Archive for February, 2010

Simulated volcanic eruptions to block sun.

National Academy of Sciences Delves into the Delta: So Far So GoodAshley Rood is a Research & Outreach Associate with EDF.Beginning this past Sunday with an address by Congressman Costa, the National Research Council (NRC) of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) started its review of water management in the Bay Delta. The nation's elite […]

Fire and Smoke Can Be Good and Bad

More Energy-Efficient Communications Networks Reputed companies are always conscious about their brand image and what a great way to build great brand by taking clean and green route! Bell Lab is the division of the Alcatel-Lucent. Currently Alcatel-Lucent is trying to invest in their communications networks to make it 1,000 times more energy efficient. They […]

Floating Geodesic Solar Molecules

New Solar Pond Distillation System Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno are developing a solar technique that will take care of the ecosystems of terminus lakes around the world. This new solar distillation system will help in removing the salinity of the lake water. This will be possible with the help of a specialized […]

EPA agents search Chevron facilities in Alaska

Eroding Alaska village appeals lawsuit’s dismissal.One of Alaska’s most eroded villages wants to revive a lawsuit that claims greenhouse gasses from oil, power and coal companies are to blame for the climate change endangering the tiny community.

EPA agents search Chevron facilities in AlaskaAgents from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency investigating possible air-pollution violations spent two […]

Climate, Clean Energy and the State of the Union

Carbon traders quit emissions market amid drop in demandBanks are pulling out of the carbon-offsetting market after Copenhagen failed to reach agreement on emissions targets Banks and investors are pulling out of the carbon market after the failure to make progress at Copenhagen on […]

The Pedal-A-Watt Stationary Bicycle Generator

SEC issues climate-risk guidance despite tough political environment.The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday said companies must disclose to investors the physical impact that climate change has on assets, and the consequences of regulations curbing greenhouse gas emissions.

In central California, coho salmon are on the brink.A federal species recovery plan to be released next month […]