Obamanomics Renders Economy Inefficient Jun 30, 2009
President Obama and greens favor the development of solar and wind power, but other environmentalists oppose dedicating substantial swathes of desert land to solar panels, and Senator Ted Kennedy is leading the charge against building windmills in sight of his family compound on Cape Cod. Some environmentalists see pollution-free nuclear power as an important part of future energy supply, others oppose new plants because there is no political agreement on the disposal of nuclear waste. (CBS News)
On Your Side: Wind Power Cost Efficient for Md. Homeowners Jun 30, 2009
Can buying wind power really help you save cash ... Maryland residents have been receiving mailers from one of at least two local companies selling wind power ... "The overall power prices have gone cheaper which allows us to offer wind power cheaper," said Leah Gibbons, a Washington Gas Energy Services spokesperson. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Great Lakes wolves returning to endangered list Jun 30, 2009
The chicken-sized grouse ranges from Montana to Arizona and California to Colorado, living alongside livestock grazing, oil and gas drilling and an increasing number of wind power turbines. Its population has been in decline for decades, but how many remain is unknown. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
• Boise wind developer to return to Magic Valley Jun 30, 2009
Idaho Power Co. recently called for proposals for an additional 250 megawatts of wind power for its system. Locally, proposed projects range from more small-scale ones by local landowners to the massive 185-turbine China Mountain project planned for southwest of Rogerson. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
E.ON Chief Urges EU-Wide Energy Policy Jun 30, 2009
In Europe alone, the target for 900 gigawatts (GW) of wind power by 2020 will require 300,000 new turbines and more than 1trillion (852bn) of investment. Structural changes are also needed, in transmission grids and storage capacity, and also in political and financial structures such as the emissions trading system. (BusinessWeek)
Brazil to Cut Taxes on Capital Goods, State Loan Rates to Shore Up Economy Jun 30, 2009
Brazil to Cut Taxes, Lower BNDES Rate, Mantega Says (Update2) - Bloomberg. Updated: New York, Jun 30 04:20 London, Jun 30 09:20 Tokyo, Jun 30 17:20. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Commission considers wind project Jun 30, 2009
ROCK SPRINGS -- Wind power development in southwest Wyoming could get a big boost Tuesday from the Sweetwater County Commission. The three-member board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in Rock Springs City Hall to gather public comments -- and possibly vote on -- a proposal by a Utah wind developer to construct 237 wind energy towers on White Mountain. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Auto suppliers cross over to wind power Jun 30, 2009
Manufacturers diversify as Detroit continues to struggle. Pete Ostrander, a sales engineer with Merrill Technologies Group from Saginaw, Michigan, mans the Michigan booth at the Windpower 2009 Conference & Exhibition in Chicago. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Life Behind Bars for Madoff? Jun 29, 2009
But by tapping into wind power the company, "which has the capacity to process more crude than any other U.S. refiner," it will also be able to argue that it is producing oil and gas products in a more environmentally responsible way even if those products keep producing huge amounts of greenhouse gases once they're used in cars and trucks. The NYT reports Dow Chemicals is embracing the green revolution quite literally with a plan to. (Slate)
Letters to the Editor Jun 29, 2009
There is no environmental downside to renewables, yet critics such as Will love to lambaste green energy as an expensive "tilt at windmills" rather than to explore the cost of staying addicted to conventional energy. Neither has he illustrated the incentives for fossil fuel systems vs. those for green. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Fight to meet renewable targets Jun 29, 2009
"I remember having lunch on the sea front at Great Yarmouth, and watching a bank of windmills not turning for one hour, and I thought, please, please can we have some nuclear plants, before the lights go out," he told a recent meeting organised by the think tank Open Europe. "It is not feasible," he added, "to diversify away from fossil fuel dependence to reduce carbon emissions so quickly, in pursuit of arbitrary, politically determined targets of questionable practicality.". (BBC News -- Science)
The Green Blog Jun 29, 2009
A blow-by-blow on wind power. A team at Harvard University says we can get all of our energy from wind - at least in theory. (Boston Globe)
Obama Won't Procrastinate His Push for Change Jun 28, 2009
