In Frigid Maine So Many Heat Pumps Were Sold the State Passed its Clean-Energy Target Two Years Early
To continue Maine's momentum, Governor Mills also unveiled a new target: installing another 175,000 additional heat pumps in Maine by 2027
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Airbnb Will Chip In for Its Hosts' Green Upgrades
In May, Airbnb began helping its hosts in Massachusetts afford climate-friendly or energy-efficient home improvements, such as insulation, rooftop solar arrays, or heat pumps. Airbnb is partnering with Abode Energy Management to offer a $2,000 rebate on heat pump installation and $500 for weathering upgrades. The chief aim of Airbnb is to utilize recent legislation […]
Are There Any Environmentally-Friendly Air Conditioners Out There? (Some Good News)
Reprinted via EarthTalk®, From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Are there any environmentally friendly air conditioners out there? Traditional air conditioning units consume significant amounts of energy and rely heavily on refrigerants that contribute to global warming. The good news is that there are several environmentally-friendly air conditioning options available today. One […]
How Energy Efficiency is "Lighting Up" the Streets of Philadelphia
Not just in homes and buildings, Philadelphia has revved up its energy efficiency campaign in the streets. Through the Greenworks Philadelphia project, the Philadelphia Streets Department is converting 58,000 yellow and green traffic signals to LED lights, replacing traditional energy-draining bulbs and saving the city $1 million of electricity costs every year.
BMW Unveils Electric Car Models
BMW unveiled two plug-in electric cars yesterday both headed for production beginning in 2013 -- the sporty i8 hybrid super-coupe and the i3 urban all-electric car, a small vehicle designed to go about 80 miles between recharges.
New Transparent Spray-on Coating For Windows Can Block Heat And Conduct Electricity For Cheap Smart Solution
A new transparent spray-on coating is much more cost-effective—while providing similar performance—to smart windows that block heat.
Scientists Create Transparent Wood Nearly as Clear as Glass to Make Stronger, Better Insulating Windows
University of Maryland scientists made a transparent wood nearly as clear as glass to make stronger, better insulating windows.
These 30 Life Hacks Have Saved People Up to Four Hours Every Week Around the House
A new study suggests that life hacks, tips, and tricks have saved people almost four hours of effort every week.
Air Force Improves Energy Efficiency in Jets, Fuel
The US Air Force has developed an energy plan focused on reducing demand and increasing efficiency. For instance, 99 percent of the Air Force fleet is now certified to operate on a 50/50 blend of synthetic fuel derived from byproducts like feed stock and normal jet fuel.
iPod Creators Unveil the Smartest (and Prettiest) Thermostat Yet
An intelligent thermostat seems like an odd project for the minds behind Apple's iconic iPod, but in a strange way, the iPod folks may just be the perfect team to revolutionize home heating. The Wi-Fi connected thermostat learns your heating preferences and optimizes your home's temperature to save energy.
Viet Nam Ranks Second on the Happy Planet Index
Despite complaints of traffic jams and overcrowded hospitals and schools, Viet Nam is considered the second happiest country in the world in terms of sustainable well-being -- behind Costa Rica, with Colombia third. The ranking, the Happy Planet Index, was compiled and released by the New Economics Foundation, a UK independent think tank that wanted to create an index to measure the sustainability of a country and the happiness of its people (how efficient is their happiness).
US 'Green Economy' Now in Forefront
Saving energy has evolved from a moral calling to a financial imperative for businesses that have broadened the concept of energy efficiency to one of sustainability.
Virgin Spends $1.4 Billion On Super-Efficient, Ultra Quiet Jet Engines
Wanting to pay less for fuel now, Virgin America has invested in a remarkable new engine from GE. This is one of these significant breakthroughs in technology and engine efficiency that come along once every 10 to 15 years, David Cush, Virgin America's CEO, tells us.
FedEx Adds More Than 4,000 New, Fuel Efficient Vehicles
The world's largest express transportation company continues to bolster its fuel efficiency with a significant expansion this summer of lower polluting, energy efficient vehicles. While doubling the fleet of all-electric vehicles to 43, FedEx is also adding more hybrid-electrics and light composite vehicles.
Solar Powered Swim Suit Charges Your Phone
A solar-powered bikini designed by Brooklyn-based designer Andrew Schneider is now available for charging your cellphone or iPod right on the beach. The high-tech swimsuit comprises thin, flexible photovoltaic film strips and USB connectors.
Department Of Energy Crowns Light Bulb Of The Future Contest-Winner
A Philips LED bulb is the winner of the U.S. Department of Energy's $10 million competition to develop a low-cost, energy efficient, high-performance replacement for the incandescent bulb. The energy-saving L Prize winner uses less than 10 watts of power, providing an energy savings of 83 percent, while still emitting the same amount of light, and with the familiar warm glow.
Dreamliner's Maiden Voyage for Boeing; Saves Money, Adds Comfort
The Boeing Co Dreamliner, the world's first carbon-composite airliner, flew to Hong Kong from Tokyo carrying its first paying passengers on Wednesday in a flight described as a 'game changer' that could set a new benchmark in air travel.
Apple to Build Largest Private Solar Array in the US
The world's most valuable company, Apple, has announced plans to build America's largest private onsite solar array at their North Carolina data center. Apple's data center in Maiden is already one of the most energy-efficient of its kind, earning a coveted LEED Platinum certification.
Microsoft Pledges to Become Carbon Neutral by July 1
Weeks after coming under fire for using excessive energy for cloud computing, Microsoft announced it will become carbon neutral across all of its operations starting July 1.
Canadian Researchers Create Wireless Charger for Electric Cars
Researchers at the University of British Columbia say they've found a way around the nuisance and potential danger of repeatedly having to plug in an electric car to get it moving again. The university's physics department says it has developed a way to wirelessly recharge the vehicle.
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