A round-up of recent Green Tech stories from CNet:
Where the clean-tech jogs are
General unemployment may be on the rise, but the clean-tech sector should be a bright spot for job seekers, according to a report released Thursday by Clean Edge research.
Solar-charging backpacks set for hike to market
G24 Innovations has shipped its first flexible solar panels, which are destined for the outside of backpacks and other bags, the company said Wednesday.
Who will pay for the electric 'gas' stations?
With electric vehicles, you could probably do away with stopping at fueling stations entirely, as the majority of your fueling, or battery charging, will be done overnight while plugged in at home or during the day while parked at the office. But because it is conceivable that not every trip will be within the battery range of your vehicle, the mere presence of public charging stations for electric vehicles could help alleviate "range anxiety," or the concern that with an electric vehicle, you will be stranded when your battery dies.
Solar village begins to bloom on National Mall
WASHINGTON--After nearly two years of preparation, teams of architecture and engineering students will soon open the doors on a cluster of 20 solar-powered homes on the National Mall.
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Green Tech News
A round-up of recent Green Tech stories from CNet's Green Tech Blog:
IBM plunges into the 'smart grid for water'
Even as billions of dollars are being spent around the world to modernize the electricity grid, the systems to delivery fresh water are also in desperate need of a 21st century upgrade.
New school year brings 'Green IT' college degree
Because of financial and environmental concerns, more data center operators are taking steps to cut energy use, such as consolidating server workloads and upgrading cooling systems. Companies such as IBM, HP, and IT consulting companies have practices in designing facilities to be more efficient.
Home appliances to get Cash for Clunkers-like rebate
Now that you've dumped your gas-guzzling pick-up, maybe it's time to move that old fridge from the garage.
USB solar panels charge cell phones on the go
If you plan on walking through the desert with a cell phone anytime soon, you might want to check in with Sanyo before you leave.
IBM plunges into the 'smart grid for water'
Even as billions of dollars are being spent around the world to modernize the electricity grid, the systems to delivery fresh water are also in desperate need of a 21st century upgrade.
New school year brings 'Green IT' college degree
Because of financial and environmental concerns, more data center operators are taking steps to cut energy use, such as consolidating server workloads and upgrading cooling systems. Companies such as IBM, HP, and IT consulting companies have practices in designing facilities to be more efficient.
Home appliances to get Cash for Clunkers-like rebate
Now that you've dumped your gas-guzzling pick-up, maybe it's time to move that old fridge from the garage.
USB solar panels charge cell phones on the go
If you plan on walking through the desert with a cell phone anytime soon, you might want to check in with Sanyo before you leave.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
The Smart Grid
FAQ: What the smart grid means to you
The smart grid follows the footsteps of the Internet and the interstate highway system--they are giant investments in infrastructure. It's not so much a single thing as it is a goal to give the electricity system a digital makeover to make it more efficient and reliable.
Utilities stay the course on smart grid
Large public and private electric utilities are continuing with long-term capital investment programs including smart grid development, despite economic setbacks, a June study by Baltimore, Md.-based Newton-Evans Research Company reports, reflecting a conservative but upbeat attitude toward infrastructure development.
'Smart' meters help electrical grids get connected
In the past, the only way Detroit's largest utility company knew of a power failure was if a customer called -- a method that's long proved a hassle for DTE and homeowners alike. But the new devices -- smart meters -- will change all that as they soon make their way into millions of homes across Michigan.
The smart grid follows the footsteps of the Internet and the interstate highway system--they are giant investments in infrastructure. It's not so much a single thing as it is a goal to give the electricity system a digital makeover to make it more efficient and reliable.
Utilities stay the course on smart grid
Large public and private electric utilities are continuing with long-term capital investment programs including smart grid development, despite economic setbacks, a June study by Baltimore, Md.-based Newton-Evans Research Company reports, reflecting a conservative but upbeat attitude toward infrastructure development.