In addition, Obama aims to win passage for energy and climate-change legislation this year, designed to move America away from overreliance on foreign oil and to encourage the use of alternative energy sources such as solar and wind power. These have been the policy goals of administrations going back to Jimmy Carter in the 1970s, but no one has found a way to persuade Congress to make the required alterations in Americans' lifestyles. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Litter of lynx kittens heartens Colo. biologists Jun 28, 2009
The chi 0000216B cken-sized grouse ranges from Montana to Arizona and California to Colorado, living alongside livestock grazing, oil and gas drilling and an increasing number of wind power turbines. Its population has been in decline for decades, but how many remain is unknown. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Powder River coal still essential, study says Jun 28, 2009
If you look at the true cost of wind power and solar power, its way up there, he said. So theres a huge gap between the marginal cost of electricity from solar and wind and coal. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Obama Urges Senate Action on Climate Measure Jun 28, 2009
Windmills and solar panels might replace smokestacks. The complex bill, would require the U.S. to reduce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions by 17 percent from 2005 levels by 2020 and by 83 percent by midcentury. (Time.com)
What you need to know about the US climate bill Jun 28, 2009
This bill will put smaller, more efficient cars on the road, swap smokestacks for windmills and solar panels, and transform the appliances you can buy for your home. Q: How quickly will we notice these changes. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Tribe Wins 25th: Mueller blasts 2 homers (22) Jun 28, 2009
As Mueller galloped toward third base, Pannell, who was standing in the third base coaching box, pumped his arm around like a windmill in a hurricane, signalling Mueller to keep running home. Mueller made the turn and dashed safely to the plate to complete the inside-the-parker. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Mobile crusher next step in biofuel production Jun 28, 2009
Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 11:43 AM MDT It may not be as popular a topic as wind power generation or referenced by politicians as much as carbon sequestration, but biofuel crops could be an important player in Wyomings energy and economic future. It is an idea thats not being taken lightly by the University of Wyoming Campbell County Extension Office, The Wyoming Business Council or several northeastern Wyoming ranchers. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
The Parenting Place Jun 28, 2009
if it becomes worse (you know, windmill effect with the arms) putting him on your lap and holding his hands, talking calmly until he calms down works. He's a little too small for "time outs" at this point, but I found this worked with my boy when he got older. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Denver's Secret Jun 28, 2009
Wind power turbinesIt only seems as though every company in America is downsizing ... Photograph of wind power turbines by Digital Vision/Getty Images Creative. (Slate)
Obama Implores Senate to Pass Climate Bill Jun 28, 2009
Gas-guzzling cars would give way to smaller, more efficient models and smokestacks would be replaced by windmills and solar panels. House Democratic leaders said the bill helped accomplish one of Obama's campaign promises and would make the U.S. a leader in international efforts to address climate change when negotiations take place in Copenhagen later this year. (Newsmax)
Turbine manufacturing lacks infrastructure Jun 28, 2009
The study concluded that "Casper-Natrona County is an especially appropriate and attractive location for facilities which manufacture turbines and related equipment, especially those which use wind power to generate electricity.". Business Editor Tom Mast can be reached at , or call 307-266-0574. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
LETTERS: NCT, June 28, 2009 Jun 28, 2009
" Otherwise, they argue, they would be asking settlers not to have babies. And how can anyone be against babies?Before the Israelis can justify this case for "natural growth," they should observe that the population density of Gazans living for the past 42 years under their occupation is 4,118 per square kilometer, as compared with 673 persons per square kilometer in a typical Israeli West Bank settlement.Arguments over the rationale of "natural growth" ignore the fact that it is really "illegal... (North County Times)
Charles 'Chuck' MurrayNov. 30, 1935 - June 10, 2009 Jun 28, 2009
The family wishes to acknowledge Cochise Health Systems case manager Mary H. for the care and support she gave; Chuck s Angels at Windmill Ranch Assisted Living for providing him with the love and care during his stay there; and special thanks to Whetstone Church of Christ. There will be a celebration of Chuck s life at Windmill Ranch on Saturday, June 27, 2009, at 2 p.m. For information, call Nancy or Linda at the ranch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 803-7181. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
What can the new budget mean to producers? (2) Jun 28, 2009
