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Seaweed farmsOne seaweed farm may produce enough biofuel to supply 30% of Japan's fuel consumption. More on Seaweed farms.
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"It's about asking questions and assessing your own lifestyle to live in a more sustainable way."
Jonathon Hanson, Team Boston Member
by Deb Powers
Earlier this week, I linked to a story about the Green House Decathlon being judged this week on the National Mall in D.C. The contest pits twenty teams of college students against each other in building a sustainable house using principles of green building. From my local paper this morning - an interview and photos of my local Team Boston's Curio House. With eight of the ten categories scored, Curio House is in 11th place, but the team has high hopes.
Read more: Sustainable Homes Decathlon
"Our sunshine and wind are contaminated by the elements of dishonesty and lack of seriousness on the part of government officials. They cannot produce the electric energy our communities need to make up for what NEPA can't supply."
Mallam Ibrahim Ahmed, Sokoto, Nigeria
by Deb Powers
Nigeria may be one of the most potent sources for renewable energy in the world. The abundance of sunshine, water and wind makes the country a natural target for solar and wind energy developers. Unfortunately, say many Nigerians, that potential is contaminated by the corruption and lack of commitment from the government. This article from AllAfrica.com is an absolute must-read for anyone who wants to understand how the best of intentions and programmes can wilt when they are poorly managed by corrupt and inefficient officials.
Read more: Renewable energy in Nigeria
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"[W]e are taking action so that California will be able to meet its ambitious renewable energy and environmental goals."
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Calif. Governor
by Deb Powers
The Governator is making green news yet again. Last week, he vetoed hard-fought green energy legislation because of a protectionist clause in the bills. This week, the California governor is in the spotlight again for signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Interior Secretary Ken Salazar. The MOU is an agreement between the state and federal government to streamline and expedite siting for over 30 new clean energy projects in the Golden State.
Read more: Governator makes green news again
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