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Best Green Laundry Detergent


I’ve tried a lot of eco-friendly laundry soap, but like most people, I eventually picked a favorite and settled down with it. For over a year I’ve been using Biokleen Citrus Laundry Powder or the Biokleen Free & Clear Laundry Powder. I like both, it just depends on what my store has in stock.

I first [...]

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Best Green Laundry Detergent

Californians’ Cooling on Global Warming

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  • July 30, 2009

The tough economy has undermined the environmental enthusiasm of Californians, hitting the U.S. state that pioneered climate change legislation just as the federal government is taking on the issue, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Californians’ Cooling on Global Warming

  • Posted by
  • July 30, 2009

The tough economy has undermined the environmental enthusiasm of Californians, hitting the U.S. state that pioneered climate change legislation just as the federal government is taking on the issue, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Californians’ Cooling on Global Warming

  • Posted by
  • July 30, 2009

The tough economy has undermined the environmental enthusiasm of Californians, hitting the U.S. state that pioneered climate change legislation just as the federal government is taking on the issue, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Exxon Embracing Algae Biofuels


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Exxon Mobil has announced that they’re jumping into the biofuel business.  The oil giant is investing $600 million in researching algae-based biofuels that would capture CO2 and perform as well as oil-based fuels.

The company is teaming up with Synthetic Genomics Inc. to genetically engineer algae strains for testing.  If the partners are successful in developing a greenhouse gas-capturing fuel, Exxon will then invest billions on the production of the fuel.

The company envisions placing the algae farms near power plants and other major CO2 emitters to feed the algae and to help curb the impact of those businesses.  Exxon said they imagine a successful commercial production of an algae-based fuel could take up to a decade.

This venture isn’t the company’s first foray into carbon capture.  In January, they announced they were spending $170 million on carbon capture projects at their natural gas plants.  These projects are undoubtedly more financially driven than environmentally, but if the planet can benefit from their discoveries, it’s worth paying attention.

via Wall Street Journal

Large New Jersey Solar Project Gets Approval, Revisions


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Back in February, we told you about the huge solar project New Jersey utility PSE&G was planning:  120 MW divided among four different programs, all to be completed by 2013.  Well, the project has just received approval from the state’s utility board, but the approved version is a little different from the original.

The so-called Solar4All Program will now top out at a capacity of 80 MW across two separate programs.  The cost of the project has dropped to $515 million from close to $800 million and it will now make up 4.4 percent of the state’s renewable energy requirement (22.5 percent by 2020), down from 7 percent.  The 2013 target remains in place.

Half of the installed capacity will be in the form of small solar panel installations (under 200W) on utility poles across the state.  The other half will be larger installations between 500kW and 25 MW, including solar gardens and rooftop arrays on PSE&G facilities and other privately-owned sites.

With this project, the state will be doubling its existing solar capacity and continue to hold its second-place ranking behind California in installed solar power.

via Treehugger

The shale revolution


Several years ago, it looked as though the United States was running short of natural gas. Prices spiked as declining production in old fields collided with increasing industrial demand. Electric utilities shifted from ‘clean’ gas back to cheap coal, and suppliers began building terminals to import liquefied natural gas from abroad. Yet today, coal-fired power is again on the wane, ports for liquefied natural gas are idling below capacity, and the nation is awash with gas.

The shale revolution


Several years ago, it looked as though the United States was running short of natural gas. Prices spiked as declining production in old fields collided with increasing industrial demand. Electric utilities shifted from ‘clean’ gas back to cheap coal, and suppliers began building terminals to import liquefied natural gas from abroad. Yet today, coal-fired power is again on the wane, ports for liquefied natural gas are idling below capacity, and the nation is awash with gas.

Top 10 Greenest Brands Revealed – WTF?!


Sorry to go off ranting, but it’s been a terrible week of green for me. I’ve gotten lame product suggestions from well-meaning, but obviously not green PR folks, got into an argument with a close pal about how “socially responsible” is not a negative term, and then there was the whole GoodGuide issue. AND NOW [...]

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Top 10 Greenest Brands Revealed – WTF?!

Awesome eco-crayons for the kids


Looking for some killer eco-crayon ideas for school or artsy fun at home? Try these neat options…

My fave eco-minded crayons are crayon rocks – beautiful and fun ‘rocks’ made in America from natural soy wax, using American-grown soy beans. Non-toxic and perfect for kids everywhere and have been especially designed to strengthen the tripod grip [...]

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Awesome eco-crayons for the kids