Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Paris powers up the Seine with hydrokinetic energy

Paris powers up the Seine with hydrokinetic energy

The City of Light aims to make renewable energy fashionable, with the help of its famous river. Read the full story

USDA Chief Scientist: How biotechnology will help us feed the world

Dr. Roger Beachy says we can't satisfy a hungry and growing planet without using 'every safe tool in the arsenal.' Read the full story

AEP CEO Michael Morris: Four challenges renewable energy faces

Location, intermittency, price and "green tape" are hindering progress of renewable energy, says American Electric Power CEO Michael Morris. Read the full story

RAPS "Bat Hook" draws power from overhead power lines

When the Department of Defense asks for a gadget inspired by Batman, you'd better believe the designers are going to come up with something fun. Read the full story

Tesla's new models -- and its challenges

Its IPO is great news for the auto industry. Read the full story

New test can determine your risk of Type II diabetes

A new blood test by Tethys Bioscience can help doctors determine the risk patients have of developing Type 2 diabetes within five years. Read the full story

Virgin America toasts first international flight with Torontonian rapper Drake

Virgin America flew its first international flight today, from LAX to SFO and onward to Toronto. Read the full story

IBM sustainability program effective by many measures

Ongoing energy-efficiency efforts slash another $27 million from tech giant's electricity costs in 2009. Read the full story

ACORE's Eckhart: Renewable energy must put microprocessor to work

The future of renewable energy is in the microprocessor, and natural gas will help smooth the transition from fossil fuels to renewables. Read the full story

Better odds than the lottery: Find a way to fix the oil spill, get rich

The X Prize Foundation announced a $10 million prize for their oil spill challenge. Read the full story

Tesla Motors announces IPO; can it drive down the cost of the electric car?

Tesla Motors officially announced its IPO, setting a price of $17 per share. Read the full story

FDA takes first step toward food system reform

Saying giving antibiotics to animals is a threat to human health, the DA is issuing the first "draft guidance" against it. Read the full story

Diabetes risk test prevents disease

Type II diabetes, the kind associated with obesity, is an epidemic in the US. Read the full story

Cisco targets smart grid; bolsters Connected Grid portfolio with new energy management tools

Utilities, consumers, and businesses take note: Cisco has its laser sights on the smart grid, and it's coming to a display panel near you. Read the full story

What you should know about bacteria in your gut

Researchers want to know how the 1,000 different species of bacteria in your gut. Read the full story

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