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Governor Says Lawmakers Playing Tricks With Budget Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:10PMAs the legislative session marks the half-way point, the governor and lawmakers are at odds over who is doing more to help the economy and balance the budget.
Green tech forum Wednesday in Ontario Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:49PMA panel of experts in green technology financing will hold a panel discussion at the Financial Executives International Inland Empire Chapter's monthly dinner meeting from 6 pm to 9 pm Wednesday at the Doubletree Hotel, 222 N. Vineyard Ave. Ontario.
$1.6 Million in Iowa Biofuel Grants Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:47PMDES MOINES (AP) - U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin says eight Iowa biorefineries will be receiving a total of more than $1.6 million in grants to promote the production of advanced biofuels.
EIU faces $3M state funding cut, tuition increase, trustees learn Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:38PMCHARLESTON — The Eastern Illinois University Board of Trustees heard Friday that the governor’s budget proposal would reduce annual state funding to EIU by more than $3 million.
Top NRIs in town for summit Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:31PMDOHA: Industry and business leaders from round the globe have flown in to Doha to participate at the second NRI (Non-Resident Indian) Global Summit, opening here, today. The event will highlight trade relations between India and Qatar and some of the top entrepreneurs here.
$8.4-million fund to fuel renewable energy in R.I. Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:16PMState Energy Officehas approved about100 requests for solar, wind and other projects
Expert says RI wind farm power cost high, but might be worth it Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:16PMExpert tells PUC that state may consider project valuable enough as industry base
Sparks: Solar panels add shine to community center Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:04PMThe new big-screen-like TV in the lobby of the Larry D. Johnson Community Center isn't the kind where you can watch some NCAA basketball tournament action, catch up on the latest news or get a glimpse of your favorite TV show.
Excellence in teaching Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:47PMAsk the county’s most excellent teachers what sets their classrooms above the rest and their answers are the same — creating a connection with students.
Keeping Track Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:34PMChildren missing, found
Ocean Power Technologies: Nine Months Results Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:33AMDie untenstehende Meldung ist eine Original-Meldung des Unternehmens. Sie ist nicht von der ECOreporter.de-Redaktion bearbeitet. Die presserechtliche Verantwortlichkeit liegt bei dem meldenden Unternehmen.
New plan for citric acid factory Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:24AMA European firm announces plans to take over the remainder of the former Tate & Lyle site in Selby.
South Africa Says Eskom’s World Bank Loan Plan Is Misunderstood Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:20AMMarch 12 (Bloomberg) -- South Africa defended state-owned power utility Eskom Holdings Ltd.’s plan to borrow at least $3.75 billion from the World Bank and said critics misunderstand its purpose.
FuelCell Energy Wins Contract for Hydrogen Coproduction Unit Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:16AMFuelCell Energy has won a $2.1 million contract to provide a Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell for a hydrogen refuelling station in California. The fuel cell will generate 300 kW of electricity from biogas, sourced from wastewater treatment.
China Clean Energy Expands Line of Credit to Support the Ramp-up of its Jiangyin Plant Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:08AMChina Clean Energy Inc. today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Fujian Zhongde Energy Co., Ltd., secured a line of credit for up to RMB 33 million from Fujian Haixia Bank, formerly Fuzhou City Commercial Bank.
Stories from The Times Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:03AMMalta out of recession - Juan Ameen Malta has made it out of the recession six months before the government's cautious June forecast, Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi said yesterday,...
Malta slightly short of target Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:58AMIn 10 years' time Malta will be 0.81 per cent short of meeting its target of obtaining 10 per cent of its energy from renewable sources, according to a report issued in Brussels.
Japan’s Cabinet Endorses Cap-and-Trade Climate Bill (Update2) Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:55AMMarch 12 (Bloomberg) -- Japan’s Cabinet has endorsed a climate-protection draft law today that would cap industrial emissions and thrust the second-biggest economy into the $125 billion market for trading carbon credits.
IL&FS Transportation Networks IPO subscribed 1.23 times Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:55AMThe Rs 700-crore initial public offer (IPO) of IL&FS Transportation Networks Ltd got subscribed 1.23 times till 1300 hrs on the second day of issue today.
