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Poll: Americans Warm Up Slightly To Pure Electric Cars
A recent Harris poll finds Americans still remain not overly impressed by pure electric vehicles, but they may at least be warming up to them more.
Obama, Lacking Magic Wand, Sets New Renewable Energy Goals
Along with limiting CO2 emissions from power plants, President Obama says he’ll push for additional renewable energy, including more big projects on public lands.
‘Earthship’ Passivhaus Comes With Nibblers On The Roof
Kaplan Thompson’s net-zero-energy farmhouse in Virginia, which meets Passivhaus standards and is on track for LEED Platinum, is also built for sheep grazing on its roof.
Another ‘Smart’ Power Outlet Launches on Kickstarter
See and reduce energy waste through Valta’s smart outlet/app combo.
Solar Helps US Army Keep Snipers At Bay
A solar-powered microgrid gives the U.S. Army the juice it needs to run an anti-sniper surveillance system in Afghanistan.
Wind To Hydrogen Passes Big Test In Germany
E.On says it successfully ran a test on a German power to gas system in which wind powers hydrogen production for use in the natural gas system.
Is This Egyptian Hotel The Most Sustainable In The World?
Using 10,000-year-old building methods and eschewing all electricity, the Adere Amellal Hotel in Egypt’s Siwa Oasis may be one of the most energy efficient, sustainable hotels in the world.
Sears Holdings Tries To Recycle The ‘Big Box’
Sears Holdings’ new Ubiquity division wants to adapt its closed Sears and Kmart retail stories into cost-effective data centers, disaster recovery depots or cell-tower locations.
Solar Impulse Dries Off, Reaches Washington
A moist layover in Cincinnati can’t keep the Solar Impulse airplane from completing the St. Louis-D.C. leg of its cross-U.S. journey.
Oasis Of Green Education To Appear In The Desert
Phase One of the new College of the Desert campus in Palm Springs is expected to produce more energy than it consumes, largely through a 60-acre solar farm.
Wireless EV Charging Ready For Leaf, Volt Owners
Wireless charging of electric vehicles in the U.S. will become more of a reality for owners of the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt come July.
EPA Helping Small Businesses Develop Green Tech Innovations
The EPA’s Small Business Innovation Research program is using $2 million in funding to help small businesses develop technologies for the environment.
A Pocket-Sized Micro House Built To Withstand Severe Weather
A labor of love (that’s now for sale), this Pocket Shelter might just be the perfect place to wait out a storm.