'Smart' meters help electrical grids get connected
In the past, the only way Detroit's largest utility company knew of a power failure was if a customer called -- a method that's long proved a hassle for DTE and homeowners alike. But the new devices -- smart meters -- will change all that as they soon make their way into millions of homes across Michigan.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Green Tech News From CNet
A round-up of some recent Green Tech articles on CNet:
Transparent plastic solar cells fitted into windows
"It is energy-efficient and transparent with superior vertical performance and a subtle red, blue or green aesthetic. With these features, BIPV (building-integrated photovoltaics) will no longer need to be confined to spandrel or overhead applications," Arch CEO Leon Silverstein said in a statement.
Green news harvest: IM for air conditioners
Talk about convergence of energy, communications and IT: EnerNoc is using an instant-messaging protocol to update the energy consumption status of building equipment.
Possible smog solution: Air-powered motorcycle
Sure, it only goes 11 mph now, but as a proof-of-concept vehicle it's pretty cool. I could imagine a smaller vehicle (bike? moped?) with the same gear that could go much faster as a final product, if it gets that far.
Q&A: What really goes into that carbon footprint?
Without widespread standards, companies are struggling with how to properly calculate and disclose their carbon footprint to the public. And many don't have the financial resources to address environmental resource concerns.
Transparent plastic solar cells fitted into windows
"It is energy-efficient and transparent with superior vertical performance and a subtle red, blue or green aesthetic. With these features, BIPV (building-integrated photovoltaics) will no longer need to be confined to spandrel or overhead applications," Arch CEO Leon Silverstein said in a statement.
Green news harvest: IM for air conditioners
Talk about convergence of energy, communications and IT: EnerNoc is using an instant-messaging protocol to update the energy consumption status of building equipment.
Possible smog solution: Air-powered motorcycle
Sure, it only goes 11 mph now, but as a proof-of-concept vehicle it's pretty cool. I could imagine a smaller vehicle (bike? moped?) with the same gear that could go much faster as a final product, if it gets that far.
Q&A: What really goes into that carbon footprint?
Without widespread standards, companies are struggling with how to properly calculate and disclose their carbon footprint to the public. And many don't have the financial resources to address environmental resource concerns.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
CNet Special Report On Green Tech, Day Three
Day Three:
Making solar cheaper than coal
Typical polysilicon solar cells--the most common cell material--convert about 15 percent of the sunlight that hits them into electricity. Sachs' work has focused on boosting that efficiency closer to 20 percent by trapping more light and by reducing electricity loss in the wires. The trick, though, is to get that efficiency with manufacturing techniques that don't add cost.
Making solar cheaper than coal
Typical polysilicon solar cells--the most common cell material--convert about 15 percent of the sunlight that hits them into electricity. Sachs' work has focused on boosting that efficiency closer to 20 percent by trapping more light and by reducing electricity loss in the wires. The trick, though, is to get that efficiency with manufacturing techniques that don't add cost.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
CNet Special Report On Green Tech, Day Two
Day Two:
They got their green-tech bill. So now what?
"There still are people in Congress who think of this as some sort of phantom-technology or vaporware or Internet boom, based on products that don't exist," Reed said. "They don't understand that we're talking about real companies with real products and real jobs. It's very simple for me because I am just looking at my backyard, at companies and their products."
They got their green-tech bill. So now what?
"There still are people in Congress who think of this as some sort of phantom-technology or vaporware or Internet boom, based on products that don't exist," Reed said. "They don't understand that we're talking about real companies with real products and real jobs. It's very simple for me because I am just looking at my backyard, at companies and their products."
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
CNet Special Report On Green Tech, Day One
Starting today, CNet is running a three-day special report on green tech.
Day One:
In search of the Google of green tech
"Utilities are really in a great position to build large-scale projects," said Katherine Potter, communications vice president at Ausra. "You need to walk before you can run, but the technology is there."
Day One:
In search of the Google of green tech
"Utilities are really in a great position to build large-scale projects," said Katherine Potter, communications vice president at Ausra. "You need to walk before you can run, but the technology is there."
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