New council members on ballot Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:54AMFour of seven town council seats are open for election in Castle Rock, and only one district gives voters a choice for council representation.
Virginia Leads the Way for East Coast Offshore Drilling Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:57PMOffshore drilling legislation was signed into law yesterday by Gov. Bob McDonnell, who is positioning Virginia to be the first East Coast state to drill for oil and natural gas in Alantic waters, the Associated Press reported Wednesday.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-11 18:50 HEADLINE STOCKS-U.S. small/midcap stocks on the move on March 11 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:56PM(For large-cap stocks on the move, click on) March 11 (Reuters) - Some small and midcap stocks on the move on Thursday:
South Africa may face power cuts without loan Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:51PMJOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa may need to enforce power cuts or raise electricity prices further if a disputed $3.75 billion loan from the World Bank is not approved, a senior government official said on Thursday.
Seven Indian firms look at AIM to raise funds Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:44PMSeven Indian companies are planning to tap the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) to raise capital. Of these, two companies would get listed shortly, said Alan Mackenzie, head, London Listings and Broking, Religare.
Utah County cities seek wind energy from Idaho farm Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:43PMSPRINGVILLE — Three Utah County cities are vying for wind energy from an Idaho farm that could be operational by 2011.
Natural Gas From Shale Plays Create 'New World' for Energy Industry Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:42PMHOUSTON -- Every day is
County Web Site goes ‘green’ Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:41PMDelaware County Council's Web site will now feature “Green Pages” that will provide residents with information on energy and environmental programs, resources and helpful tips to save energy at the home and workplace.
Cleantech Goes Mainstream at ROTH Capital Partners 22nd Annual OC Growth Stock Conference March 15-17, 2010 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:40PMNEWPORT BEACH, Calif.----ROTH Capital Partners , www.roth.com, a full service investment bank recognized for providing financing and advisory services to emerging growth companies worldwide, today announced that the upcoming 22nd Annual OC Growth Stock Conference will include a Cleantech Track with management from over 20 companies participating.
Wanderport and Xiamen Primo Electronics Co., Ltd. Beta-Ready With Factory Approved Controller Design Scalable for Mass ... Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:39PMNEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - March 11, 2010) - Wanderport Corp. ( PINKSHEETS : WDRP ) today announced that it has agreed with Xiamen Primo Electronics Co., Ltd. for the design and supply of optimized water heater controllers for Wanderport's Pulsar line of advanced microwave energy tank-less water heaters.
Tapping purer, more abundant water Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:42AMThe town of Telluride relies on Mill Creek — a splashy creek that sprints from the mountains north of town — for its municipal water supply.
Outlook for biodiesel less than shiny Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:36AMTHE outlook for biodiesel this year is choppy given the high prices of its feedstock crude palm oil (CPO) and waning interest, Frost and Sullivan Asian director Chris de Lavigne said. De Lavigne said that in the current world situation, interest in petroleum-based ethanol was down 70 per cent from its highest point in 2008; and in vegetable oil-based biodiesel, down nearly 80 per cent since it ...
Otago should cash in on clean-burning wood Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:36AMShaun Bowler extols the virtues of "wood energy". In stark contrast to the fossil fuels we consume so much of, wood energy is 100% renewable. It's also virtually carbon-neutral, as trees consume enough CO2 while they grow to offset the CO2 released when burned.
Marathon Oil CEO Sees Gradual Move to Renewable Fuels Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:35AMMarch 09, 2010 - NEW ORLEANS -- Marathon Oil Co. CEO Clarence Cazalot believes politicians who insist on a quick move from the use of fossil fuels to cleaner fuels are misguided, according to a report in The Times Picayune .
Power outage illuminates a rising energy demand Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:35AMPeople closed their laptops, stopped watching television, dug out headlamps and set out onto the black streets to gather in candle-lit restaurants and bars. When the lights soared back on, cheers were audible on main street.
