Valpo man's new venture aims at cutting energy costs
Post-Tribune Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:40 AM PDT
After 33 years working different jobs in the composite industry -- think fiberglass shower stalls, vehicles and the like -- Michael Harkless lost his job with a boat manufacturer. "I was downsized," said Harkless, 54, of Valparaiso, whose job evaporated in February 2008. Harkless wanted to find a franchise so he would have the support he needed and wouldn't have to worry about making mistakes as ... |
Smart People: Raj Vaswani, CTO, Silver Spring Networks
ZDNet Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:37 AM PDT
Say goodbye to the utility man coming by your house and reading your meter to calculate your energy usage. Raj Vaswani, CTO of Silver Spring Networks and his team are developing new technologies that will network meters to the grid. The new smart meters allow your utility company to read and measure your energy use remotely and will soon help consumers monitor and control how much energy they ... |
Nissan cited for energy efficiency
KIMT Mason City Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:34 AM PDT
SMYRNA, Tenn. (AP) â€" Nissan's automotive manufacturing plant southeast of Nashville has been honored by the Environmental Protection Agency for energy efficiency. |
Tips for moms to save time, money and energy
Carteret County News-Times Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:31 AM PDT
(ARA) - As a mom, you're always looking for ways to save time, money and energy to keep your house running smoothly. It's not always easy to find time in the day for all the things you need to do, from balancing the family budget to running errands to shuttling family members between activities. |
Open the door to more energy savings and summer fun
Carteret County News-Times Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:28 AM PDT
(ARA) - With home entertaining on the rise and backyard barbecue season in full swing, make sure your home is ready for hot fun and high-traffic summer activities. And keep in mind the potential energy savings you can earn with renovations. |
Avon Lake officials to form task force on green energy
The Elyria Chronicle-Telegram Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:26 AM PDT
Within the renewable energy debate is opportunity; the opportunity for communities to utilize their resources not only to address energy efficiency and environmental concerns, but also to stimulate business. According to Avon Lake Councilwoman Jennifer Fenderbosch, there might not be a better opportunity than in Avon Lake. She said she first considered the idea after attending [...] |
South Korean industrial firms to spend $2.6bn on "clean coal" projects
vnunet.com Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:22 AM PDT
Yvonne Chan in Hong Kong, BusinessGreen , Monday 27 July 2009 at 10:15:00 SK Energy and POSCO to receive state funding for synthetic crude and gas research SK Energy, South Korea's largest oil refiner by output, is teaming with domestic steel maker Pohang Iron and Steel Co (POSCO) to develop "clean coal" technologies at a total cost of 3.35 trillion won (US$2.6bn). The two companies have signed ... |
Solarworld Rises After Confirming 2009 Sales Outlook (Update1)
Bloomberg Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:22 AM PDT
July 27 (Bloomberg) -- Solarworld AG , Germany’s third- largest solar company, rose the most in four months in Frankfurt trading after maintaining its sales target even as prices for renewable-energy products slide. |
Govt initiates labelling prog for air conditioners
Press Trust of India Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:19 AM PDT
New Delhi, Jul 27 (PTI) The government has initiated the Standards and Labelling programme in order to enhance energy efficiency of air conditioners (to tackle climate change), the Rajya Sabha was informed today. |
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