The new space race? China, U.S. duel for cleantech leadership
The United States and China are in a race for cleantech supremacy akin to the space race in the 1960s, according to a report. Read the full story
Zerofootprint challenges schools to reduce carbon impact
Latest challenge will let your K-12 alma mater pit carbon reduction activities against the progress of up to three different rivals. Read the full story
Animal magnetism: how wave, tidal energy devices affect sea life
What does a shark, sea turtle or crab do when it encounters the electromagnetic field of a wave power cable? Government scientists are on the case. Read the full story
For vibrant economy, transportation networks matter more than city size
When it comes to growing a vibrant economy in a city or town, it turns out that size doesn't matter. Read the full story
FDA inconclusive on genetically modified salmon; determined safe
The U.S. FDA is nearing approval of genetically modified salmon for consumption. The landmark decision has a big impact on the world's food supply. Read the full story
A peek at the pre-industrial atmosphere of Earth
Scientists have captured pristine atmospheric particles from a remote region above the Amazon and compared them to the sooty particles above industrialized cities. Read the full story
National renewable energy standard gets a second life
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is slated to unveil a bill for a national renewable energy standard in Washington tomorrow afternoon. Read the full story
Startup fever: four tips for surviving through the frenzy phase
Time well spent: how to keep your health, sanity and wits while creating a new business. Read the full story
Microsoft moves Hohm to Windows Embedded unit; eyes vehicles, appliances
Microsoft is folding its Hohm energy monitoring service into its Windows Embedded unit. Next stop: energy monitoring for your car (or factory). Read the full story
Walmart's latest ambitious solar plans
Investment will help promote use of thin-film solar technology; double the locations where the retailers uses solar power. Read the full story
Redesign the office; Audi electric car; reverse brain drain; Tesla's solar project; LEED Gold neighborhood. Read the full story
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