As the federal government focuses on a “green economy” thanks to President Obama, many regions across the country are trying to determine what their role and effect will be in this new future. Along with this comes the uncertainty in the field itself – will it be profitable, will there be adoption, is it temporary. [...]
California, Nevada Lead The Way In U.S. Geothermal Growth
Geothermal has surpassed wind as the most efficient energy source, finds a recent NYU report. With 144 new geothermal projects underway, the technology is experiencing a 50% increase in projects and doubling of production doubling in just two years. Currently 14 states have geothermal projects underway, with California and Nevada topping out the list. This [...]
Can The Sahara Desert Power Europe
Plans are currently underway to establish large solar arrays in the African Sahara to create and transfer energy to Europe. One such plan has the potential of producing up to 15% of Europe’s energy needs – a significant chunk that could result in less environmental impacts. Hopefully the plans consider the social equity aspect. As [...]
Is The Ocean Florida’s Untapped Energy Source?
In this age of renewable resources, scientist are turning to Mother Nature for the answer to our power needs. A welcome turn of events considering our history of manufacturing energy (nuclear power) and exploitation of limited fossil fuels (oil). These newly tapped renewable realms also promise to provide the energy with a few smaller impact [...]
Initial Regional Sustainability Council Draws Interest
Southeastern Massachusetts regional planning agency, Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD), held a kickoff meeting in June to launch the Southeastern Massachusetts Council on Sustainability. SRPEDD’s intention for the Council is to provide education, advice and assistance on the broad issue of sustainability in Southeastern Massachusetts. Made up of representatives from education, [...]
San Diego Regional Sustainability Partnership
San Diego is taking a regional approach to promoting sustainability. This partnership of businesses, organizations, governments, and academia is working together to promote an improved quality of life, pollution reduction, and energy savings in their region. The region is unique in that it incorporates both the United States and Mexico – further emphasizing that economic, [...]
