Articles in Politics and Economics
The proposed Ontario Green Energy Act (GEA) will improve the province’s sustainable energy foundation, drive green job creation and increase construction activity.
John Kourtoff, chief executive officer of Trillium Power Wind Corporation said “Ontario’s economy …
The state of Georgia simply doesn’t have the wind, solar or biomass resources required to meet proposed new federal regulations for renewable energy generation, Georgia Public Service Commissioner Stan Wise told members of Congress Thursday.
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The idea of a national smart grid might be hitting the mainstream and may also have a considerable budget behind it, but up until now there is no federal law to aid it’s implementation. That …
Steven Chu has created a team to distribute the economic stimulus cash earmarked for energy ‘wisely but also quickly’.
In a very encouraging sign that the administration takes the deployment of renewable energy seriously, Greenwire (subscription …
The National Guard has been working since 2001 to conserve energy. The various measures they have taken include a solar array that provides some power for the New Jersey Army National Guard’s training center in …
Originally posted at WattHead - Energy News and Commentary
The American Recovery and Investment Act agreed upon by the Senate and House Conference Committee contains over $61.9 billion in energy-related public spending as well as tax …
More than seven million homes in the UK will be offered a complete eco-makeover under ambitious plans expected to be announced this week to cut fuel bills and reduce global warming emissions from power plants.
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Massive investments in renewable energy and clean tech will ensure that workers in the solar power, wind power, green building, sustainable development and recycling industries are in demand for decades to come. This short primer …
It was the states hardest hit by contractions in manufacturing industries years ago that began laying the groundwork to land green jobs and may now be poised for the biggest gains, depending on federal economic …
Today, the U.S. House Ways & Means Committee approved billion in energy tax credits and related financial incentives as part of the Obama administration’s plan to revive the American economy. Of the $20 billion that …

