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Renewable Biofuels and Chemicals: Scale Up is King and Long Game Focus Key

CleanTechies Guest AuthorPublished on Date June 19th, 2013 by CleanTechies Guest Author
Posted in Category Biofuel, Finance, North America
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VCs, driven by their appetite for quick results, are missing out on huge opportunities in renewable biofuels and chemicals. That leaves the market wide open to a variety of alternative investors who, if equipped with the patience needed, will realize the substantial returns that await those who can see the industry through a long lens. Only time will tell who will take Continue reading… » 



Low-Cost Deals and Incentives Drive Record Sales of Electric Cars

Yale Environment 360Published on Date June 19th, 2013 by Yale Environment 360
Posted in Category Electric Vehicles, North America
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After years of sluggish sales, the market for electric vehicles has surged in recent months in response to an escalating price war among automakers that has helped reduce the high up-front costs that have slowed the emerging EV sector.

Since Nissan reduced the price of its electric Leaf by Continue reading… » 



Including All the Benefits in Cost-Benefit Analyses of Solar

The Vote Solar InitiativePublished on Date June 18th, 2013 by The Vote Solar Initiative
Posted in Category North America, Solar
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When it comes to evaluating our energy options, policymakers typically perform cost-benefit analyses. That seems pretty uncontroversial, right? Where it gets squirrelly is in the selection of ingredients. What costs to include? Short term costs, or long-term? Include externalities? If a particular technology emits pollutants that threaten life on earth as we know it, Continue reading… » 



In the World of Smart Grid, Energy Analytics Represents Huge Growth Market

2GreenEnergyPublished on Date June 18th, 2013 by 2GreenEnergy
Posted in Category North America, Smart Grid
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Whenever I speak to an audience about the burgeoning opportunities in clean energy, I’m careful not to overlook the analytics segment. The global EAUA market (energy analytics and utility analytics market, meaning solar analytics, oil & gas analytics, water analytics, and waste analytics), which, according to Global Energy World, is estimated to Continue reading… » 



Gridtest Aims For EV and Charger Harmony

CleanTechies Guest AuthorPublished on Date June 18th, 2013 by CleanTechies Guest Author
Posted in Category Asia-Pacific, Electric Vehicles, North America
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There are only a few plug-in electric vehicles on the market, but more are on the way. Meanwhile, there are already dozen of chargers out there, also known as Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). Sure, the EV manufacturer recommends a certain brand. But there are so many to choose from, and others that claim to be compatible with your brand of Continue reading… » 



Energy Costs: How Come Granny is Still in Her Chair?

Elisa WoodPublished on Date June 17th, 2013 by Elisa Wood
Posted in Category Efficiency, North America
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Granny was thrown out of her wheelchair and off a cliff in one of the most controversial ads of the 2012 US presidential election. Whether you love or hate the clip, which went after Republicans on Medicare, it shows the emotional tenor we bring to the debate over health care costs. Continue reading… » 



4 Ways Your Business Can Improve Energy Efficiency

CleanTechies Guest AuthorPublished on Date June 17th, 2013 by CleanTechies Guest Author
Posted in Category Efficiency, North America
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There are many compelling reasons for actively improving energy efficiency in your business. Not only will you save money and resources, you’ll also have the distinction of promoting your company as environmentally friendly. Whether you’re interested in small changes or sweeping alterations, you’ll find many ways you can make your business more Continue reading… » 



Loofah Plant Seeds Absorb Organic Pollutants and Heavy Metals from Wastewater

CelsiasPublished on Date June 17th, 2013 by Celsias
Posted in Category Green Chemistry, Water Resources
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Seeds and oils from the plant that produces the loofah sponge could help purify wastewater and prevent the spread of waterborne diseases in the developing world, according to a scientist speaking today at the 17th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference in Bethesda, Md. The low-cost, biodegradable seeds and substances made from oils of these seeds Continue reading… » 



Travelogue – 2013 Kia Soul! Gets the Job Done in Atlanta

Walter WangPublished on Date June 16th, 2013 by Walter Wang
Posted in Category North America, Transportation
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It’s not every day that I am afforded the opportunity to have a car dropped off at the airport terminal for me to just get in and drive for several days. When that opportunity comes up, there is no question what the answer is – yes! Recently, on my travels to Atlanta, a 2013 Kia Soul! was delivered to me outside the terminal at Hartsfield International Airport. Given the Continue reading… » 



Net Metering Win Will Help Keep NY Shining

The Vote Solar InitiativePublished on Date June 14th, 2013 by The Vote Solar Initiative
Posted in Category North America, Solar
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Great news from New York. No – it’s not that lawmakers have successfully delivered massive solar legislation to the Governor’s desk (YET!). But almost as great. In anticipation of an explosion of solar growth from Governor Cuomo’s NY-Sun Initiative, the New York Public Service Commission just approved a decision to triple the state’s net metering cap. More details and the decision Continue reading… » 



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