Research and Markets: North America Energy Efficiency Policy Handbook, 2010: Policy Measures Driving Energy Efficient ... Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:30AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of GlobalData 's new report "North America Energy Efficiency Policy Handbook, 2010: Policy Measures Driving Energy Efficient Practices" to their offering.
Dispute over use of Davao river resolved Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:28AM... amid Mindanao power crisisDAVAO CITY -- The Davao City Water District (DCWD) and Aboitiz-led Hedcor, Inc., have agreed in principle to work on a scheme to jointly tap Tamugan river for their projects amid the power crisis in Mindanao.
Oil Pares Losses on Fuel Demand Outlook as China’s Imports Gain Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:30AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Oil pared losses to trade above $81 a barrel in New York on optimism fuel demand will recover after imports into China, the world’s second-biggest energy user, rose more than estimated.
Steinlage plans summer internship in ag secretary’s office Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:26AMKatie Steinlage, a Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) agriculture program student from West Union, was elected to serve as president of the State Post-secondary Agriculture Students (PAS) organization. PAS members selected Steinlage Feb. 15, following the organization's annual PAS conference and competition Feb. 10-12. She is a second-year Associate in Science-Pre-Veterinary Medicine/Dairy ...
US to expose trade barriers in new report Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:14AMThe United States said it would expose "troublesome" foreign trade barriers in a strategy to prise open markets for doubling American exports to ease an unemployment crisis at home.
Chocolate-powered F3 car makes sustainability sexy Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:12AMMeet Lola - a Formula 3 car that's made using renewable materials and runs on the oily waste chocolate factories discard.
ITM to provide clean energy system for floating green office Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:07AMCLEAN energy firm ITM Power has signed a deal to provide hydrogen energy systems for a mobile floating office which it hopes will showcase its innovative technology. (09/03/2010 19:00:18)
Training for aviation mechanics lands at W. Memphis community college Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:00AMMid-South Community College wants to plug East Arkansans into good-paying jobs tending the aircraft that support a $28.6-billion-per-year chunk of the area economy.Officials announced Tuesday that the West Memphis school will create an aviation mechanics training program from the ground up, with assistance from FedEx Express and $3.4 million in federal stimulus money.School president Dr. Glen ...
Kerry Says ‘Great Deal’ of Consensus Reached on Climate Policy Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:25PMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Senator John Kerry said a bipartisan group of lawmakers achieved a “great deal of consensus” on energy policy at the White House yesterday, and he’s moving “rapidly” to introduce legislation on the subject.
Manville Borough Council; school district gives nod to Somerset County solar program Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:16PMMANVILLE — Borough and school officials have submitted a survey to participate in a county renewable energy program, which municipal officials believe will save from 15 percent to 35 percent on annual energy costs.
About Marvin Hudson Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:16PMBorn: Chicopee Falls, Mass., right outside of Springfield Hometown: While still in my early infancy, my father, still in the Air Force at the time, was assigned to a tour of duty in Spain.
Tory review urges science boost Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:11PMA Tory-backed report urges incentives for schools and tax breaks for researchers to raise the profile of science.
Pimentel: no to Bataan nuke plant; deploy power barges to Mindanao Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:10PMDAVAO CITY (MindaNews/08 March) – Senate Minority leader Aquilino Pimentel of Cagayan de Oro said government and the...
What's the obsession with highways? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:07PMMALAYSIANS look destined to go down in history as great, probably compulsive, road builders. And the news last week that another highway is in the works to link the northern and southern parts of Peninsular Malaysia has certainly strengthened that prospect.
N.J. environmental groups protest midyear budget cuts at Assembly committee hearing Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:57PMDavid Gard/Times of TrentonState workers heading home walk past the Statehouse. TRENTON — Environmentalists told a New Jersey Assembly committee that midyear budget cuts to clean energy efforts and the Highlands would be felt across the state. The Assembly Environment...
CERA Week 2010: Collaboration will help solve global energy problems Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:53PMThe world is changing – that was the theme energy experts expressed on day one of a Houston energy conference that attracts industry players from all around the globe.