Modern Energy Plan Launch Featured on Sustainablog
As Seen On Sustainablog (December 2007): Because renewable adoption is still in a relatively early phase, information is key to bringing these technologies into the mainstream. SNIs created a simple, elegant option for providing that necessary information. Take a look at the sample plan they provide, and, if youre seriously considering renewables for your home or business, give the system a spin. I know other tools like these are on the horizon, and a healthy competitive environment will exist in this space shortly. At the same time, I think SNIs set a high bar for competitors. As always, I wish. |
Press Release from Solar Night Industries
12.13.2007-Solar Night Industries (PINKSHEETS: SLND), a renewable energy company formed to accelerate the adoption of Modern Energy Solutions, today issued a corporate update. See Full Press Release at Investor Relation Home. SHAREHOLDERS: Register Now For Solar Night Investor Relations Packet & Newsletter Updates |
We Can Lead our Leader
Sierra Club has started a “Be Part of the 2% Solution” Campaign. The motivation behind the campaign came from a growing consensus illustrated below: The world’s scientists agree: Global warming is real, here, and happening faster than anyone predicted. But scientists also say we can curb global warming and its consequences — if we take bold, comprehensive action now that adds up to an 80% cut in carbon emissions by 2050. That’s a do-able 2% cut a year for each of the next forty years. This seems very “do-able”! My wife and I already bike commute, we eat local and. |
Entangled photons created from quantum dots
To exploit the quantum world to the fullest, a key commodity is entanglement — the spooky, distance-defying link that can form between objects such as atoms even when they are completely shielded from one another. Now, physicists have developed a promising new source of entangled photons using quantum dots tweaked with a laser. |
DOE Announces $1.4 Billion Investment to Reduce Carbon Emissions
On June 8, 2009, the Department of Energy (”DOE”) issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (”FOA”) to deploy over $1.4 billion from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to be used to lower our nation’s carbon emissions. Applications under this FOA are due August 7, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Most types of entities are eligible to apply. |
Will Federal “Cash for Appliances” Subsidy Spark Manufacturers?
 by Beth BuczynskiCash for Clunkers, the casual name for the government rebate program that paid thousands of drivers to swap their gas guzzlers for newer, more efficient models, was wildly successful, leaving many people shocked when they learned the program was over before the had a chance to take advantage of it.The good news is that we’ve seen several reincarnations of the program, the latest of which is designed to motivate people to trade in their inefficient household appliances for models bearing the EnergyStar label of approval.Unlike Cash for Clunkers, in which cloudy details about how to qualify and infrastructure problems caused some disgruntled consumers, manufacturers in the Cash for Appliances program are taking setting up an online infrastructure that will make it easier for consumers to apply for rebates.Environmental Leader reports that “the federal government is kicking in $300 million for states to disburse as part of the energy efficiency upgrade program, which came about after the Cash for Clunkers car rebate program,” and all major appliance manufacturers are hoping to reap the benefits of an expected spike in purchases.According to EnergyStar.gov, all 50 States, Washington DC, and 5 US territories will have an appliance rebate program, although specific details of the program and the amount of money available for rebates might vary in each state. Consumers interested in taking advantage of the program in their area are encouraged to view the interactive map of states and territories with approved programs at EnergySavers.gov.Whirlpool Corporation recently launched an easy-to-use rebate finder tool on three of its brand Web sites - Whirlpool, Maytag and KitchenAid brands, according to a recent press release. By entering a local zip code and appliance type, the online tool instantly informs the consumer of the amount of applicable state rebates through the federal program. Additionally, the rebate finder will provide information on rebates from a consumer’s local utility company if available.A general Web site, EcoRebates, has also sprung up to help consumers find rebates and connect with local participating appliance dealers.Besides making better use of the internet, many consumers and manufacturers are relieve to hear that this program won’t require the trade in of a old appliance; however, this raises interesting questions about whether or not consumers will be able to properly dispose of this electronic waste, which is classified by the EPA as hazardous.Reprinted with permission from Earth & Industry |
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