an additional 250 million in loans and grantsto produce and refine more American biofuels; provide more wind power than ever before; and create millions of new jobs across the country. For those farmers who want to help feed the world and improve the energy crisis, this will make it easier for them to branch out into renewable energy. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
NEWS UPDATE: Wind bylaw stays on the books Jun 27, 2009
We re not against wind power, but we want wind power to be done responsibly, said Conrad Langenhagen of Sanctuary Pond and one of the proponents. Some speakers said the issue was nothing more than NIMBY and an attempt to rescind the bylaw. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Are Japan's Sweltering Office Buildings To Blame for Its Economic Slump? Jun 27, 2009
It invented hybrid vehicles, has extensive mass-transit systems, and uses wind power. In 2005, Environment Minister Yuriko Koike, a pioneering female politician, was seeking ways to slash energy use. (Slate)
Powder River coal still essential, study says Jun 27, 2009
If you look at the true cost of wind power and solar power, its way up there, he said. So theres a huge gap between the marginal cost of electricity from solar and wind and coal. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
More of this story Jun 27, 2009
As Mueller galloped toward third base, Pannell, who was standing in the third base coaching box, pumped his arm around like a windmill in a hurricane, signalling Mueller to keep running home. Mueller made the turn and dashed safely to the plate to complete the inside-the-parker. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Mobile crusher next step in biofuel production Jun 27, 2009
Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 11:43 AM MDT It may not be as popular a topic as wind power generation or referenced by politicians as much as carbon sequestration, but biofuel crops could be an important player in Wyomings energy and economic future. It is an idea thats not being taken lightly by the University of Wyoming Campbell County Extension Office, The Wyoming Business Council or several northeastern Wyoming ranchers. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Hits and misses Jun 27, 2009
Wind power can create new jobs while reducing the nation's dependence on foreign oil. MISS: The Trenton Jazz Festival, which drew top-flight musicians to the city for 19 years, silenced for lack of corporate donations. (NJ.com -- Times)
Charles 'Chuck' MurrayNov. 30, 1935 - June 10, 2009 Jun 27, 2009
The family wishes to acknowledge Cochise Health Systems case manager Mary H. for the care and support she gave; Chuck s Angels at Windmill Ranch Assisted Living for providing him with the love and care during his stay there; and special thanks to Whetstone Church of Christ. There will be a celebration of Chuck s life at Windmill Ranch on Saturday, June 27, 2009, at 2 p.m. For information, call Nancy or Linda at the ranch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 803-7181. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Opinion: The winds of climate change action are blowing in Brookline Jun 27, 2009
Fortunately, for NSTAR residential customers (everyone in Brookline), there is now a quick and easy way to get ALL of your electric energy from wind power, which could reduce your carbon footprint by 25 percent or more ... By signing up for NSTAR s green electricity program, you can supply all of the electricity you consume in your home or small business from wind power sources ... The extra cost of wind power is very minimal, at only 1. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Her hubby is right, but still a knucklehead Jun 27, 2009
But the way he's trying to address the problem is reminiscent of the way Don Quixote goes after his windmills. TOM: Traffic studies have shown that when traffic stops and starts, it moves slower than if it never stops. (San Francisco Chronicle)
A Mighty Wind? Or Hot Air? Jun 26, 2009
Fabio Perigi, a PhD student in windmill technology at UNL, is presenting a project proposal where a windmill irrigates crops - hoping to create a scenario where builders get a quick return for his investment. Well cover both policy and technology, Hudgins said. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Riverstone acquires Babcock & Brown wind group Jun 26, 2009
Pattern Energy, headquartered in San Francisco but with its principal operations offices based in Houston, focuses on wind power and currently has 2,000 megawatts in operation in 11 states, and has a development pipeline with 4,000 MW in the U.S. and four countries in Latin America. A company spokesman said Thursday that the firm has several unidentified wind development projects in Texas. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Tilting at Green Windmills Jun 26, 2009
Ironically, we have a man in the White House who refuses to produce identification to the courts and the American people for public review since it is of public concern, who has never owned, created, or started even a small business, to my knowledge taking over America's corporate businesses; dictating to America's business owners; dictating to the bankers; and dictating about windmills. The truth is that there are thousands of windmills acorss the deserts of California - and some generate some... (Townhall.com)
