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Aerodynamic Shape for Truck Trailers Can Lead to Reduction in Fuel Consumption and Emissions

Creating an improved aerodynamic shape for truck trailers by mounting sideskirts can lead to a cut in fuel consumption and emissions of up to as much as 15%.

17 Apr 2008

Unintended Environmental and Social Consequences of Food-to-Fuel Mandates

Today, three top environmental experts addressed reporters, calling attention to the serious consequences of Congressional food-to-fuel mandates on the environment, world hunger, and American consumers. The experts also urged Congress to revisit these policies.

17 Apr 2008

Green Energy for Homes, Cars and More

Unusual and innovative power sources continue to encourage green energy for our homes, cars and more, according to recent stories by Electrical Contractor magazine, published by the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

17 Apr 2008

The Creation of The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity

More than 40 leading U.S. companies from the electricity generation, transportation, coal production, energy technology, and equipment manufacturing industries have aligned to create the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE).

17 Apr 2008

Conference to Feature Alternative Energy + Green Tech Companies for First Time

Now in its 10th year, the AeA Micro Cap Financial Conference continues to provide public technology companies with the perfect venue to showcase their companies to key technology investors.

17 Apr 2008

Material Breakthrough Delivers Cleaner and More Energy-Efficient Products

GMZ Energy today announced the availability of a breakthrough material designed for a new generation of cleaner, more energy-efficient products.

17 Apr 2008

Utility Offers Cash Grant and Employee Volunteers for Park Projects

Pacific Gas and Electric Company today announced that it is granting $162,000 to the California State Parks Foundation to help fund restoration and environmental improvement projects.

17 Apr 2008

Customers Could Benefit Greatly From Low-Cost Renewable Hydroelectric Power

Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, a subsidiary of Integrys Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE: TEG), has signed a Term Sheet to negotiate a contract for a 500-megawatt purchase of electric capacity, energy, and renewable attributes from Manitoba Hydro.

17 Apr 2008

What the Hospitality Industry is Doing to Reduce Environmental Impact

According to the International Ecotourism Society, more than two-thirds of U.S. travelers consider "active protection of the environment, including support of local communities," to be part of a hotel's responsibility, while 70% would pay a premium to stay at a hotel with "a responsible environmental attitude."

17 Apr 2008

New Innovation Significantly Reduces Particulate Emissions and Saves Energy

DuPont today announced the global availability of its Hybrid Membrane Technology (HMT) fiber in air filtration bag applications for industrial and commercial manufacturing. The product rollout has begun in the United States and Europe with availability through DuPont's laminator network.

17 Apr 2008