Archive for August, 2011

Aug 31 2011

Apple criticized for questionable green-tech policies in China

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Situation raises the need for all tech companies that more closely scrutinize the emissions and toxic substance policies of their suppliers, especially in Asia.



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Aug 31 2011

Solyndra plans bankruptcy filing in blow to U.S. solar industry

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

California company cites global competition and excessive inventory in solar panels as factors in its demise.



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Aug 30 2011

5 criteria to guide your green notebook purchase

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Once you settle on your finalist list using some great ZDNet reviews, take a peek at the EPEAT ratings to see which systems do best for energy efficiency, toxic materials and recycling credentials.



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Aug 29 2011

The green credentials of the common refrigerator

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Thanks to industry innovation and a supportive regulatory climate, by 2014, a new refrigerator will use just one-fifth the power a fridge needed in the mid-1970s.



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Aug 29 2011

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Aug 29 2011

IBM explores the social, cultural aspects of energy management

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Approximately 1,000 Iowa households with smart meters will participate in a project that will give the energy information in almost-real-time.



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Aug 26 2011

Eaton UPS shuts down power-hungry accessories (Green Gadget of the Week)

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

(This is the latest in a regular weekly series of spotlights on green technology that’s accessible to you and me. If you have a green technology or gadget to suggest for coverage, please send a note via my contact email.)
Because many of my neighbors here in New Jersey are freaking out and buying emergency power [...]



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Aug 26 2011

Gallup: Americans less likely to view climate change as threat

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Although a slight majority of U.S. residents still believe global warming is a serious personal concern, fewer are willing to admit that humans are at least partially responsible.




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Aug 25 2011

Small-wind technology seeks consumer notice

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

Massive wind farms may get the most media coverage, but some small-wind technologies are finding their way into mainstream home improvement stores.



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Aug 24 2011

VW talks up single-seat electric car, teeny four-seater

Published by Heather Clancy under Uncategorized

The German automaker, long the champion of small vehicles like the Beetle, hopes to shake up the market with small electric model, high-efficiency four-seater.



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