July, 2009

New Jobs at Solar Mirror Plant in Pittsburgh

 |  Jul 23, 2009

If Congress enacts a new energy policy that caps global warming pollution, America could produce millions of new clean energy jobs like the jobs being created at the new solar … Read more

Worst Year Ever for Coral Bleaching?

 |  Jul 23, 2009

A new report warns 2009 could become the worst year ever for coral bleaching, thanks to rising ocean temperatures: Scientists are concerned that bleaching may reach the same levels or … Read more

Outdoor Kids: “Forced” Family Fun

 |  Jul 23, 2009

Forcing fun isn’t really possible, but when my kids are having trouble peeling themselves away from video games, I have been known to put my foot down and take them … Read more

Meet The Giant Coconut Crab

 |  Jul 22, 2009

On certain Pacific Islands there is a species of land crab that is quite large. They are slow moving, generally nocturnal and remain hidden during the day to emerge at … Read more

Will China and India Race Past America on Clean Energy?

 |  Jul 22, 2009

OK, so did you catch the irony on this one? In Friday’s Washington Post, Economy and Business section: Top half of the page: Fed Sees Heightened Joblessness Drawing Out Recovery … Read more

New Analysis: Climate Bill Good for Farmers

 |  Jul 22, 2009

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has just released a new analysis of the American Clean Energy & Security (ACES) Act. It’s great news for farmers and ranchers, showing the bill … Read more

Mosquitoes, Part 1

 |  Jul 22, 2009

It’s Mosquito Time! Summer is the prime time for one of our least favorite insects: mosquitoes.  With the wet spring and early summer in many parts of the country, mosquito … Read more

The Best Birthday Present Ever — Protected Wildlife

 |  Jul 22, 2009

I am writing to thank you for the best birthday I have ever had in my 25 years of life. I am forever touched by the amazing people I get … Read more

Navajo Nation Forms Green Jobs Commission

 |  Jul 22, 2009

The Navajo Nation Council recognizes they need to diversify their economy and address profound joblessness. Green jobs look promising. High Country News reports: “The Council passed the legislation by a … Read more

Energy From Bumps In the Road

 |  Jul 22, 2009

A group of MIT undergraduate students who recognized that electric power in hybrid vehicles can come from applying brakes wondered if the vehicle’s suspension system might offer similar promise. Alternative-energy-news.info … Read more