Obama Presses For Climate Bill Jun 26, 2009
The electronics needed for all the alternative projects in themselves are users of some of the most toxic chemicals in the world, even the windmills need the electro 00004000 nics ... Creating "green" jobs by subsidizing windmills is like creating jobs in agriculture by subsidizing the horse-drawn plow ... Windmills kill birds. (CBS News)
Transition Alpine looks to future Jun 26, 2009
Centennial School photos of old Alpine show windmills everywhere. Many families have lived here for 100 years or more. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Bridgestone, Lawson, Inpex, Nippon Oil, Pioneer, Suzuki: Japan Stocks Jun 26, 2009
The windmill service provider said a subsidiary will acquire a power-control system unit of Haneryu Corp.. (6326 JT) rose 7. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
* [ EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT ] Jun 26, 2009
Folk rock group Windmill ({) appears tonight at Witch House (k), followed by Green. Eyes (), which describes its music as having a flavor of guitar pop and a bit of country. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Two FutureGen partners drop coal project Jun 26, 2009
A town water tower is framed by a windmill in the rural town of Mattoon, Ill. Two financial backers of the experimental FutureGen coal power plant said they are withdrawing from the project. (USA Today -- News)
Post the First Comment Jun 26, 2009
The panel focused on current Pennsylvania legislation supporting clean energy alternatives, including solar and wind power, but also containing a provision that stipulates that all plants using coal must sequester the cabon emissions to prevent them from entering the atmosphere. Delaware County Representative Greg Vitali has sponsored this bill, which would keep Pennsylvania residents partly dependent on coal, an increasingly costly source of energy. (The Villanovan, PA)
Iowa State researchers contribute climate model to study that finds some winds decreasing Jun 26, 2009
AMES, Iowa Declining wind speeds in parts of the United States could impact more than the wind power industry, say Iowa State University climate researchers ... In Iowa, a state that ranks second in the country for installed wind power capacity, Takle said the study found annual wind speed declines that matched the average for the rest of the country ... Most of those stories focused on the potential implications for the wind power industry. (EurekAlert!)
CONVENIENT GREEN DELUSIONS Jun 25, 2009
Actually, what's weird is this idea: A sobering report about Spain's experience must be false because otherwise the behavior of some American importers, seeking to cash in on the US government's promotion of wind power, might be participating in an economically unproductive project. It's true that Calzada has come to conclusions that he, as a libertarian, finds ideologically congenial. (New York Post -- Opinions)
TROJAN HEARSE Jun 25, 2009
This would vastly increase fossil-fuel prices -- which would make greens happy by making higher-priced alternatives such as wind power competitive, but would make Americans as a whole miserable, by forcing us to use less energy and pay much more for it. Realize, too, that almost every recession of the last 60 years, including today's mess, has followed a sharp rise in energy prices. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Millions Inhaling Toxic Air, EPA Reports Jun 25, 2009
The materials used in solar panels are among the most toxic in the world, no land fills will accept used solar panels, and they don't last that long. The maintenance needed for the up keep of windmills will force the price of that form of energy far above what the current levels we all pay now. Even the price of all the transmission lines for the wind mills is far above the national budget, but, hey, they're still printing money, so there is no problem. (CBS News)
EDP Says More U.S. States Are Now Attractive for Wind Energy Investment Jun 25, 2009
June 25 (Bloomberg) -- , the owner of wind farms from New York to Oregon, said more U.S. states are offering investment opportunities for wind power development as local governments encourage renewable energy ... The U.S. overtook Germany last year as the worlds largest producer of wind power and had 28,206 megawatts of capacity in March ... Texas is the biggest U.S. state for wind power, followed by Iowa and California, according to the wind energy association. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Getting rid of green power is a dumb idea Jun 25, 2009
Hydro power is the greenest wrote on Jun 24, 2009 10:42 PM:" The majority of people in three NW states, as determined by polls, are opposed to hydro dam removal . Sorry, but removal of hydrodams is a preservationist agenda item and definitely against the green power movement. The true green agenda supports hydroelectricity over carbon generated electricity. Since the dam removal crowd won't support nuclear energy like Europe, and wind power has no way to store the excess energy (for down times)... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Too Much Reaping And Raping, Where is the Sowing? Jun 25, 2009
