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"New Diesels Cut Soot, Smog Over 90%

"For decades, diesel trucks and buses have spewed large amounts of soot, smog-causing gases and carcinogens into the air. But new diesel engines are more than 90 percent cleaner than a few years ago, far exceeding the emission reductions required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, according to a new independent study released Thursday. Data show new diesel technologies are working even better than expected."

Source: Env. Health News, 06/19/2009

"Estimate Places Natural Gas Reserves 35% Higher"

Estimated U.S. gas reserves have increased by 35 percent, according to a group of experts connected with the Colorado School of Mines -- although much of that increase would come from hydraulic fracturing of shale, a technique whose effects raise environmental concern.

Source: NYTimes, 06/19/2009

"'Cash-for-Clunkers' Bill Passes in Bid To Revive Car Sales"

"The Senate approved a $1 billion program yesterday to give vouchers to consumers who trade in their gas-guzzling clunkers for more fuel-efficient models -- a move that dealers hope will revive slumping auto sales."

Source: Wash Post, 06/19/2009

"Can 'Hamster Power' Help Save the West's Landscapes"

Small-scale, local power generation could reshape our energy system.

Source: High Country News, 06/18/2009

"Biggest U.S. Community College System Nears Energy Independence"

"By the middle of next year, the nine campuses that make up the nation's largest community college system plan to be completely energy self-sufficient. It's a huge step, and it will begin saving money immediately."

Thursday, June 18, 2009

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US, EU Raise Efficiency Standards for Office Equipment

"The European Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency agreed today to implement new higher energy-efficiency specifications for computers, copiers and printers under the EU-US Energy Star Programme."

Source: ENS, 06/18/2009

"U.S. Chooses Four Utilities to Revive Nuclear Industry"

"Four power companies are expected to split $18.5 billion in federal financing to build the next generation of nuclear reactors."

Source: Wall St. Journal, 06/18/2009

"Expansive Energy Bill Advances In Congress"

"A Senate energy bill was voted out of committee yesterday, but not before losing the support of two Democrats and a dozen leading environmental organizations."

Source: Wash Post, 06/18/2009

"Congress Hears Debate Over Grid Expansion"

There is a debate in Congress over the wisdom of a massive expansion of the U.S. electrical grid.

Source: SolveClimate, 06/17/2009

"Pitching Diesels as an Eco-Friendly Option"

"If you’re thinking about buying a cleaner, more fuel-efficient car, you might think a hybrid is your best option. But some automakers want people to look at an older technology when they’re looking for green cars: the diesel engine."

Source: Environment Report, 06/17/2009

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