Archive for January, 2010
SolarWorld AG: Best German Stock of the Decade
Jan 8, 2010 – Since the IPO of SolarWorld AG 10 years ago the stock of SolarWorld AG has developed better than any other German stock during that time. This is shown by an analysis performed by the German economy newspaper Handelsblatt (edition of 8 January 2010). “We are delighted with this success which confirms [...]
Animal Waste as a Source of Green Energy
A typical cow generates 18 gallons of waste per day. Waste form daires and feedlots are often dumped into ponds that leak into ground water and generate vast amounts of greenhouse gases, but converting this resource into energy or fertilizer has met resistence in some some states. States have been hesistent to label the resource “renewable.”
Chickens also create [...]
Statoil Launches New Biofuel in Norway
Jan 5, 2010 – Statoil is the first company in Norway to offer 5% bioethanol to general consumers. Starting in January, 40% of Statoil’s stations will sell the new biofuel “Bensin 95″. When will they start selling the 10% bioethanol now available across the USA?
Dilemma in the desert: Developer, Environmentalists Face Off Over Huge California Solar Complex
Jan 4, 2010 – NIMBY [Not in My Back Yard]. You might have thought people took a NIMBY view of only nuclear power plants. Not so. See Michael R. Blood’s article for the Associated Press. Now that the US government and the state of California are legislating more renewable energy, especially solar and wind energy. [...]
Green New Year’s Resolutions
Here are some Green New Year’s Resolutions. If you think of others please add them to the comments.
Use Compact Fluorescent or LED lights.
When purchasing a new car, be aware of fuel efficiency and alternative energy.
Consider solar energy for part of you electrical needs. In areas with high utility bills, government incentives and abundant sunshine, the [...]