I heard a quote and Id like to share it with you: When the winds blow hard, some people build shelter and others build windmills. So what are we building. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kern County Fire Battles Grass Fire Near Cameron Canyon Jun 25, 2009
Another challenge are the massive windmills surrounded by the fire. The fire has destroyed two structures, a mobile home and an out building. (KERO 23, CA)
Patricks politics Jun 25, 2009
Patrick also said he wants the Cape Wind power plant to be built. I ve written to the interior secretary. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
UK expands wind power potential Jun 25, 2009
Ministers on Wednesday approved new wind power sites for the Crown Estate around the the UK's coastline ... This conclusion countered a key argument used by opponents of wind power, who suggested that the UK would still need to maintain a number of big fossil fuel power stations in order to bridge the gap between demand and supply when the wind did not blow ... That would clear the way for a capacity of 33 gigawatts of wind power by 2020. (BBC News -- Science)
Licenses for offshore wind power awarded Jun 24, 2009
Salazar said wind power can create new jobs for Americans while reducing the nation's "expensive and dangerous dependence on foreign oil." ... "New Jersey's Outer Continental Shelf is a resource that holds great promise for our energy independence and should be considered a haven for the clean, renewable and environmentally friendly energy that wind power provides," Gov. Jon Corzine said ... New Jersey wants to become a leader in wind energy by having 3,000 megawatts of offshore wind power built... (MSNBC -- Environment)
* INTERVIEW: Climate expert cautiously optimistic Jun 24, 2009
During a visit to Taiwan in late April, Lowe sat down with staff reporter Meggie Lu and suggested that with sufficient development of renewable energies such as solar and wind power, and wider public awareness of the urgency of the problem, the pressing climate change crisis can be addressed. BY MEGGIE LU STAFF REPORTER Wednesday, Jun 24, 2009, Page 4. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Living off the wind Jun 24, 2009
LA VENTA, Mexico - The windmills stand in rows like an army of Goliaths, steel towers taller than the Statue of Liberty and topped with blades as long as a jetliner's wing ... The Mexican government wants the isthmus producing 2,500 megawatts within three years, a goal that will require thousands of windmills and catapult Mexico into the top 12 producers of wind energy ... "When you think of windmills, you just think of this one tower," Ordaz said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Offshore Wind Power Catches Some Air Jun 24, 2009
WIND POWER: Offshore wind turbines may soon be seen off the coasts of New Jersey and Delaware. FLICKR/PHAULT. (Scientific American)
China, air/6 nights, from $1,324 Jun 24, 2009
Known for its flashy Red Light District and iconic Dutch windmills, Amsterdam is the financial and cultural capital of the Netherlands. Related stories. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Beef capital Jun 24, 2009
As they wait for a buyer to be found for the ethanol plant, they're diverting their energy to wind power - harnessing the hot winds that blow through the panhandle. Prospecting the brown gold that lies on the fields may have to wait. (BBC News -- Americas)
The Parenting Place Jun 24, 2009
if it becomes worse (you know, windmill effect with the arms) putting him on your lap and holding his hands, talking calmly until he calms down works. He's a little too small for "time outs" at this point, but I found this worked with my boy when he got older. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Asia Challenges the U.S. for Green Tech Supremacy Jun 24, 2009
China is emerging as a leader in electric cars, solar power and wind power ... The Europeans, who are leading the way on carbon trading, are very much in the game, particularly in recycling, and solar and wind power. (Time.com)
Wind, Backup Power and Emissions Jun 24, 2009
1 million tons per year by adding 1,000 MW of wind power. 3. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Complaint against Ash for illegal land purchase Jun 24, 2009
NASHIK: A police complaint has been registered against Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai and several others including Suzlon company Chairman Tulsibai Tanti for illegal purchase of land for setting up a windmill at Nandurbar district in North Maharashtra. The complaint was lodged last night by Anand Lala Thakare, who alleged that his land was purchased and illegally transferred in Suzlon company's name. (India Times)
Wind Power Will Overtake Nuclear in U.K. in Next Decade, Trade Group Says Jun 24, 2009
Wind Power Will Overtake Nuclear in U.K., BWEA Says (Update1) - Bloomberg ... Wind Power Will Overtake Nuclear in U.K., BWEA Says (Update1). (Bloomberg -- UK)
