EPA Finalizes Long Awaited Smog Limits on Coal Plants
The Cross-State Air Pollution Rule tightens limits on sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide pollution in 27 eastern states.
State Roundup: NY Passes Model Efficiency, Cleantech Legislation; California Eliminates Hybrid HOV Perk
NY passed an innovative law which streamlines the approval process for cleantech projects and allows small businesses, individuals to pay for energy upgrades through energy savings; hybrid drivers in CA can no longer drive solo in HOV lanes.
EPA Proposes Air Pollution Standard for Commercial Aircraft
The EPA is proposing nitrogen oxide standards for large aircraft engines, and greenhouse gas regulations could be on the way because of a new federal court ruling.
New Guidelines for Closed Loop Packaging Design
GreenBlue provides technical guidance on designing closed loop packaging for aluminum, steel, glass, and paper.
Latest Republican Bill Blocks EPA Regulations on Emissions, Coal Ash, Mountaintop Removal Mining
In their latest environmental assault, House Republicans even want to reduce funds to drinking water infrastructure, stripping almost $2B from EPA's $9B budget.
Cleantech Venture Investment Down 33%; But IPOs Remain Strong in Q2
Cleantech venture investment focused on later stage deals, with energy efficiency continuing its lead.
UK Moving Toward Smart Meters With US-based OPower
In it's first move toward energy management, Opower will provide software to all of First Utility's customers, the UK's largest independent utility.
Automakers Aren't Delivering Full Potential of Hybrids
A 2011 scorecard shows that stronger vehicle efficiency standards are necessary to spur manufacturers toward large improvements in gas mileage, emissions reduction.
Small Wind Turbines Getting Popular, Home Depot Starts Selling Them
Home Depot will begin selling small wind turbines in select stores, a decision that reflects their growing popularity.
Innovative Cleantech Companies in Water Treatment Could Get a Lift
Water treatment remains an archaic industry, but that could finally change, which would benefit up-and-coming cleantech companies.