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America’s energy concerns of the past year have been overshadowed by the events of Sept. 11 and the attacks on Afghanistan. However, the memories of electricity shortages, and $2-a-gallon gasoline, apparently remain strong for many. A new Gallup poll shows widespread support for investment in the nation’s energy infrastructure, including the construction of new power generation plants and development of alternative energy sources, such as wind and solar power.
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Implementing airflow reductions and lower temperatures at one of its aircraft maintenance facilities could save BFGoodrich Aerospace an estimated $450,000 in annual energy bills.
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The Bonneville Power Administration has agreed to double its purchases of electricity from wind-powered devices, the U.S. Energy Department has announced.
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The European Environment Agency has issued a new report that identifies why some countries have better success than others with renewable energy projects.
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Could borax, the active ingredient in many detergents, make clean-running cars and trucks a reality? DaimlerChrysler is putting the idea to the test in a new concept minivan, which pairs a hydrogen-powered fuel cell with a novel fuel storage system.
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The U.S. Department of Energy has selected 28 new research and development projects designed to enhance industrial productivity by improving energy efficiency while reducing emissions and waste.
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The corner office is a hallmark of success. People love natural light and expansive views; windows and curtain walls are among the most expressive design tools, and an executive on the rise is sure to see this as a perk. However, building owners and facility executives know that windows can mean trouble. By David W. Altenhofen.
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A new technique developed by a small business sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy could slash air pollution produced by municipal landfills where Americans dump more than 100 million tons of garbage every year.
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Light emitting diode (LED) lights, which are only 0.04 Watts per bulb, use 10 times less energy than standard mini-lights and last up to 100,000 hours indoors. They’re a more environmentally friendly festive decoration for the holidays, says an energy efficiency advisory service.
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A British supermarket chain says it plans to press chicken waste and used cooking oil into service to power its delivery trucks.
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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has announced the development of a new highly efficient device for converting heat into electricity. MIT claims the device is two times more efficient than its closest commercial competitor, opening up new possibilities for making use of waste heat from vehicles, industrial processes, and power plants.
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An agency of four Northwestern states has proposed a regional conservation 'power plant' that would yield at least 300 average megawatts over three years. If approved by member states, the plan could deliver a wide-ranging, economical, efficient, and reliable power supply.
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Perhaps it's a new holiday tradition: two Western states have chosen energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lights for their official state Christmas trees. Oregon started the trend on its Capitol Christmas tree in late November, followed by Montana last week. The LED holiday lights use about 99% less energy than the larger, traditional holiday bulbs and last up to 100,000 hours when used indoors.
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Oregon's two largest electric utilities, Pacific Power and Portland General Electric, have announced that they both selected Green Mountain Energy Company as their new supplier of renewable power, subject to the signing of final contracts.
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The California Energy Commission has adopted the nation's toughest energy efficiency standards for central air conditioners -- a move that could further diminish electricity demand during hot summers.
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The 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah, are drawing on 350 portable generators to supply 100 megawatts of power for such critical functions as broadcasting, security, timing and results operations, and information technology.
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The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy commends the U.S. Senate for passing the Energy Title in the Farm Bill on Wednesday. The title provides energy efficiency and renewable audits, loans, and grants to farmers.
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State officials have announced an award of $776,900 to cover design costs for seven new or renovated “green” schools in Massachusetts.
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Washington, DC, has unveiled a fleet of 164 new natural gas fueled buses and a fueling station to serve them.
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Volkswagen AG has announced the successful completion of a long-range test drive of its hydrogen-powered “HY.POWER” fuel cell vehicle.
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British Petroleum is set to install solar-panel canopies at its 40 new BP Connect convenience stores in Orlando during the coming months to power the stores' gasoline pumps and lighting.
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Fuel cells and a future U.S. hydrogen economy got a boost Monday as the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) unveiled its FY 2003 budget requests.
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Employing automated control strategies can cut lighting costs by as much as 50%. By James Piper.
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As world leaders, we have every reason to adopt a forward-looking policy on energy savings and environmental responsibility. By Stephen M. Wolf, chairman and CEO of US Airways.
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A small Utah company brews award-winning beers such as Cutthroat Pale Ale and Kings Peak Porter, and now it's doing it with power generated by the strong winds of Wyoming.