Archive | Green
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Stimulus dollars fuel new alternative energy research
Federal stimulus funding will aid efforts at California's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to provide cutting-edge biofuel development facilities to small businesses and start-ups. The laboratory recently received an $18 million grant from the U.S.
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$8 million award to aid in U. Minnesota wind turbine research
A recently finalized $8 million Department of Energy grant will help University of Minnesota researchers meet the DOE’s goal of utilizing wind power for 20 percent of U.S energy needs by 2030.
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Alabama sues EPA over greenhouse gas ruling
The Alabama attorney general is suing the Environmental Protection Agency for its December ruling in which the agency concluded greenhouse gas emissions are a threat to human health. Attorney General Troy King has challenged the EPA’s ruling by filing a petition in federal appeals court.
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Eugene, Ore. gets EPA funds for transport program
The Environmental Protection Agency last week awarded the City of Eugene $104,126 to fund SmartTrips, a greenhouse gas reduction program. Next year, the money will help encourage walking and biking to reduce instances of individuals driving alone.
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Conference discusses Great Lakes’ fragility
Lake Michigan has always been a main attraction of downtown Milwaukee, providing a scenic view for passers-by. Marquette’s 2010 Public Service Conference, “Water and People,” discussed possible repercussions if the landmark is not carefully preserved.