the Union, and they are some hefty goals indeed.