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US energy efficiency projects to get $28.5 million Energy Efficiency News Share    
Twelve U.S. states are to receive $28.5 million from the Department of Energy (DOE) to support energy efficiency projects for homes and businesses. The awards under the State Energy Program are divided into two categories, with $25.5 million going towards efforts to develop retrofit markets for residential and commercial building and $3 million to help states establish policy and program frameworks for energy efficiency investments. More China calls for international cooperation in tackling climate change Xinhuanet Share
Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang recently said the international community should work together to overcome the challenges of climate change. Li made the remarks when meeting with Christiana Figueres, executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). More
USA Marvair hosts US Congressman Sanford Bishop, Jr. BYM Product and Industry News Share
Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. visited the Marvair facility in Cordele, Ga., and saw first-hand the Marvair success story. After a tour of the four production lines and the engineering lab, Congressman Bishop addressed the employees. More
Hiring and retaining talent: Three Es for creating an attractive work environment Industry News Share
How can the manufacturing industry recruit new employees after a large majority retires over the next few years, and how can manufacturing companies keep the younger workers they have now? More Electricity needs to go smart Renewable Energy World Share
The U.S. has directed $4.5 billion of its fiscal stimulus package to smart grid activities. In Europe, Japan and South Korea, significant initiatives are currently underway. Recent studies, such as the European Climate Foundation 2050 Roadmap, highlight the importance of upgrading the electricity systems to achieve a low-carbon Europe. Innovative cities are spearheading "intelligent city" concepts, whereby some smart grid capabilities are applied. More
5 steps for making the US an energy efficiency leader GreenBiz Share
Consumer Reports is offering five tips on how to transform the U.S. from an energy hog to a global energy efficiency leader. The advice along with seven ideas on how to decrease household energy consumption grew out of a nationwide survey the magazine conducted after recent data showed that U.S. per capita consumption of energy has hit the lowest level in 41 years in 2009, yet Americans still use more energy than people in most other countries. More |
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