If you think those interested in organically grown crops are just West Coast green freaks, well think again. Laidig said close to 93 percent of people want to know what’s organically grown when they go to the store.
This, even though his stimulus — including cash for clunkers, cash for caulkers, dollars for dishwashers (yes, there actually were money showers for home improvements and greener appliances), etc. — led downhill. The economy’s calamitous 0.8 percent …
This, even though his stimulus — including cash for clunkers, cash for caulkers, dollars for dishwashers (yes, there actually were money showers for home improvements and greener appliances), etc. — led downhill. The economy’s calamitous 0.8 percent …
Composting toilets can be configured to be zero-discharge, emitting no liquid or nitrogen at all into wastewater. Urine-diverting toilets, which differ only slightly from standard flush toilets in usage and appearance, eliminate about 85 percent of the …
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The popularity of bamboo flooring, as a greener alternative to wood, is gaining momentum. Bamboo can be harvested and used after three years of growth, and typically requires little in the way of pesticides or fertilizers. Bamboo produces up to 35 percent …
Wow. With GM’s February sales numbers surging 45.8 percent over a year ago, Greater Lansing has reason to join the cheers. Locally made vehicles all posted strong numbers. From the Lansing Grand River Plant, February sales of Cadillac CTS were up 124 …
“better building” – Bing News
Plumbing fixtures use almost 50 percent less water than typical fixtures. Teller cabinetry is made of bamboo, flooring is of renewable sources, the paints and furniture are free of volatile organic compounds. More than 40 percent of the materials were …
“bamboo flooring” – Bing News
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On the GreenBeat: Solyndra raises $75M credit facility, Reno's wind experiment
VentureBeat The world's largest solar market, Germany, recently decided to cut its subsidies by 15 percent starting in July. Reno sets up turbine experiment — The Nevada city, home to strong winds, has set up nine wind turbines around the city and is measuring … |
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Industries look beyond wind, solar energy
UPI.com MINNETONKA, Minn., Feb. 28 (UPI) — A massive kite used in the shipping industry could reduce fuel consumption by as much as 35 percent, US agricultural company Cargill announced. Cargill said it was teaming with German company SkySails to develop a … |
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Province staying course on wind turbines
Orangeville Citizen “The plan also includes increasing Ontario's renewable power supply from sources like wind, solar and bio-energy by 10 percent, up to 10700 megawatts. To help achieve this target the OPA will move forward shortly with the next round of clean energy … In too big a hurryThe Chronicle Journal Grid unprepared for wind, solar powerPetrolia Topic No one satisfied with Ontario energy policyNational Post Globe and Mail all 19 news articles » |