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40% power reduction puts LED backlit TVs at the forefront of green technology. More on LED TVs.

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One seaweed farm may produce enough biofuel to supply 30% of Japan's fuel consumption. More on Seaweed farms.

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Arctic Ice Photos

Arctic ice and glacier photos were released last week by the Obama Administration. More on Arctic Ice.

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Endangered!

Not only are animals threat- ened with extinction, but also cities and islands. More on Endangered.

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Bleak Realities

Millions face difficult times in the countries most affected by global warming. More on Bleak Realities.

Entries in 230 MPG (1)

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Sep212009

MPGe: The New MPG

GM's recent claim of 230 MPG for the Chevy Volt has raised eyebrows and sent engineers and analysts scrambling to figure out the truth behind the claim. In actuality, the claim of 230 MPG is only accurate provided the Chevy Volt is driven 51.1 miles. If the calculation had been based on 200 miles then the MPG would be substantially less.

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